Good results for Volkswagen

July 30th, 2010

The results for the second quarter show that the net income of the Volkswagen Group was 1.25 billion euros, while a year ago at this time was 4.5 times lower, 283 million euros.
This has enabled the company’s profits to reach 721 million euros, the agency Bloomberg. The main markets thanks to achieve better financial results as are the U.S. and China.

The most profitable group of models Volkswagen Golf and Audi A5. For the first six months of the year in the United States sold 175,300 cars in group VW, which is 29 percent more than the same period last year.

For Germany’s future plans to further increase its presence in the markets in the U.S. and China. For this purpose next year VW will open a new plant in the U.S. and will build over the next 3-4 years two more in China. So GW will be able to produce the most populous country in the world instead of the current 1.4 million cars, up to 3 million per year.

Experts say such aggressive plans to develop fully realistic. Volkswagen Group as a whole achieved in recent months performing all world markets. This allows you to make optimistic forecasts about the possibilities of Volkswagen to become the number one producer in the world before the deadline for this to 2018.

In Italy the allowed maximum speed is 150 km/h

July 30th, 2010

The Italian government adopted an amendment to the Law on Road Traffic, with effect from today, July 30.
One of the major changes it is increasing the maximum permitted speed of highways 130 to 150 mph.

So far, only certain areas and in exceptional circumstances were allowed movement at such a speed - at least when the highway with 4 lanes for traffic in one direction and a CCTV (cameras CCTV).

With changes come new and amounts of the fines for speeding. Now for exceeding the maximum speed of 10 mph is already a fine of 155 euros, exceeded 40 to 60 mph fine is 500 euros (more than 130 so far) and termination of licenses for a period of 1 to 3 months .

Exceeding the maximum speed of more than 60 mph leads to a fine of 779 euros (with more than 229 so far), and disqualification for driving 6 to 12 months.

Changes repealed and the lowest possible level of alcohol in the blood of 0.5 ppm for drivers younger than 21 years, and for professional drivers of trucks, taxis and those of mass public transportation.

BMW preparing X4

July 22nd, 2010

Rumors of possible ofroudar the BMW emerged as early as 2008, but were also confirmed by the Bavarians. Now Topspeed Edition reports that BMW X4 is already on the drawing board, citing their sources from the German car company.

The vehicle will take the platform and engine of the second generation X3 and will rival cars such as Range Rover Evoque, comment on journalists. Propulsion units will supply power between 163 and 306 hp and will be a volume of between 2.0 and 3.0-liters.

There will also be hot-M version, which will probably take an engine-series M Coupe - 3.0-liter twin-turbo with 350 hp, equipped with 8-step automatic.

Volkswagen looks very serious at its electrical cars

July 22nd, 2010

Volkswagen announced plans to market hybrid and electrical vehicles.
Publication Automotive News quoted the Chairman of the Board of Directors Group, Martin Vinterkorn which declared as a major target for VW, in 2018 a year to sell around 300,000 clean vehicles. This is about 3 percent of total sales planned for after 8 years.

At the same time it became clear that Volkswagen is recruited Martin Eberhard, co-founder of the American firm Tesla Motors, which deals with the production of electric.

According Vinterkorn, the main task of Ebehard will be the development of batteries for electric and hybrid models of the concern.  The cars will be very helpful in resort, keeping the enviroment, especialy in Elenite Holiday Village in Bulgaria.

By 2013 VW plans to launch its first U.S. electric compact urban model created based on the concept Up! With him at the same time, the company will launch electric version, and Golf.

By 2013, environmentally friendly models of VW (if not counting the series BlueMotion) will be represented by hybrid versions of the Touareg and Jetta sedan new generation.

By Volkswagen has presented the electric concept of the compact Golf and Up! In the Golf electric motor provides power of 115 hp and is powered by lithium-ion batteries located in the trunk. Golf passes electric charge after a 150 km. and accelerates to 100 km / h 11.8 seconds. Its maximum speed is 140 mph.

Small electrical Up! electric power is 80 hp a single charge and travels 130 kilometers. The address of Vinterkorn clear that the development of new technologies VW Group spends around 5 billion euros per year.

40 years of BMW

July 22nd, 2010

BMW is a company with traditions. BMW wants customers to be satisfied in every respect.
Now extends its services to the BMW Classic Center, which will restore and fully restored models of the Bavarian company, according to the wishes of their clients.

This month was shown the first fully restored car from the Classic Center. This is a BMW 3.0 CSi, 1972. Restoration of the car lasted several months, the aim was to recreate in the fullest possible extent the original car.

The most expensive in this work are of course hours of manual work to achieve the goal. In this work automated work just is minimal, because everything is different and unique compared to the current mass-produced models. But it is the specialization of BMW Classic Center employing some of the best specialists of the company knows or can everything for the estimated hundreds of models of the company.

Moreover, BMW 3.0 CSi 1972 have made most effort to restore the electrical system of the body. Much work has gone completely and renovation and restoration of the interior. Upon request, the original manual four-speed car has been replaced by a machine placed by BMW 2.8 CS. BMW 3.0 CSi, 1972 has been delivered completely renovated its owner.

Unfortunately the message does not provide information on the price of this service. BMW Classic Center has plans to expand its activities and fully restore value to their customers cars.

Volkswagen Lupo revived

July 19th, 2010


Volkswagen has revealed several new concepts of urban car Up! Now it is clear that market production version of the small car will be called Lupo.
That is the revival of the name because Lupo name is already used in a small model of VW. Somewhat surprising group confirmed that the mini car will be a version made by luxury brand Audi.

Until now it was clear that this car will make versions of Skoda and Seat. Version of the Audi will most likely be electric with the much more luxurious interior and of course a higher price. VW stopped production of the Lupo in 2005 and now returns name in the smallest car line of business modeling.

Lupo will soon replace Fox as a first line of modeling in VW. The car will be in mass production by mid next year. Lupo future will have length 3444 mm. This is 381 mm less than length as Toyota Yaris. The base petrol engine Lupo will be a three cylinder, 65 hp power After him will come 1.2 four-cylinder gasoline engine with 75 hp

Unlike concepts, Lupo’s future will be front mounted engine, which will forward traffic to the front wheels. In 2012 will appear with the version of the Lupo and five-door power 85 hp, which will come from a turbocharged four-cylinder and 1.0 liters volume.

Unofficial price of the smallest model of VW declares beginning at about 7-8 thousand euros

BMW X6 Coupe

July 14th, 2010

One of the most attractive negotiable cars become even more attractive. Russian tuners ArmorTech removed from two doors X6, it turned into a coupe.

For this purpose the front (now only) doors are extended by 250 mm and rear side glass is shifted forward by 200 mm. No changes in height, length or width of the BMW X6. Wheelbase is also unchanged.

Added removable front seats to provide access to rear seats. And power is available dorabotka which includes optimization of the engine and exhaust systems. There are more sports suspension, bigger brakes, special wheels, an aggressive bodykit and new elements to the gym.

No information on price dorabotkata. From ArmorTech reported only that the tuning package will be available globally.

Chrysler stopped production of the PT Cruiser

July 9th, 2010

Today, Friday, July 9, the Mexican plant of Chrysler issued a copy of the last model PT Cruiser.
Hatchback retro style Chrysler PT Cruiser appeared for the first time in 2001. Originally it was only sold in the U.S. market, and since 2002 the car sold in Europe. In 2005 and add a convertible version.

For ten years were mass-produced manufactured 1.3 million units of this model, the publication reported The Detroit News.

For the first eight years of its production, the car was not produced in less than 120,000 units per year. Only in 2009 PT Cruiser production declined to 50,910 units.

Now by Fiat (owner of the brand Chrysler) reported that are soon upgrading of plants in Mexico, which is to be assembled Fiat 500 and Fiat Panda to U.S. market.

This is a Volvo V60

July 6th, 2010

Volvo officially presented V60 wagon models of the new generation.
As agreed earlier decision of the company car was named V60, not V70, as it was before.

Station wagon is extremely practical. Access to the luggage compartment is facilitated by the huge fifth door width 1095 mm. The second row seats can be folded, thus forming a completely flat floor. Storage volume can be increased and by folding the front passenger seat.

The European market Volvo V60 wagon models will be available with two types of suspension settings - “standard” and “dynamic”. The second is a sport, with stiffer springs and dampers different and will be available only in Europe.

Taking extra can be ordered differently, more comfortable chassis and responsive suspension Four-C, and a system for transmission of movement to all four wheels.

The strongest modification of the plant will be the T6 and have 3-litre petrol turbo engine with 304 hp power It will be combined with automatic transmissions with six speeds. According to information given by Volvo, with this engine wagon model will accelerate from standstill to 100 km / h 6.6 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 250 mph. The average fuel consumption of this version is 10.2 liters per 100 km.

The diesel option is D5, the most powerful among the proposed models with diesel generating sets will be bi-turbo 2.4 liters in volume, offering 205 hp and a maximum torque of 420 Nm. It will station wagon accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h 7.9 seconds and top speed is 230 mph. Will be combined with two transmissions - manual or automatic.

In Europe, the new Volvo V60 will be available with 4 petrol and two diesel engines. Petrol will have a volume 1.6 to 2.0 liters and power 150 to 203 hp, and diesel will power 115 hp (270 Nm) and 163 hp (400 Nm).

Sales of Volvo V60 in Europe will start this fall.

Eleni/ Elenite

July 1st, 2010

Description
Hotels
This small resort village can offer everything you need for a pleasant, relaxing holiday - a clean sea, beautiful beaches, gentle sun, coniferous forests, conditions for sports and its attractions.

Elenite is located 9 km north of Sunny Beach and 40 km from Bourgas, at the foot of the Stara Planina.

Climate

Climate - moderate continental, average temperature in summer - +23 ° C. +28 ° C, sea water - +25 ° C. +27 ° C.
History

Once in the woods, in which the complex is built, lived a lot of deer, hence the origin of the name Helen.

Attractions

Not far from Elenite Nessebar is located - one of the oldest cities in Europe.

Rest

The resort is operating a yacht club, equestrian sports facilities, an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, beach volleyball courts. Both adults and children happily spend time in the water park Elenite.
Restaurants

The resort offers many cozy restaurants with European and national cuisine, taverns, wine cellars, day and night bars.

Shopping

Shops are usually open in the main from 9.00 to 19.00. There are shops, working around the clock. In Nessebar can buy quality and cheap leather goods. Other popular souvenirs here - carpets, perfumes of the Valley of roses, attar of roses, icons, pottery, silver, handmade