The Kia Picanto welcomes five occupants in 3.5 m

The Kia Picanto is a 3-door 5-seater mini-city interesting.

Picanto 3 doors is marketed from 8990 euros.

Its low cost and relatively complete his equipment on intermediate versions earned him an equipment / price ratio favorable.

Especially since the 5 seater sedan Kia has a warranty 7 years or 150,000 km.

Drivers traveling in the city and wishing to reduce their budget car will be interested in the Kia Picanto 1.0 liter 69 hp.

85 hp 1.2 liter engine shows superior performance for the 3-door Picanto out of a strictly urban use.

Type sport, 3 door Picanto is urban youth.

Updated 31/08/2011

                    

few days after seeing what might look like the next Porsche 911 Cabriolet, leaks indicate that the next discoverable in Zuffenhausen could incorporate a rigid roof.

The new generation Porsche 911 Cabriolet (Type 991) and all models derived could abandon the traditional soft top to a rigid roof.

In any case, what the images published by our colleagues WorldCarFans – visibly patent techniques – we suggest.

In addition to the classic proportions of the rear window and piece of canvas to match, we note the presence of a rigid part in the first fraction of the retractable system, directly related to the amounts and structure of the windshield.

The same drawings, it also happens to see that the web will continue to cover the outer surface of the rigid, thus remaining invisible from the outside.

Best thermal insulation, acoustic or simply looking to align themselves with the competition including the Italia Ferrari 458 Spider , the fact remains that the Next to Porsche, the time is considered.

src=”http://new-car-purchase.org/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/d2a9e__Citroen-DS5.jpg”The new crossover Citroën was awarded five stars to crash tests of the independent testing body Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme). The Citroën DS5 is credited with a score of 89% for adult protection, 83% for child protection, 40% for the protection of pedestrians and 97% for the presence of electronic security.

The third installment in the DS line has an improved architecture and equipment of driver assistance that contribute to the security of the DS5.

The Citroën DS5 has an electronic brake force distribution, brake assist for emergency, an intelligent traction control, a limiter / cruise control and programmable lighting static intersection.

The DS5 offers an optional alert lane, automatic high-beam head-up display and a color.

The warning of lane Next Generation “reads” the road with a camera located at the top of the windshield. The system warns the driver when the vehicle is drifting off course.

beam machines enable and disable automatic high beams according to lighting conditions and surrounding traffic .

The HUD allows you to view, in color and in the field of vision, information key to driving the vehicle such as speed, instructions regulator or the speed limiter or those of the navigation system.

The DS5 has the service Citroën eTouch , winner of a Euro NCAP Advanced. This service includes emergency calls and local assistance. These two services free and available 24 h/24, 7 / 7 work with an integrated SIM card. They allow a precise localization and a rapid relief during an incident or when a victim or witness to an accident.

Euro NCAP results for the Citroën DS5:

Overall Rating: 5
Safeguarding adults: 89%
Protection children: 83%
Pedestrian protection: 40%
presence of support systems driving: 97%

                    

few days after submitting its Camry reserved for North American market, the Japanese manufacturer unveiled the Camry to be sold in the world.

The differences between the North American model and the world are visible on the front, more conservative. The grille, larger features of the new optics, round fog lights and an air intake below the bumper.

The back, besides the slightly revised design of the headlights, there are two streaks symmetrical to the tailpipes. As for the cabin, the dashboard is completely new and dresses aluminum and wood.

In terms of engines, there are the same as the American version, ie: a 4-cylinder 2.5 and a V6 3.5. The powers were not disclosed but should be close to the blocks of 180 hp and 272 hp available in North America.

The Japanese brand has not yet reported in which countries the seventh generation of Toyota Camry would be distributed, except for Ukraine.

src=”http://new-car-purchase.org/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/30d6d__Opel-Ampera.jpg” Electric car extended range of Opel received five stars in crash tests of the independent testing organization Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme). The Ampera is credited with a score of 85% for adult protection, 78% for child protection, 41% for the protection of pedestrians and 86% for the presence of electronic security. ” p> The first electric car suitable for daily use of a European manufacturer has exceeded the scores required to obtain maximum five stars in all categories (occupant protection, child safety, pedestrian protection and security assistance) .

The five-door hatchback electric Opel also performed very well in side impact against a moving barrier.

The results of the Ampera safety due to the combination of a body structure resistant , a strong passenger cell and restraint systems effective.

The robust passenger cell is designed to save the less distortion and leave as much space as possible to survive shocks. To help dissipate the forces associated with impact, the front, sides and rear of the passenger cell is covered by the zones which deform in a programmed manner.

The first is the Ampera car tested by Euro NCAP to achieve the maximum score in the side impact pole. In this test, mandatory since 2009, the vehicle is driven on its side against a pole at 29 km / h.

The Electrical Safety Opel electric vehicle was checked after the crash tests. Including 288 cells divided into nine separate modules, the battery of the Ampera is located in the center of the car and the vehicle structure is built around the battery. This structure remains in place and protects the battery against the front and rear bumpers. As security after accident also aims to avoid the presence of high voltage, the battery can be easily disconnected by the emergency services. After an accident, is designed to Ampera n e not spill electrolyte in the cockpit and not to miss more than 7% of the electrolyte outside the cockpit or the battery.

The endowment active and passive safety of Ampera includes ABS, traction control, a distributor of electronic brake force, brake assist emergency, an electronic stability control, eight airbags (front airbags, side, curtain, knee), ISOFIX anchorage points on the rear seats, head restraints adjustable front to help protect against the consequences of the coup rabbit collision from the rear and a folding pedal (Pedal Release System) to minimize leg injuries in frontal impacts.

results of Euro NCAP Ampera

Overall Rating: 5
Safeguarding adults: 85%
Protection of children: 78%
Pedestrian protection: 41%
Presence systems, driver assistance: 86%

                    

Formula 1 is the Mercedes AMG SLS that fills the office of the official safety car. And a motorcycle, it will become the most powerful of all the BMW catalog.

It is indeed a copy of the latest BMW M5 that will be sent on the MotoGP circuit when there is need to ensure safety due to an accident or conditions too difficult.

Basically, the M5 is equipped with a 4.4 liter V8 bi-turbo with 560 horsepower. The M5 and unlike any other, special treatment is reserved: the exhaust stroke is provided by the specialist Akrapovic, well known to lovers of sound bluffing.

The 20-inch black wheels are shod Pirelli P-Zero and the suspension is changed. Regulations require, the interior now includes real race seat.

The BMW M5 replaces another in the role of the safety car: so far, it was a Series 1 M.

                    

party knew very well on paper but had yet to materialize. This has now since long after the race of the race at Spa-Francforchamps, it can not be reached at the drivers’ standings.

The first season of GP2 was not good. After a difficult episode in Formula 1 when he replaced at short notice Nelsinho Piquet at Renault, Romain Grosjean was back in the discipline this year with a greatly increased motivation.

Results are final. Romain Grosjean made a near-perfect season already and can blow as he is yet to run three races this season.

The French just finished third in the first race of the Grand Prix at Spa , far ahead of his main rivals. On the digital, it was enough to secure the title. This should probably help the driver find a steering wheel for next season in Formula 1, unless it manages to get the tub of Heidfeld currently occupied by Senna …

Grosjean succeeded in the winners in GP2 Pastor Maldonado, current Williams driver.

src=”http://new-car-purchase.org/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/3af82__Conducteur-Citroen.jpg” Normalized consumption of a combustion engine vehicle is calculated based on the NEDC driving cycle (New European Driving Cycle). From a total distance of 11,022 m , it includes a path Urban 4 km followed by an extra-urban routes of 7 km .

cycle is carried out according a defined speed curve from 0 to 120 km / h . Most of the driving cycle takes place at speeds between 0 and 50 km / h . The urban part of the cycle lasts 780 seconds . In the extra-urban cycle, the vehicle accelerates in phases 0-120 km / h . The extra-urban cycle lasts 400 seconds.

The calculation of the normalized consumption takes place at low speeds . The vehicle travels on a highway at speeds above 100 km / h for less than 5% of the time . He spent only 1% of cycle time to 120 km / h.

The consumption actually observed are often higher than the standard consumption. On the one hand because the European driving cycle favors driving at speeds between 0 and 50 km / h with low acceleration . Phases out driving at speeds exceeding 100 km / h and high acceleration generate higher fuel consumption than driving at steady speeds of 60 to 90 km / h.

In addition, consumption is calculated in a standardized environment for low fuel consumption. They are on new vehicles well-maintained that consumers are established. Tires are the pressure recommended by the manufacturer.

The vehicle travels the approval cycle no wind . Outside, a head wind of 30 km / h produces an increase in power required by about 50% when the vehicle is traveling at 50 km / h.

The cycle takes place on a flat route . Outside, the slope has an impact on the power required by the drive wheels and thus fuel consumption.

In addition, consumption is calculated without heating or air conditioning . Excluding fuel consumption related to the operation of the auxiliary may be important in case of extreme temperature. The other control devices (lights, fog lights, radio, electric windows and defrost) have much impact on the measured fuel consumption.

                    

weekend marks the grand return of the world championship of Formula 1 after the summer break.

And for once, we can not say that the weather is mild in the first day of free practice on the circuit of Spa-Francorchamps.

showers were invited throughout the day and the two free practice sessions were disrupted by rain. For the first of them, are the two Mercedes GP who performed the best time with just eight seconds ahead of the other teams and 20 seconds on the slower car.

Things returned to normal on the second lap of the session with the fastest and most common differences. It’s Mark Webber who is doing best on his Red Bull Ferrari in front of Alonso.

Qualifications will be held tomorrow, noted that Nick Heidfeld is present in the paddock: it n has not really enjoyed his return to Renault at Lotus in favor of Bruno Senna and intends to drag the team justice.

Free Practice 1

1. Michael Schumacher (Mercedes) 1:54.355 2
. Nico Rosberg (Mercedes) 0474 s
3. Jenson Button (McLaren-Mercedes) 8385 s
4. Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull-Renault) 9397 s
5. Lewis Hamilton (McLaren-Mercedes) 9946 s
6. Adrian Sutil (Force India-Mercedes) 10 308 s
7. Felipe Massa (Ferrari) 10 373 s
8. Rubens Barrichello (Williams-Cosworth) 11 036 s
9. Alguersuari (Toro Rosso-Ferrari) 12 228 10 s
. Kamui Kobayashi (Sauber-Ferrari) 12 531 11 s
. Fernando Alonso (Ferrari) 12 700 12 s
. Sergio Perez (Sauber-Ferrari) 13 126 13 s
. Jarno Trulli (Lotus-Renault) 13 878 14 s
. Sébastien Buemi (Toro Rosso-Ferrari) 13 884 15 s
. Pastor Maldonado (Williams-Cosworth) 14 563 16 s
. Mark Webber (Red Bull-Renault) 15 437 17 s
. Timo Glock (Virgin-Cosworth) 17 923 18 s
. Vitantonio Liuzzi (HRT-Cosworth) 18 034 19 s
. Jérôme d’Ambrosio (Virgin-Cosworth) 18 417 20 s
. Paul di Resta (Mercedes-Force India) 18 703 21 s
. Karun Chandhok (Lotus-Renault) 18 735 22 s
. Vitaly Petrov (Lotus Renault GP) 19 246 23 s
. Bruno Senna (Lotus Renault GP) 19 985 24 s
. Daniel Ricciardo (HRT-Cosworth) 20 578

Free Practice 2

1. Mark Webber (Red Bull-Renault) 1:50.321 2
. Fernando Alonso (Ferrari) 0140 s
3. Jenson Button (McLaren-Mercedes) 0449 s
4. Lewis Hamilton (McLaren-Mercedes) 0517 s
5. Felipe Massa (Ferrari) 0897 s
6. Nico Rosberg (Mercedes) 0921 s
7. Sergio Perez (Sauber-Ferrari) 1334 s
8. Nico Hulkenberg (Force India-Mercedes) 1404 s
9. Paul di Resta (Mercedes-Force India) 1430 s
10. Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull-Renault) 1469 s
11. Michael Schumacher (Mercedes) 1601 s
12. Pastor Maldonado (Williams-Cosworth) 2429 s
13. Kamui Kobayashi (Sauber-Ferrari) 2459 s
14. Alguersuari (Toro Rosso-Ferrari) 2590 s
15. Sébastien Buemi (Toro Rosso-Ferrari) 2688 s
16. Rubens Barrichello (Williams-Cosworth) 2835 s
17. Bruno Senna (Lotus Renault GP) 3514 s
18. Jarno Trulli (Lotus-Renault) 4730 s
19. Timo Glock (Virgin-Cosworth) 5173 s
20. Heikki Kovalainen (Lotus-Renault) 5881 s
21. Jérôme d’Ambrosio (Virgin-Cosworth) 6495 s
22. Vitantonio Liuzzi (HRT-Cosworth) 7129 s
23. Daniel Ricciardo (HRT-Cosworth) 7291 s
24. Vitaly Petrov (Lotus Renault GP) 11 913