Mainstream Self-Driving Cars

In 2014, California joined Nevada in issuing permits for self-driving vehicles—a big step, to be sure, but automated cars like Google’s and Volvo’s remain novelties for the time being. So when can we expect robot carriages for the masses to begin hitting the roadways? Davide Santo, the head of Freescale’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems microcontroller business, says mainstream, semi-autonomous vehicles should arrive around 2017. Over the next decade, we’ll begin sharing the road with fully automated cars, trucks, and buses. And eventually, Santo believes, the self-driving versions will likely crowd out driver-operated vehicles in all but a few designated areas, to the point that human-controlled driving goes the way of the horse-drawn buggy.

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Car for Everybody - New Mitsubishi Mirage Review

The Mitsubishi Mirage was designed to be the car for everybody. That's why it has everything you'll ever want from a sub-compact car. It has a good space which is enough to room for 5 passenger plus an amazing fuel efficient. It can travel 21 KM mix driving per liter of petrol. Also, the new Mitsubishi Mirage comes loaded with features that make driving a totally enjoyable and safe. 

Powered by a combination of 1.2L Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control System (MIVEC) engine, Continuously Variable Transmission and its smooth aerodynamic design. With this under the specification, truly the new Mirage can achieve an impressive 21 km/L without sacrificing its performance. It also produce less emissions.

Mitsubishi Mirage Engine Specifications

Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control system (MIVEC)

The MIVEC engine adjusts the timing of the intake camshafts for optimal performance across the RPM range. By optimizing valve timing, more air is allowed into the cylinder. More air, more power.

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Controlling the engine at highly efficient RPMs is the key to excellent fuel economy while also providing smooth and agile driving feel regardless of the road condition.

Aerodynamic Design

The Mirage has a smooth, aerodynamic shape that gives less drag and makes your car glide through the air.

Lightweight Body

With a minimum weight of 820kg, the Mirage is the lightest in its class - which helps the car be more fuel efficient and nimble

Mitsubishi Mirage Safety Features

For safety features, the all new Mitshubishi Mirage comes equiped with dual SRS Airbags, RISE Body, Anti-Lock Bracking System, ELR Seatbelts and Immobilizer System. So you can get on the road with confident by knowing that the takes care of you inside and out.

The Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) Body

The RISE Body ensures the safety of all passengers. The body structure’s crumple zones effectively absorb and disperse crash energy from all directions, completely protecting the interior cabin. 

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) Seatbelts

ELR seatbelts operate in tandem with the airbags. These seatbelts automatically tighten upon receiving a signal that the airbags will inflate, thus lowering the impact during frontal collisions.

Dual Stage Airbags

Drive around knowing that the Mirage’s airbags will fully protect you and your passengers from direct-impact collisions.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

ABS ensures that the car remains responsive to your control during braking while the EBD distributes the force generated to all four wheels to shorten braking distance. These two systems work together to prevent tires from locking up, thus helping you avoid collisions during sudden braking on wet roads and other conditions.

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

ABS ensures that the car remains responsive to your control during braking while the EBD distributes the force generated to all four wheels to shorten braking distance. These two systems work together to prevent tires from locking up, thus helping you avoid collisions during sudden braking on wet roads and other conditions.

Rear Wiper

Keeping a close eye on what’s behind you during harsh weather condition is made a lot easier thanks to the Rear Wipers.

3rd Brake Lamp

The high-visibility LED 3rd Brake Lamp makes you more visible to other drivers on the road, thus ensuring your safety.

Immobilizer
The Immobilizer System allows the engine to be started only when the key transmits a signal matching the system.

Mitsubishi Mirage Handling

The all new Mitsubishi Mirage comes with great handling; it is a car that is fun to drive for all kinds of drivers from any age group, maybe first time driver or otherwise.

Electric Power Steering

The Mirage is perfect for city driving thanks to its compact body and suspension. Combine that with Electric Power Steering and you’ll be getting in and out of tight spots with little effort.

Smallest Turning Radius

The Mirage has the tightest turning radius of 4.4 meters. The lowest among its class.

Mitsubishi Mirage Bundled Accessories and Exciting Features

The new Mitsubishi Mirage bundled with exciting accessories and features such as a Keyless Operation System, Engine Push Start / Stop System, GPS, Auto Climate Change Control System, and Dealer Options Multimedia Entertainment System to make driving the all-new Mirage a lot more memorable than ever before.

Dealer Option Multimedia Entertainment System (GLS only)

Enjoy the drive thanks to the Mirage’s assortment of entertainment features: 4-speaker audio system, LCD screen, DVD, USB connectivity, Bluetooth and iPod-ready capabilities.

USB Connectivity and iPod-ready capabilities

Enjoy the drive thanks to the Mirage’s assortment of entertainment features: 4-speaker audio system, 8-inch LCD screen, DVD, USB connectivity, Bluetooth and iPod-ready capabilities.

Auto Climate-Control System (GLS only)

Everyone loves a relaxed ride. Just set your preferred temperature and the Auto Climate-Control System will work its magic to keep you cool and refreshed.

Engine Push Start/Stop System (GLS only)

An exciting driving experience is just at the tip of your fingers. Just press the button and you’re on your way even with the intelligent key in your pocket or bag!

All New Mitsubishi Mirage Interior Design - Space

Unlike other sub compact car, the all new Mitsubishi Mirage design to be cavernous interior. So you can enjoy head room and great leg along with flexible cargo space for your stuff.

Comfortable Room for 5 Adults

The cabin is crafted for a more spacious sensation; giving you a sense of space not found in other sub-compact cars. This elegant design prides itself with being able to provide comfort and legroom for up to five adults.

Flexible Cargo Space

Fold one seat or both to accommodate almost anything you wish to bring.

Flexible Cargo Space

The 235 cubic liter cargo space can be expanded further thanks to the rear fold-able split back bench seats. Fold one seat or both to accommodate almost anything you wish to bring.

All New Mitsubishi Mirage Color of Choice

The all new Mitsubishi Mirage comes in 8 different color to choose from, in which you think color that best suit your style.

Lemonade Yellow Metallic

      Color only available for GLS

Savanna White

Medium Blue Mica

Color only available for GLS

Pop Green Metallic

Color only available for GLS

Majestic Red

Cool Silver

Gemstone Grey Mica

Pyrenese Black

2014 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review

From the dusky, unpaved road of a far-flung country road to the busy avenue of a cosmopolitan city, the Grand Vitara can traverse any road imaginable with comfort and class. It's powerful engine and superb suspension system is more than enough for a true SUV riding experience.

Head Light.

Illuminate longer and wider area, improving driver's visibility.

Fog Light.

Provide a wide flat beam aimed low to increase the illumination directed towards the road surface in conditions of poor visibility, reducing the glare back from fog, rain or dust.

Front Grill and Bumper.

Seek front grill and bumper that accentuate it's classy but sporty look.

Rear Spare Wheel.

Grand Vitara comes with a spare wheel. Mounted on the rear of the vehicle, providing better luggage space, and easy access in any situation.

Sophisticated Interior Design.

Grand Vitara's lavish interior space was specially designed with every attention to details for that discriminating taste in style, comfort and vehicle technology.

Keyless Entry System.

Go keyless, lock and unlock your Grand Vitara via the remote sensor in your key. Pressing once opens driver's door. Pressing again unlocked all doors.

Meter Cluster.

Information display are fully integrated, making it easy to read and adding enjoyment while driving the Grand Vitara.

Automatic Air Conditioning.

Set and forget system that ensures maximum comfort and enjoyment for all vehicle occupants. The air conditioner adjust itself as needed to maintain a pre-set temperature.

Power Windows and Mirrors.

With practical door mounted controls for ease, operation, added comfort and convenience.

2014 Suzuki Grand Vitara Specs

Model name			Grand Vitara
Body Type			SUV
			Metal Top
Engine			Petrol
			1.6L VVT	2.4L VVT
Drive system			4WD
Number of doors			3
DIMENSIONS
Overall length		mm	4,060
Overall width		mm	1,810
Overall height		mm	1,695
Wheelbase		mm	2,440
Tread	Front	mm	1,540
	Rear	mm	1,570
Minimum turning radius		m	5.1
Minimum ground clearance		mm	200
CAPACITIES
Seating capacity		persons	4
Fuel tank capacity		litres	55
ENGINE
Type			M16A (1,586)	J24B (2,393)
Maximum output		kW/rpm	78/5,900	122/6,000
Maximum torque		N・m/rpm	145/4,100	225/3,800
Fuel distribution			Multipoint injection
TRANSMISSION
Type			5MT	5MT/4AT
CHASSIS
Brakes	Front		Ventilated disc
	Rear		Drum leading & trailing	Ventilated disc
Suspension	Front		MacPherson strut with coil spring
	Rear		Multi-link
Tyres			225/70R16 225/65R17
WEIGHT
Kerb weight		kg	1,455/1,524
Gross vehicle weight		kg	1,830/1,890

2014 Peugeot 3008 Review and Test Drive

2014 micro hybrid Peugeot 3008 can travel more than 28 kilometers per liter of diesel mix driving. 

The new 2014 Peugeot 3008 introduce in three variant to choose from; 1.6 eHDi Active, 1.6 eHDi Allure, and the 2.0 HDi Allure. All models comes with front-wheel drive-train and a 17" alloy wheel with tire size of 225/50 R17.

Suspension Front and Rear
A MacPherson type with drop link anti-roller bar for its front suspension while a multi-arm connected by a cross-member and anti-roller bar for its rear suspension.

Spare tire
For spare tire, both 1.6 eHDi Active and 1.6 eHDi Allure comes with steel wheel with standard tire. While the 2.0 HDi Allure an alloy wheel with standard tire.

Transmission 
The 3008 Peugeot 2014 model transmission for both 1.6 eHDi Active and 1.6 eHDi Allure, a 6 speed automatically controlled manual transmission with stop system and paddle shifters is installed. While the 2.0 HDi Allure comes with 6 speed automatic transmission.

Safety Features
When it comes with safety features, the new 2014 Peugeot 3008 has 6 airbags installed. It's driver front and side, front passenger front and side, and two curtain for rear passengers. Also, a standard issue Electronic Stability Program ABS, DSC, ASR, and Four-Wheel Discs Brakes where install. Plus, the auto-lighting and daytime lights.

For both 1.6 eHDi Allure, and the 2.0 HDi Allure, a rear parking sensor, tire deflation indicator, immobilizer with theft protection alarm system, automatic central dead locking and a standard distance alert has been installed. While immobilizer and standard central locking system for 1.6 eHDi Active.

The New 2015 Toyota Fortuner Review - Ph Edition

What would the World's number one automotive manufacturer may bring new for auto lovers.  What would we expect with the new 2015 Toyota Fortuner, will it comes more exclusive design such as the specs, interior and exterior design, and other changes compare with its 2014 predecessor. 

For now, it comes very interesting for car lover to know what specs 2015 Toyota Fortuner has, and whats new in both interior and exterior. 

According to the rumors, 2015 Toyota Fortuner Philippine Edition models comes with some changes. A made of chrome mirror are added, also with built-in blinkers. Furthermore, to make it look more attractive, expect a new design of grilles, bumpers, rear light, head light, and fog light. Get aboard and the new black carpeted floor cover will greet you. Also, its seating comes with a combination of black and red color. Compare with its predecessor, the new 2015 Toyota Fortuner comes more spacious.

For 2015 Toyota Fortuner Philippine Edition, it introduce in three different model to choose from. The 3.0L with 163 horsepower, 2.7L with 160 hp, and the 2.5L with 140 hp. All variant comes in either A/T or Manual.

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Lamborghini Hurricane LP 610 v.s. Sukhoi Su 30

Lamborghini Hurricane LP 610 v.s.  Sukhoi Su 30

Spectacular Duel Sky Earth, Lamborghini Hurricane LP 610 v.s.  Sukhoi Su 30

The event "Forsazh 2014" is a promotional races between modern fighter aircraft of the Russian Air Force and super sports car was held in Zhukovsky near Moscow.
This year, an interesting challenge between Russian Sukhoi SU 30 Figther Jet and the Super Sports Cars Lamborghini Hurricane LP 610. The Spectacular Duel Sky vs Earth, does Lamborghini Hurricane LP 610 Wins?

2015 Honda Jazz Overview

2015 Honda Jazz - Venice Motor Show

The new 2015 Honda Jazz comes available in the market this coming summer. In Venice motor show, the new Honda Jazz is 3.915 meter long with a wheelbase of 2.530 meter dimension. From afar, the new 2015 Honda Jazz designed as its late 2012 Honda Jazz predecessor.

Honda Jazz power-train, expect the 1.3L i-VTEC engine mates with six-speed manual transmission. Also, it comes CVT, a hybrid version with 1.5L engine combined with electric motor.

Like it's predecessor this compact car, retain it's central fuel tank layout. According to Honda, this design give its user a versatility of interior and storage options. However, Honda Jazz suspension has been revised, makes it more refined.

Aston Martin DB5 Skyfall - Pride and Prejudice

Who wouldn't be proud of an Aston Martin, it is one of the World's great car. Look at the original Aston Martin DB5, hand built, from the hand - planished, aluminum alloy paneling to hand-fitted Wilton underfoot and the hand-crafted quality coach hide upholstery. And a performance - top speed, 155 miles per hour.

Aston Martin DB5 - 2014 Nuremberg Toy Fair

Aston Martin DB5 - Regent St. Motor Show

Aston Martin DB5 - Shanghai

CC100, DBR1, DB3S, DB5, One-77, & 92 other Aston Martin Parade

Aston Martin DB5, the original car of British Secret Service Agent James Bond also known as agent 007. Photo taken in Kensington, Central London.

Aston Martin Skyfall DB5 - Kensington

Aston Martin Car Show in New Delhi - the Vanquish Volante

New Delhi, Dubai - Aston Martin has unveiled one of its fastest road-going model ever produced on the first day of the Dubai Motor Show.

The new Vanquish Volante, a replacement to its outgoing iteration. Though the new Aston Martin Vanquish 0-100kph time has yet to be confirmed, top speed is very impressive. Also, the Aston Martin Q BD9 is included in the show.

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

Aston Martin Q DB9

Aston Martin Q DB9

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

From afar Dubai dusk sky, the camera lens captured this breath taking transport of Aston Martin Vanquish Volante with Sikorsky S-64 Skycrane Helicopter.

Sikorsky S-64 Skycrane lifted Aston Martin Vanquish

Aston Martin Display - Osaka Motor Show

Osaka Japan - Aston Martin hosted the Osaka Motor Show event of Vantage S, Vantage N430 and DB9 Carbon Edition at Aston Martin Osaka Hakko dealer in Japan. Motor Show is showcasing three hero models - the Aston Martin N430 sporting the iconic Alloro Green Race treatment, Aston Martin Vantage S and the Aston Martin DB9 Carbon Edition in Carbon Black styling.

Aston Martin Vantage N430

Aston Martin Vantage S

Aston Martin DB9 Carbon Edition