2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126 concept

2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126 concept, In the late 1980's, my neighbor - the coach on the Olympic team rowing academic - brought from abroad Mercedes. Limousine with a light beige leather interior, automatic gearbox and speedometers, marked up to 260 km / h, long remained the most cool "cars" in the yard. In summer 2009, this model turns 30 years old.

After the premiere in 1979, Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126 in the body met mixed reactions. The conservative audience did to the car with a grain of salt, but someone did and was shocked. "Did Daimler-Benz launched a undecked, naked cars with plastic bumpers? - These phrases can be found in the German press 30 years ago. Not surprisingly, as the previous flagship (W116) decorated double chrome bumpers. New cost the same false weight of plastic.

Nevertheless, the 126-th body for many years became the standard design, comfort and safety. The body of the aerodynamic shape combined classical elements with the design of the new era. And polyurethane bumper did not become an obstacle on the path to success. Model prostoyala on line until 1992 and was released to impressive luxury edition of 892 thousand 123 pieces.

By the way, this generation S-Class was born in a difficult time for the world economy. The oil crisis of 1970 (the price of oil at that time greatly increased) furrow left in the economy and the mood of society: start talking about the ecology and luxury limousines have been condemned by society. The new "Mercedes" was to become not only more comfortable and safer than the predecessor, but also had to put ekonomichnee.Konstruktoram S-class on a rigid diet. Limousine "skinul" 280 kg. Helped, by the way, and I still have the same bumper, improving aerodynamics. The engines were to issue more torque at low revs, which will also help save fuel. When driving on the highway at a speed of 160 km / h pyatilitrovy motor rotated at speeds lower than 3000 per minute, and spent the entire 12 liters of gasoline.

The pride of the model system has been Anti-Lock Braking System, anti-lock system - does not allow blocking (or "EEIG") wheels during braking, while maintaining exchange rate stability avtomobilyaABS, which now does not even surprise buyers, "Lada". For the first time on a serial car airbag for the driver. With the development of technology has received a limousine, in addition the system Dynamic Stability Control and other helpful options.


Now, live classical music in the body W126 is now known as "yangtaymer", ie edakoe "new retro". In Germany you can find the model 500 SEL with full "ground meat" and is in good condition for 8-10 thousand euro. Luxury coupe 560 SEC found in a position close to the ideal, but cost about 20 thousand. Is not difficult to find the modified sedans 300 SE or 420 SE for 5-6 thousand euro. In Russia there are machines that have "millions" odometer went to the second circle. The price of these items - 200-300 rubles.

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Test Trials In The United Arab

2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Test Trials In The United Arab, Tin Estate Mercedes-Benz E-Class was caught paparazzi on the test trials in the United Arab Emirates. This country is becoming more and more popular place to test new cars. Perhaps the reason for this - high temperatures, allowing to test the car in extreme conditions, 40-degree heat.

New Mercedes E will be presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. In the range of engines are likely to include the same engines that are installed on the sedan E-Class. Tyuningery of AMG with foam at the mouth has already promised to release the "charged" version of the Universal E-Class with the "Eight" power of 525 horses.

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2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK models WorldCarFans publishes

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK models WorldCarFans publishes, Internet publication WorldCarFans publishes photos and video test prototype coupe Mercedes-Benz SLK models of 2012. As writes edition, despite the abundance of camouflage on the car, you may want to consider that at this stage, the designers did the front part of the future SLK-like model of SLR, and the grille is the same coupe Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

As writes edition, citing sources at the company, the future SLK in the base will be equipped with 3.5-liter gasoline engine from AMG. At the same time, no-cost and environmentally friendly versions of the model has not yet been provided.

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New Concept Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster 2011

New Concept Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster 2011, When you see the first prototype coupe Mercedes SLS, brand fans waited with anxiety the news from the German automakers, all of a sudden will not continue the model number of the super-car. But in rebuttal of the assertions on the road appeared cabriolet. Now the news is even better - in the United States photo-spies caught Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster 2011.

The main difference between the roadsters and coupe (in addition to the retractable roof, of course) is that the roadster will not use the door - «gull wing», and have a traditional door.

Regarding the engine, it has about them in general is not known. For information - the engine compartment has the AMG V-8, the volume of 6.2 liters., Which produces 571 hp (420 kW) at 6 800 rpm and maximum torque of 650 Nm at 4 750 rpm. It is possible that this engine under the hood and a roadster. However, Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster 2011 can receive the V-10 engine, with an output of between 550 ... 650 hp


By the way a week ago, the company reported a Mercedes that have plans to develop an electric version of SLS AMG. According to Mercedes, the car will be faster than the Tesla Model S, acceleration to the first «hundreds» less than four seconds, with the same unit V-8. This innovation should appear at the coupe, which can later be also on the roadster.

Taking into account that the coupe debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010, the convertible with the roadsters may appear even later.

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2011 Mitsubishi Motors Corp.Net losses amounted to 26.44 billion yen in Japan.

2011 Mitsubishi Motors Corp.Net losses amounted to 26.44 billion yen in Japan., Net losses of Japanese car manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors Corp. in the I quarter of 2009-2010 fiscal year, which ended June 30 last, amounted to 26.44 billion yen (281 million dollars), while during the same period a year earlier the company gained a net profit of 10.3 billion yen ( 109 million dollars). This was published today in the financial report of the company.

The volume of sales in the I quarter of 2009-2010 financial year fell by 57.5% and amounted to 259.12 billion yen (2.75 billion U.S. dollars) to 610.1 billion yen (6.48 billion U.S. dollars) a year earlier. Operating loss for the period reached 29.61 billion yen (314 million dollars), while the year before the company received an operating profit of 9.86 billion yen (105 million dollars).

Mitsubishi Motors is one of the world's largest producer, producing annually more than 1.6 million vehicles in 32 countries around the world. The company produces a variety of products - from small cars to heavy trucks, buses and specialized commercial vehicles.

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X by AMS Performance

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X by AMS Performance, After that the engine was completely reprogramme the electronic control unit, high-performance fuel injector and powerful turbocharging. As a result, the power the engine is refined 385 hp

The braking system is upgraded through the installation of mechanisms Stoptech with six-piston front and four slide-hporshnevymi behind. Naturally, also brake linings replaced. The suspension became harder and less ground clearance. To set a wider low-profile tires Dunlop Direzza on 18-inch alloy wheels have had little to expand the front wheel arches. In general appearance the car has undergone considerable changes.

Thoroughly elaborated on the aerodynamics of the front part. Retaining force increased at the expense of a new front bumper, redirect the free-air. Bonnet is made of carbon fiber. Of the carbon as well lid, and it established a massive adjustable antikrylo. The rear bumper received a new diffuser.The cost of the AMS Performance tuning is not specified. While not known as whether they will be available separately or in an integrated package

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2011 New Generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport concept

2011 New Generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport concept, The second-generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has not changed me - it is still frame SUV with a proven Super Select transmission and forced locking rear differential staffing equipment

The new Pajero Sport is not for nothing looks like cross-country rally for Mitsubishi raids - its terrain is very impressive. Perhaps, the new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is quite worthy of laurels for extreme tourism. By road, the Japanese jeep will be able to draft off a few modern.

To make sure even need to go to the road, just look at the technical characteristics: now all of the versions equipped with the system Pajero Sport Super Select. On hard surface, it allows the driver to use as a rear or full drive, but on the off-road - the central locking differential and a lower transfer. Very impressive arsenal, is not it? No wonder Mitsubishi Pajero Sport looks like a second-generation sports-prototype Pajero Evolution, earned numerous victories in rally-raids.


In general, the muscles of the Pajero Sport inflated as necessary. Figuratively speaking, marching under the weight of a backpack he had not sognetsya. What is the way, because the trunk of the jeep is huge. And its scope can be further increased by sliding forward or second row seats folded. So here easily fit in, say, mountain biking.

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