Mercedes-Benz's rugged G-Series comes with a five-star rating with impressive performance in each of the four assessment areas.
Euro NCAP organizes crash tests on new vehicles and provides automobile consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe.
New SEAT Tarraco shares Volkswagen's MQB platform with Škoda Kodiaq, which is rated five stars by Euro NCAP in 2017. Against the more rigorous protocols of 2019, Tarraco's five-star rating is more impressive, and in adults it is 97 percent. Passenger protection is one of the best cars in this category.
Euro NCAP organizes crash tests on new vehicles and provides automobile consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe.
Euro NCAP performs a series of crash tests on each model tested:
- a frontal impact test, the car impacts a rigid barrier
- an offset frontal impact test, 40% of the width of the car is striking a deformable barrier
- a pole test, the tested car is propelled sideways into a rigid pole
- a side impact test, a mobile deformable barrier impacts the driver's door.
A series of pedestrian tests are conducted with different impactors, adult and child head form, lower and upper leg form and whiplash tests are performed on a sled.
Active safety is tested based on the car’s equipment: autonomous emergency braking systems (car to car, with a pedestrian and a cyclist target), lane support and speed assist technologies and seatbelt reminders.
The previous generation Honda CR-V was tested in 2013 as a diesel. As a sign of time, this latest version was tested in gasoline hybrid form, which is estimated to be the best-selling variable. The car performs well in all safety areas and has the highest safety rating.
Euro NCAP organizes crash tests on new vehicles and provides automobile consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe.
Its centrepiece is the electrified 3.0-litre engine featuring twin-turbocharging and an electric auxiliary compressor.
The 6-cylinder in-line engine generates 320 kW (435 hp) and delivers maximum torque of 520 Nm. Its EQ Boost starter generator briefly provides an additional 16 kW of output plus 250 Nm of torque and additionally feeds the 48 V on-board electrical system.
The EQ Boost starter-alternator combines a starter motor and alternator in a powerful electric motor and is fitted between the engine and transmission. This innovation as well as the intelligent charging via an electric auxiliary compressor and an exhaust gas turbocharger all have the same goal: to enhance the hallmark AMG performance and driving dynamics, but also to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. And this move has been a successful one: The GLE 53 4MATIC+ accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 5.3 seconds and achieves an electronically limited speed of 250 km/h.
It really turns on the pressure: electric auxiliary compressor
The electric auxiliary compressor builds up a high level of boost pressure without any delays until the big exhaust gas turbocharger kicks in. As a result the 3.0-litre engine reacts extremely spontaneously and provides a dynamic response without turbo lag. An additional bonus is the high level of refinement of the six-cylinder in-line engine.
It will be electrifying: 48 V on-board electrical system
But the EQ Boost starter-alternator can do even more. It also provides the 48 V on-board electrical system with electricity. The conventional 12 V electrical system is likewise supplied from the new network – by means of a DC/DC converter. The 48 V battery increases the overall battery capacity in the vehicle, which allows supplying more electrical energy. An additional advantage: the same power requires only a quarter of the current of a conventional system. The result is that the wiring can be thinner and therefore lighter, which indirectly contributes to saving fuel. The existing 12 V system supplies power to consumers such as lights, cockpit, infotainment displays and control units.
It also does hybrid: EQ Boost starter-alternator
The EQ Boost starter generator is a key component of the 48 V system and not only serves as an alternator, but is also responsible for hybrid functions. This allows fuel savings that were previously reserved for high-voltage hybrid technology. For the first time, the EQ Boost starter-alternator is also responsible for idle speed control.
The hybrid functions include boost with 16 kW of output and 250 Nm of torque, energy recovery, shifting of the load point, gliding mode and the virtually imperceptible restarting of the engine with the start/stop function.
Sustainable development is an important element of the Porsche business plan. Eager to reduce global CO2 emissions, several environmental schemes are gaining ground and the company's sales are growing green certificates as well.
The new Porsche Impact app allows individuals to balance automobile emissions by donating to environmental projects such as Vietnam, Mexico and Alaska's southern coast where waste is washed with shades. Against a completely different ground thousands of kilometers away, the same problem breaks the coastline from Wales to the island of Anglesey. But the difference here is a woman on this small island called Sian Sykes.
Dan Mohnke, Vice President Sales and Marketing and Operations, Nissan USA USA, Nissan North America, Inc., 2019 Losan Motor Show 2019 Nissan Murano and 2019 Nissan Maxima told the innovations.
Porsche invites developers from around the world to work on digital mobility solutions for the timely Porsche sports cars for the timely future of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (MWC): today, on Tuesday, February 26, the second edition of "Porsche Next OI" Initiating the developer contest.
The sports car manufacturer, the Berlin-based affiliate automobile application programming interface (API) platform, is launching the second open innovation competition for digital development in conjunction with High Mobility. The competition gives competitors the chance to create and test their applications and services for Porsche sports cars using simulated connected APIs. The teams will work with Porsche Mission E Cross Turismo electrical work in the scanner, which will have access to over 300 different data sources and functions, and to offer and test significantly their applications and services in a realistic environment.
The 2020 Corolla sedan L, LE and XLE grades will use the 1.8-liter engine (2ZR-FAE) in the previous generation, but will provide more horsepower and better fuel efficiency.
The SE and XSE classes are supported by the all-new 2.0 liter Dynamic Strong direct injection four-cylinder engine (M20A-FKS). This new engine delivers more performance when using less fuel. Remarkably, the new Corolla sedan engine is physically smaller and lighter, helping to reduce the center of gravity of the car and improve its overall stability.
Here are some of the technical features of the Corolla sedan's new engine:
The new Dynamic Force engine achieves high power and efficiency from the combination of the Toyota D4-S fuel injection, high-speed combustion, VVT-iE intelligent variable valve timing combining high-compression ratio (13: 1), direct and secondary port injectors on the suction side and VVT- i on the exhaust. The VVT-iE uses an electric motor instead of the oil pressure to control the variable valve timing.
Two drain ports, oil pump and variable cooling system with electric water pump help you maximize engine performance and efficiency. A more efficient cooling system also enables faster cab heating on cold days and faster cooling when using air conditioning.
All these technologies, combined with ultra low internal friction, provide a maximum thermal efficiency of 40% for a passenger car engine. You can't feel the heat efficiency, but you can feel the effects of peak peak torque of 151 lb.-ft at 6,600 rpm at 169 span horsepower.
Fit for Hybrid
The hybrid powertrain and battery are a natural fit for the new Corolla due to the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform. For example, the cab model is not compromised, for example, when selecting a Corolla Hybrid against a gas model.
The new hybrid system combines a 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with an electronically controlled planetary continuous variable transmission (CVT) with two motors / generators through the transaxle. The combined output of 121 horsepower ensures precise performance.
The smaller size and the flatter shape of the nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery pack allow the rear seat to be placed under the rear seat rather than the trunk space, and also allow a 60/40 split rear seat backrest to increase the cargo capacity. The battery position also contributes to the low center of gravity of the vehicle as a blessing to agility.
The gas motor, the other half of the Hybrid Synergy Drive team, is not less impressive than the electric side. The 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter inline four-cylinder engine is specifically designed for a hybrid application. In the long-stroke configuration, the Atkinson cycle is used, which uses a very high compression ratio (13.0: 1) with a shorter input stroke than the Otto cycle and a longer expansion stroke. The Atkinson cycle draws more energy than the fuel, and the electric motors reduce the low-end power (versus the Otto cycle).
Ford today unveiled the brand-new Focus ST, developed by Ford Performance to deliver agile warm recoil excitement in a stylish, comfortable and practical family car.
The all-new Focus ST has developed the class-leading driving dynamics of the fourth generation Focus in five-door and railcar body styles.
Ford's new C2 architecture has been improved with unique suspension, braking and power train configurations for the best ever and agile Focus ST driving experience.
A new engine series provides drivers with 12 percent more power and 17 percent more torque compared to the previous generation Focus ST. Ford's 280 PS 2.3-liter EcoBoost petrol and 190 PS 2.0-liter EcoBlue diesel engines * offer a wide range of power and torque over the rev range for fast rotating sport performance.
Ford Performance's new Focus ST with advanced sports technologies will be available in summer with five-door and wagon body styles.
Powerful, free-speed power train include 280 PS, 420 Nm, 2.3 liter EcoBoost gasoline, double shift turbo and anti-delay; 190 PS 2.0 liter EcoBlue diesel with 400 Nm at 2,000 rpm
The first Ford front-wheel drive electronic limited-slip differential increases traction and stability. Short-speed matching for six-speed manual gearbox. Seven-speed automatic
Selectable Drive Modes have a principle for Focus ST; Electronic Brake Booster and fastest Ford power assisted steering
Advanced independent rear suspension configuration with comfortable Comfort and driving experience and continuous Controlled Damping optimized with Recaro sports seats
The next step in the successful SUV campaign in Europe ŠKODA KAMIQ combines the advantages of an SUV with the agility of a compact car World premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2019
ŠKODA adds a third model to the European SUV portfolio: ŠKODA KAMIQ. As with the successful ŠKODA KODIAQ and KAROQ, the name KAMIQ comes from the language of Inuit people living in northern Canada and Greenland: it means something perfect. Sitting in the growing city SUV segment, ŠKODA KAMIQ perfectly combines the advantages of a sports utility vehicle, such as a high ground clearance and a raised seat position, with the agility of a compact vehicle.
With an emotional design, state-of-the-art support and infotainment systems, ample space and countless Simply Clever features, the new KAMIQ meets the needs of both family and lifestyle-oriented customers equally.
ŠKODA KAMIQ continues the successful SUV design language from KODIAQ and KAROQ, and comes with new visual accents such as split headlights with daytime running lights on the main headlights. The city of SUV is based on a modular transverse matrix (MQB) and offers a ŠKODA-typical generous space of 4,241 mm. Modern assistance systems, eco-friendly and efficient drive systems, state-of-the-art infotainment systems and state-of-the-art connectivity solutions ensure that ŠKODA KAMIQ perfectly meets the needs of modern individual mobility - all of which reinforces the ŠKODA brand's sensibility.
The KAMIQ name is already known as a ŠKODA SUV. The names of large models, ŠKODA KAROQ and ŠKODA KODIAQ, begin with the letter K and end with Q.
Fully new PEUGEOT 208 and zero-emission PEUGEOT E-208 ahead of the release of public orders, will be at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show late Summer 2019
PEUGEOT will announce the brand new PEUGEOT 208 at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show with gasoline, diesel and electric (EV) power train options to be available. The PEUGEOT e-208 with zero emissions is the first in a series 100% electric model that PEUGEOT prepares to electrify the entire product range by 2023.
ALL NEW PEUGEOT e-208
With 100 kW electric motor and 211 kph with a 50 kWh battery according to WLTP procedures, 100% electricity PEUGEOT e-208 has three driving modes: Eco, Range to optimize, Normal, optimum comfort and Sport, allowing the driver to prioritize performance . The battery is covered by a manufacturer's warranty of 8 years, 100,000 miles.
The 220L battery, which is fully deployed under the ground plan of the new PEUGEOT 208, is positioned to allow maximum interior space and luggage space to be maintained in accordance with the capacities of the petrol and diesel versions.
Three charging methods are available for the new PEUGEOT e-208:
Charging from a home outlet: The e-208 charges using a classic home outlet within 20+ hours to fully charge
Accelerated charge at home: The e-208 can be charged more quickly and safely than a dedicated charging point lasting about 8 hours for a full charge. In the UK, state subsidies support this.
Fast charging in a public terminal: 80% of the vehicle cost can be obtained from 100kW charging station within 30 minutes **. Most of the fast chargers can be found at the motorway service station and are gradually installed throughout the UK.
Natural and completely multimodal interaction with the vehicle and its surroundings. BMW Group offers BMW Natural Interaction for the first time at the 2019 World Mobile Congress.
Once again, the BMW Group is revolutionizing how drivers interact with their vehicles: At the Mobile World Congress 2019 in Barcelona from 25 to 28 February 2019, the company will present its BMW Natural Interaction.
The new system combines the most advanced voice command technology available with extended motion control and view recognition to provide true multimodal operation for the first time.
As with interpersonal dialogue, BMW Natural Interaction enables the driver to use their voices, gestures and interact with their vehicles in various combinations at the same time.
The preferred mode of operation can be selected intuitively according to the situation and the content. Voice commands, movements, and viewing direction can be safely detected, combined and performed by the vehicle.
This free, multi-modal interaction is made possible by speech recognition, optimized sensor technology and content-sensitive analysis of movements. Due to the precise detection of hand and finger movements, the movement direction - in addition to the movement type - is also recorded for the first time in an extended interaction area that encompasses the entire operating environment of the drive.
Verbal instructions are recorded and processed using Natural Language Understanding. A constantly diluting intelligent learning algorithm interprets complex information, so the tool responds accordingly. This creates a multimodal interactive experience for the driver's wishes.
PEUGEOT to present high-performance electric 508 PEUGEOT SPOR ENGINEERED concept car at Geneva International Auto Show
508 The PEUGEOT SPORTS ENGINEERED concept is an evolution of the 2018 brand new PEUGEOT 508 Hybrid and will be next in PEUGEOT SPORT's long and high-performance model series
The hybrid powertrain combines performance and efficiency to deliver 0-62 miles in 4.3 seconds and CO 2 emissions at 49 g / km (WLTP)
PEUGEOT is committed to providing electric models in its series by 2023
PEUGEOT will introduce the high-performance 508 PEUGEOT SPORNING ENGINEERED concept at the Geneva International Auto Show, with the brand's electrification strategy gaining momentum. The PEUGEOT SPORT team has confirmed a number of high-performance electric vehicle development plans last year and is the first step towards the new concept car electrification.
PEUGEOT SPORT's experts took the completely new 508 Hybrid as the starting point and improved its design, performance and efficiency. Four-wheel drive 508 PEUGEOT SPORTS ENGINEERED, four-wheel drive 508 PEUGEOT SPORTS ENGINEERED can reach 0-62mph in 4.3 seconds and strike mechanically. Maximum speed of 155 mph.
This electrical performance is supported by the 11.8kWh battery, which provides a zero emission range of up to 31 miles to the PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED concept of 50 km when the CO 2 emission is 50% / km when the W8TP test protocols are switched to 100% electricity mode. When in Hybrid mode.
As part of a partnership between Renault and Paris Saint-Germain, the Mégane GT-Line was honored with a major advertising campaign in France between 24 February and 17 March.
At the wheel of the Mégane GT-Line, the former world champion and the iconic player of Paris Saint-Germain, Raí crosses the streets of Paris in the air of Jacques Dutronc. "Five o'clock, Paris awakens". This music is said by the players of Paris Saint-Germain - Kylian Mbappé, Neymar Jr, Gianluigi Buffon, Marco Verratti and Thomas Meunier - and passersby. Raí's popularity increased with the presence of players everywhere. The legendary Mégane GT-Line is at the heart of this passion that stretches to the Parc des Princes. The campaign, "Passion is delivering you", consists of three films of 30, 45 and 60 seconds, published until 17 March.
This ad, published jointly with Paris Saint-Germain, is part of the opening of orders for the release of new releases and the opening version of the new release for the limited edition Mégane GT-Line TCe 140, TCe 140 EDC, TCe 160 and TCe 160 EDC. Mégane GT-Line dCi 150 EDC in the French commercial network. This version combines power and trouble-free operation with the EDC dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Nissan x OPUS concept camper uses second-life Home batteries to power off 'off-network' adventures
Nissan Energy and OPUS Campers collaborated on a smart camping concept using second-life Nissan electric vehicle batteries to provide remote power for up to a week for 'no-network' adventures.
The Nissan x OPUS concept combines the recently introduced Nissan Energy ROAM, a portable, all-in-one, weather-resistant power pack that uses Nissan's Home battery technology for comfortable, emission-free and silent power while on the move.
With 700Wh storage capacity and 1kW power output, ROAM's lithium-ion cells are recovered from first-generation Nissan electric vehicles and provide a sustainable second life for the batteries.
Mounted in a special compartment in front of the OPUS, the Nissan Energy ROAM unit provides a power supply to both the 230v circuit and the 12v circuit (by charging the built-in battery that supplies the 12v system). With the help of the solar panel accessory, this helps to support sufficient energy autonomy for the seven-day camp.
Audi is the first manufacturer to launch Green Light Optimized Speed Advisory (GLOSA) in the US GLOSA offers speed recommendations to minimize stop in red light and helps reduce driver stress
GLOSA uses traffic signal information and the vehicle's current position to display a speed recommendation designed to allow drivers to pass the traffic lights through a green range to help reduce the number of stops at the red lights. The stop distance, the speed limit profile for the field, and the signal timing schedules are used to calculate the displayed speed recommendation to the driver.
Survey data from the AAA Traffic Safety Foundation show that an average American driver spent an average of 300 hours per year on the equivalent of twenty-four-hour weeks in the office. Giving drivers additional information, such as green light optimized speed recommendations, can help reduce anxiety and help the driver to relax at the times behind the wheel.
”Audi is committed to moving America in many ways, including the development of industry-leading connectivity and mobility solutions,“ he said. ”Nowadays, not only technologies such as GLOSA-to-infrastructure technologies benefit drivers, they are also critical steps to move towards an automatic future.“ http://media.audiusa.com/en-us/releases/301
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