Most fans of fast drive Ford brand with their passion is not associated. I must say, absolutely nothing. For example, the other day on the famous Nürburgring track Focus RS was officially recognized as the fastest car of this brand, manufactured in Europe.
The fastest in Europe Ford.Pod administration chief-editor of German magazine Sport Auto Horst von Saurma-Yeltsha (Horst von Saurma-Jeltsch), which, incidentally, is one of the most famous pilots Nurburgring, RS has established a new record for passing the road for cars Ford. Famous car traveled 13 miles in 8 minutes 26 seconds, thereby pobiv previous achievement, belonging to Focus ST (8 minutes 51 seconds).

Recall that the Focus RS can boast a capacity of 300 hp, which are removed from the turbocharged engine volume of 2.5 l, working together with the six-speed manual gearshift. Up to 100 km / h vehicle speed of 5.9 sec. And a maximum speed of 263 km / h.

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American automaker Ford Motor began a review 575,000 cars Windstar due to failure of the rear axle due to corrosion. It is reported that the cars produced in the period from 1998 to 2003. Will be withdrawn in the 21st U.S. state, dominated the cold weather, as well as in Canada.

The National Highway Traffic Safety began a preliminary investigation into the problem on 13 May after he had received 234 complaints related to the appearance of cracks in the rear axle vehicles. It is worth noting that after this number of complaints has risen to 950.

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To order the cars are available with a new diesel engine, which improved to obtain more power and smooth operation, as well as reduce fuel consumption and emissions of CO2.




Ford Kuga is now equipped with new 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi engine with two versions of power - 140ls and 163ls. Over 50% of the components of the previous 136-strong 2,0-liter TDCi diesel engine have been finalized. The new engine has a system of internal combustion engines of new generation with a reduced compression ratio (16,0:1 17,6:1 instead), increased by 20% the diameter of the combustion chamber, a new fuel injection system with the technology of high-pressure common rail, running at 2,000 bars (instead of 1 650 bar), with a solenoid with 8 holes (instead of 6) and more compact, quick-response turbocharger with variable geometry, rotating at speeds of up to 210,000 revolutions per minute.




Capacity of the new 163-horsepower engine has increased by 20%, maximum speed increased from 180 to 195 km / h acceleration time from 0 to 100 km / h decreased from 10,7 to 9,6 seconds. Maximum torque of 340 Nm is achieved between 2,000 and 3,250 rpm.

Kuga with the Duratorq TDCi engine consumes power 163ls with combined cycle 6.0 l/100 km - 6% lower than the previous model. The level of CO2 emissions reduced to 159 g / km (with 169 g / km), the new engine complies with the environmental standards of Euro 5. The diesel particulate filter for the detention, maintenance during the entire period of operation of the vehicle, is fitted as standard.




140-strong version of the new 2.0-liter diesel engine Duratorq TDCi, as the more powerful 163-strong version, has improved response at low revs, fuel efficiency, reducing CO2 emissions and increased refinement. 140-hp engine replaced in the model lineup Kuga 136-strong diesel Duratorq TDCi. 140-horsepower engine is available with front-wheel drive (FWD). Front-wheel model is available at a price of 990,000 rubles.

For four-wheel drive models with the new diesel Duratorq TDCi engine is available six-speed automatic transmission Ford PowerShift dual-clutch.

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Ford Motor Company introduced a special police car on the basis of a full-size SUV Explorer. According to a press release, spetsversiya supplement line called the Ford Police Interceptor, which currently includes sedan based on the Crown Victoria and a new model that will replace him in 2011. Off-road vehicle equipped with a highly efficient 3.5-liter V6, which combines high power with efficiency, and specifically calibrated transmission in which gear ratios of the lower levels are lowered to ensure a real leap forward from their seats.




High permeability and durability »Explorer Police Interceptor provided powerful engine cooling system and the differential, ventilated brakes on 18-inch wheels," smart "system slowdown at sharp bends. Occupant protecting curtain airbags that car "wrapped up" almost the entire perimeter. Load compartment withstand a load up to 360 pounds: it can carry not only weapons and special equipment, and police dogs.

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At the end of the second quarter of this year concern Fiat Group losses amounted to 179 million euros, while during the same period of 2008 on automakers received a profit of 646 million euros. According to the publication of The Detroit Free Press, the first quarter also proved disappointing for the company - the loss of "Fiat" of 411 million euros.

Sales of Fiat Group in the second quarter fell by 22.5 percent, while automakers revenue was about 13.2 billion euros (17 billion a year earlier). In doing so, for the first six months of this year compared with the same period in 2008 on sales of Italian machinery companies in Europe fell by 1.1 per cent. Overall, industry sales falling to around 11 per cent. Operating profit "Fiat" for the second quarter amounted to 158 million euros - by 86 per cent less than before.

As specified in the Fiat, the cause of loss is a global financial crisis, which continues to have a negative impact on demand. Despite this, the company's specialists predict that by the end of the year Fiat will get a profit of one billion euros.

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Fiat released the first photos supermini Grande Punto 2010 model year.

The official premiere of the model will be held in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but sales to start before the end of the year. New to rival Ford Fiesta and Peugeot 207.

Fiat Grande Punto has received new headlights, front bumper and radiator grill. In the salon set up a new sound system and air conditioning.

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Italian auto company Fiat introduced a special version of its compact SUV called Panda 4x4 Adventure.

The car is equipped with a system full of drive and is equipped petrol engine volume 1.2 liters and output of 60 hp and diesel engine Multijet16V volume of 1.3 liters and output of 70 hp The body of the machine is painted in green, side racks - in black and grille - in gray. FIAT Panda 4x4 Adventure received a 14-inch wheels with 165/70 tires.

Prices for a special version of the car at home - in Italy - will be 14 100 euro for the modification of gasoline and 16 000 euro for the diesel version. According to Fiat, the car can be ordered with a number of seats. In this case, the luggage volume is 1000 liters.

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New maintain a soft shear center of the roof, and its metal guides that allow the body to retain an acceptable stiffness, would help avoid the additional strengthening of the body.

Model Fiat 500C Abarth will be available in two versions. Less powerful modification will be equipped with a 135-strong 1.4-liter gasoline engine family of T-Jet, a more powerful version called Esseesse receives 160-strong version of this engine.

It was expected that sales of new items on the European market will begin no earlier than spring of next year, passes rstcars.com.

Note that the hatchback Fiat 500 Abarth, which was first presented last year at MOTORSHOW in Paris, also proposed in the 135 - and 160-strong version. In addition to the powerful engine «charged» car false weight is an aggressive aerodynamic bodywork, improved suspension, more powerful braking mechanisms and wheels, larger dimension.

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Concern Fiat was good for the purchase of Carrozzeria Bertone. For three years, Fiat would invest 150 million in Bertone euro.

Fiat Group again increased its automobile empire. At this time, by eminent body studio Carrozzeria Bertone. Purchase atelier approved, Minister for Economic Development of Italy Claudio Skayola (Claudio Scajola). Over the next three years at Bertone Fiat invests 150 million euros.

During the 96-year history of Carrozzeria Bertone has been manufacturing automobiles for our customers. The factory produced cars from Bertone Lamborghini Miura to the Volkswagen Polo. Now, Fiat is planning to use the production facilities Bertone to build niche models. Italian auto giant is not telling what the model will be produced at the plant Bertone in Turin. We know only that the car will be sold both in Europe and the United States.

Fiat has already tried to buy a controlling stake in another Carrozzeria Bertone in 2006. Concern was planning to build a factory in Turin production coupe-cabriolet Lancia. Body studio went bankrupt in 2007. In the 2008-m studio Bertone was taken under the control of the interim administration, and now moves into the hands of Fiat.

In the past few months, Fiat has done everything possible to increase its weight in the global automotive. Italian avtogigantu not been able to buy the Opel, but successfully concluded the deal with Chrysler, which in June passed the procedure of bankruptcy. Fiat now owns 20% of the shares of U.S. automakers and manages the company.

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Italian Industry Minister Claudio Skayola supported group Fiat SpA to acquire production komapnii Carrozzeria Bertone SpA, says Automotive News Europe. As writes edition, the company Bertone for the past 96 years engaged in the design of automobiles, as well as the release of models of other brands in its production. In February 2008, control over the company after the bankruptcy process has moved from the family Bertone Italian Government.

Actualment Bertone claims Fiat, announced a plan to produce at the factory Bertone unnamed «niche» model «niche model», and Italian entrepreneurs Zhanmario Rosinolo and Domenico Reviglio, the first of the plant will produce Bertone to 10 thousand per year of premium sedans and SUVs.

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ENGINE SPECIFICATION YAMAHA YZF R6 2010

this is engine specification of yamaha yzf r6 2010:
Yamaha YZF-R6 is a motorcycle that powere with engine 599cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC and 16 titanium valves.
The other specifications of 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 are as the following:
-Final Drive: Chain
-Bore x Stroke 67.0 x 42.5mm
-Compression Ratio 13.1:1
-Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
-Ignition : TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
-Transmission 6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch

price list yamaha yzf r6:
The price of Yamaha YZF-R6 MSRP are as the following:
$10,490 (Raven) Available from February 2010
$10,490 (Team Yamaha Blue/White) Available from February 2010
$10,490 (Pearl White) Available from February 2010

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