Tag: Vehicle Dynamic Control

  • Subaru BRZ in the UK

    Subaru-BRZ-thumbIn the UK, the Subaru BRZ will be equipped with a generous array of standard features. The company is pleased to know that on the island interest is brewing. The sole example of that is the fact that people there are preordering already, without even knowing the spec prices.

    It is clear now however, that the top of the line BRZ‘s will come with 17-inch alloy wheels, a torque-sensing LSD, front, side, curtain and knee airbags, MP3 connectivity, dual-zone climate control and LED daytime running lights. The driver-focussed BRZ will also come with Subaru’s VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) that can be adapted to work with either a six-speed short-shift manual or a paddle-operated automatic transmission.

    A lower-spec car will also become available later this year followed by an even more modest, stripped out version dedicated to those who would like to customize it in their own likes. It will also be ideal for track-day enthusiasts.

    Six eye-catching colors will be available for the BRZ – Subaru’s trademark WR Blue Mica, Sterling Silver, Satin White, Crystal Black Silica, Dark Grey Metallic and San Remo Red.

    The car is notable for its tremendous low gravity center courtesy to the 200PS 2.0-litre Boxer engine that sits well under the hood. Power-to-weight ratio is said to be 164PS per tonne which makes it powerful indeed but with the lightweight materials used in making it, the BRZ will also handle brilliantly.

    Subaru BRZ (2012)
    Subaru BRZ (2012)

    Here is a quick list of the top-of-the line UK spec:

    17-inch alloy wheels USB and iPod connectivity
    Torque-sensing LSD (Limited Slip Differential) HID headlamps
    VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) and ABS Front fog lamps
    Front, side, curtain and knee airbags LED daytime running lights
    Cruise control system Body-coloured, electric-folding, head door mirrors
    Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning system Leather seats
    Radio CD player with six-speaker system Heated front seats
    Key-less entry with Push Button Start system Leather steering wheel and gear knob

    Source: Subaru

  • Alfa Romeo Giulietta is the safest compact car in the world

    Alfa Romeo GiuliettaGiulietta has been awarded from Euro NCAP five-star rating and an overall score of 87/100, which perfect result and makes the small Alfa Romeo the safest compact car ever.

    Since 2009 Euro NCAP has adopted a new safety scheme , which is composed of four areas of assessment: Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Pedestrian Protection and a new one – Safety Assist.  Injury avoidance and mitigation functions, such as seat belt reminder, ESP and speed limiter, are also rated.

    The ratings, which Alfa Romeo Giulietta achieved are: 97% Adult Occupant, 85% Child Occupant, 63% Pedestrian Protection and 86% Safety Assist. (more…)

  • Nissan Rogue Krōm Edition hits the market in December 2009

    The new Krom edition of Nissan Rogue will be available at dealerships across USA in December 2009. It features sporty styling, exclusive 17″ wheels and sport exhaust system. (more…)

  • 2010 Nissan Altima gets new look and features

    The new Nissan Altima will be available at the market in October 5th with updated exterior, refined interior and will include some advanced technologies. There will be three different models –  Altima Sedan, Altima Coupe and Altima Hybrid. (more…)

  • Nissan Announces Pricing for 2010 GT-R

    March may be the month known for madness, lions and lambs, but at Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA), the biggest roar is coming from the early introduction of the new 2010 Nissan GT-R supercar, including a number of important enhancements. (more…)