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Thursday, October 15, 2009

The VIP Style of Cars In Indonesia


OtoMagz - Indonesia is practically a comfortable place for lovers of modification. Not like some countries in the world which gives limits or rules in modifying vehicles, here there was virtually no barriers to creativity in beautifying the look of the vehicle.

So, no wonder that various modifications flow can be implemented independently and very neat. Various types of vehicle modifications contest that never deserted enthusiasts also be a factor supporting a lot of modifications in Indonesia. From some kind of modification, there is one style that is attractive and elegant considered, namely VIP style. Style modifications that could boom some time ago is still quite popular today. VIP style that puts the element of this luxury sedan is generally adopted by or a big MPV. But also applied to medium and small sedans MPV or SUV type of car even though.

VIP style will still exist, especially for people who like to modify. Because we do not always like to see carbon look (style sporty), would occasionally want to see the wood panel (one of the VIP-style support accessories).

In addition, VIP-style car show was able to make your car look very expensive so, so many people who like to modify it. There are several characteristics that are identical with the VIP style can enhance the impression of a luxury car. An example application of chrome trim around the body, as well as installation of large diameter alloy wheels (often 18 to 22) with polished or chrome accents are paired with slim-profile tires. In the interior, wood panel installation combined with leather seats with wrinkle model is also one VIP characteristic adornments that can enhance the aura of luxury.

Ornamentation typical of other VIP body kits are installed all over the body. Starting from the front bumper, side skirt, rear bumper until the duck tail. Usually fitted body kits all in big size, so matched to the diameter of which is also a big wheel. After that, fitted with air suspension, sports kit, or made adjustable shock.

Various accessories such as tail pipe supporting a large-diameter well, with a shape following the contour of the body also worth installed to beautify the exterior of the stern. At the front, a horizontal striped grill or type of wire with chrome accents without the vehicle brand logo also become an important accessory. HID lamps in headlamp and fog lamp also has a mandatory makeup VIP menu. A small table where put the drink that is placed on the dashboard is also one of the accessories that can boost the impression of luxury cars, mainly in the interior. So is the installation of LED lights on the pillars of the car doors are equipped with dimmers (cabin lights off slowly).

For the body color, generally dominated by dark colors like black, dark brown, maroon, and burgundy. Or all bright colors such as white or silver. Likewise, the interior sector. Dark colors like black, tan, maroon, and gray enough to be a favorite addition to bright colors like beige. Choice of his own car quite diverse. Large sedans like the Toyota Crown, New Camry or other brand is perfect dressed up VIP style. Medium sedans like the Toyota Altis is also suitable if you want to adopt this style. For small MPV is usually dominated by Honda Jazz.

Well, it seems that the display style of this one will remain attractive to lovers of modification. Exploitation luxury car display carried by the VIP-style can seem enticing more people to apply this style to the vehicle.

Are you among them?

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Chocolate-fuel cars



Otomagz - Alternative fuels that environmentally friendly, could be from any material that may be even totally unthinkable before. Vegetable-fueled car, you probably already accustomed to hear. But what about the chocolate-fueled car?

If in Indonesia, we had introduced 'jelantah' or used cooking oil as car fuel, in London, UK scientists using chocolate as fuel.

Don't think that's used from chocolate bar, because the price of chocolate bars can be exorbitant. They use the brown waste from factories that had been discarded as a vegetable oil mixed with biofuel.

Not only the fuel that is environmentally friendly, the car is also made from plant fibers are non-toxic. For example, the tire is made of fiber carrot and roots, the seat of a mixture of linseed and soybean oil foam. Its body was of plant fibers.

Speed speed no less with the car in general. At this time a new test at excess speed 96 miles per hour, but when tested on a path expected to penetrate belapan speed 232 kilometers per hour. The car named "WorldFirst Formula 3 racing" car that was to be used in the European Grand Prix races and Britain's Goodwood Festival of Speed.

This project leader, James Meredith, said that this car is proof that the car produces a fast, efficient and environmentally friendly is no longer impossible.

Author: Habibie_u2

The Three Things to Check When Your Car Won't Start


OtoMagz - When you turn your key in the ignition and your car won't start, a feeling of dread shoots through your mind. After all, there are dozens of things that might prevent your engine from turning over. Identifying the problem can easily become a frustrating mystery. In order to effectively troubleshoot the issue, you'll need to have a basic understanding with regard to what happens between your ignition and the motor. There are a lot of parts along the line and any one of them can cause a glitch.


In this article, I'll provide a short list of three things you should check when your engine fails to roar to life.


1 - Battery
Most non-starting problems are caused by the battery. Sometimes, the poles become corroded and the connection suffers. Other times, the battery drains to the point at which it doesn't carry a sufficient charge to turn the engine. In some cases, it dies completely.


If you notice corrosion on the poles, use a battery cleaner to remove it. If, after cleaning the poles, you're still unable to turn the motor, it's likely that your battery is drained or dead. Unless you have a tester with which to gauge the amperage, jump start your vehicle. You can be reasonably confident that if it starts immediately, you need a new battery.

2 - Ignition Switch

Bad ignition switches don't happen nearly as often as dead batteries, but they do malfunction and they're easy to check. To be certain that your switch is working properly, turn your key so that your car is "on" (as opposed to the "starting" position). Then, look at your dashboard. If your ignition switch is working, you'll see warning indicators appear on the dash. This is normal. Now, turn the key further (to "start"). The warning indicators should disappear.


You can also test the switch by turning your headlights on prior to starting your vehicle. If, when you try to crank the engine, the lamps do not dim, your switch is bad.


3 - Starter Connection

You won't be able to easily test whether your starter is working properly, but you can test the connection. In the same way that batteries can accumulate corrosion, so too, can your vehicle's starter. When this happens, it reduces the integrity of the connection and can prevent your motor from cranking. If there is no corrosion, but you still suspect that your starter is causing the issue, you can use a circuit tester to test the connection.


Cars, trucks, and SUVs continue to leave us stranded due to faulty connections or failing parts. The good news is that your vehicle isn't as mysterious as you might think. While there are many components under the hood that can prevent your engine from turning over, most problems are associated with the battery, ignition switch, and starter. Armed with a circuit tester, jumper cables, and a friend, you'll often be able to fix the problem without taking your car to a repair shop.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV, Preview


OtoMagz - Mitsubishi is previewing its next-generation CUV in the Land of the Rising Sun next month, and like nearly every other concept bound for the Tokyo Motor Show, the Mitsubishi PX-MiEV is packing a number of hybrid technologies to maximize fuel efficiency, decrease emissions and keep performance on par. Plus, the PX-MiEV comes with an added helping of "cocochi" – Japanese for "cozy."

PX is Mitsubishi shorthand for "plug-in hybrid crossover," so a 1.6-liter inline-four powers the front wheels, along with a generator, and a new plug-in system allows users to tap into the grid with either a 100 or 200-volt outlet. The PX-MiEV boasts an EV mode with a 30-mile range which can toggle between front- and all-wheel drive, a series hybrid mode when the juice dries up and a parallel hybrid system when under full load. Mitsu's E-4WD system shuffles power to the rear wheels when needed, using the same S-AWC and E-AYC systems as the Evolution X. The PX-MiEV can send torque left-to-right depending on the conditions, and a new center differential motor (unlike the mutli-plate clutch setup on the Evo) actively tweaks torque output to the rear wheels to increase grip.

Inside, the PX-MiEV sports a spartan interior with a number of technologies to keep occupants happy and healthy, including heat reflective glass and paint, along with individual air conditioners. Active safety systems – ranging from a "Multi-Around Monitor" to a front-facing camera that detects fatigue, then alerts the driver through a series of visual, audio and "vibrational" warnings – are sure to find their way into future Mitsubishi models. All the details are yours for the taking the in press release below the fold.

Source:Mitsubishi

Monday, October 12, 2009

Phyton, The Amazing Water Car !



If you drive this car, Sexy Girls will admired you!

OtoMagz -
After OtoMagz discussed earlier The Transition, Flying car from Woburn, Massachusetts, United States. The Fountain Valley people, California, not to be outdone, they also show off a car that can run on water!

The car is very suitable to deal with the flood season, we recommend Jakarta's residents to immediately bought this car before the flood season arrives.

At future, the car who can walk on water will also become a trend in the future. This makes Watercar Inc. to play in an amphibious car segment.


Python Watercar is an amphibious car that can run on land and water whenever you want without having to replace or modify certain parts.

The Python in one word is the ULTIMATE amphibious vehicle.  It is a 'hot rod' on the water, excess of 60 mph water speeds, and a 'hot rod' on the street, mid 12 second 1/4 mile times and 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds.  The engine is based on the famous aluminum LS Corvette power train. That have an engine with 600 horsepower. What an Enormous Horsepower!


Designed from the ground up to utilize the very latest in materials and the most state-of-the-art hull design.  Each rolling chassis incorporates a light weight 304 stainless steel structural frame, state-of-the-art Dominator Jet, and the customers choice of Corvette engine.  Every component is built from the best materials money can buy, and built to withstand even the harshest of conditions.   Providing the owner a combination of speed and performance that was previously thought unattainable, until now.

The Python is hand built, taking the world custom to an entirely new level.  From a choice of over 60,000 exterior colors and 4,000 interior colors/finishes, to the exact seat/pedal/shifter placement, tailored to perfectly fit the owner.  Every detail, every curve, every screw, everything on this vehicle is built exclusively for you, truly to be one of a kind!

 
This car will not have to worry about lost or damaged car. Practically, the Python is able to rule the streets and also the sea.

Unfortunately, its very expensive if you want to buy this car. Fully Customized and Completed vehicles begin at USD 200,000.00 (Rp. 2 billion).

Author : Habibie_u2
Photos: watercar.com

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Half Face Helmet Care

OtoMagz - As a means of supporting the safety, helmets should be treated in order to remain comfortable to wear. Here, the parts that must be noticed.

Visor
Useful to protect the surface of the face from dust and UV rays. To take care it, clean by wet wipes. But don't be rubbed. Simply put it on the visor for a moment (Fig.1). If difficult to cleaned, wash it with shampoo.

Don't suppressed when you wash it, simply wipe with a palm. "Because of the material polycarbonate from it was easily scratched," said Henti Fitranto from Gachio Helmet Care (GHC).

Thereafter, dry it's surface with a clean soft cloth. "Don't use chamois, Because it has dirt from former usage, it's would scratched," said Henti.

Pad Bolt
Sometimes, pad bolt made from plastic. "So very risky broken when tightened," said Ujang from MGS Motor helmet outlets. If you already broken it? Replace use bolts, nuts and ring size of 10 mm.

How to pair, look the original scheme. First remove the nuts used from the helmet shell. If finished, then input the new bolts from the inside until the end of the bolt through out (Fig.2). Then tie the end of the bolts that came out with the nut and plate (Fig.3).

Figure 1



Figure 2


Figure 3



Figure 4

Helmet's Foam
Sweat often settle in here and made the stench. Why sponges are washed once every month, it's to prevent the proliferation of bacteria.

Still Fitranto said, don't wash with soap, but with shampoo that owner has used daily. After that, dry it. Don't be dried under sunshine or use a hair dryer, because it can damage the foam helmet.

But if you want a practical way, in market, there's a special fragrances for helmets that can prevent from the arrival of bacteria. For example, there is the MTR, Adler, etc. "Watch, don't miscast the products. Best way, find a safe one and not irritating the skin head, "said Henti.

Binding
Most rarely noticed. Naturally, it would damage, for instance, the locking catches are rusty. In effect, this tool would difficult to open. To take care, Spray the anti-rust on the inside (Fig.4).

Remember, just a few, Because, if too much, chemicals could be make irritation if occurs direct contact with the skin of the neck. Do it monthly when the locking lever is beginning to feel hard.

Original Author/Photos: Iman/Iman
Original Article: www.otomotifnet.com

Translated By : Habibie_u2

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Flying Car, valued 1.7 Billion Rupiah (USD 170,000)



OtoMagz - This is a powerful solution for people that doesn't like traffic jams in major cities such as Jakarta or Surabaya. A Technology Enterprise in Woburn, Massachusetts, United States, will produce flying cars in bulk this year .

That flying car was named Transition. In the U.S., goods worth USD 170,000 (Rp 1.7 billion) was already sold out, even though not yet completed produced. Price is of course not too expensive for the few rich Indonesian, considering the number of luxury cars moving around in Jakarta. Transition could take two people. Its velocity of about 185 km per hour while fly in the air.

To take off, It requires preparations distance of about 520 meters, but only to a few hundred yards to landing. Changes from landline mode to flight mode can be done simply by pressing a button in the cabin.

Propeller which used when flight mode is stored and locked safe when using landline mode. To save it, doesn't need space for a hangar. It's can be stored in the garage, because its wings can be folded.

With dimensions of 2.1 meters high, 2 meters wide and 5.7 meters long when folded, Transition be smaller than full size SUVs, like the Cadillac Escalade or Lincoln Navigator. However, not just anyone can order this vehicle. You require to have a pilot's license if you wanna buy it. Want to test drive?

Author: Habibie_u2

Encourage manufacturers to apply Booster Electrolyser

OtoMagz - Each year the volume of vehicles in Indonesia experienced a significant surge. Last year, according to data Gaikindo, there's sold 607,805 units of new cars in Indonesia. And even more surprising, the data AISI 2008 mentions the total sales of motorcycles reached 6.215 million units. This fact, in addition to bringing the benefits of tax revenues also raises a series of vehicle problems no less serious. Among other toxic exhaust gas volume increases, the need for greater fuel and widespread traffic jams.

Overcome the negative impact due to the growth of uncontrolled vehicles, it is not enough just to rely on the government's role. Vehicle manufacturers (ATPM) both of cars or motorcycles, had a moral obligation to participate mengurainya. Surely with the right steps to keep producers must produce as many vehicles but more controlled environment pollution and fuel consumption more efficient.

While the government's duty is to unravel congestion more aggressively to build road infrastructure. Thus increasing volume of vehicles each year is balance with the available width of the road. After all, for now, it's not fair to have to press the government to issue regulations limiting the age of the car. Because there are still many Indonesian people who have not felt a personal car.

Focused on the moral duty vehicle manufacturer in an effort to unravel this problem, exactly what steps they should do? By not closing my eyes, it must be admitted to this vehicle manufacturers have developed such a great technology. Call it tech hybrid cars, hydrogen fuel to the fuel cell. But unfortunately, first-class technology is still very expensive. In developed countries have not been booming especially in developing countries like Indonesia.

Perhaps only hybrid cars near reality for sale in Indonesia, namely the Toyota Prius. Although just only few people will be able to buy a very expensive Prius. If only the government introduced incentives for hybrid cars unconditionally, may be another story.

This fact, that modern technology has created a vehicle manufacturer has not met the economic elements that hindered its spread. So, if wise, if the manufacturer of the vehicle just stop there? Surely not. Because there are many other ways that are very likely to be created. Of course, more economical and provide benefits not least with the technology currently available, such as hybrid cars or hydrogen.

HHO Booster
Around the middle of last year, with various Indonesia dihebohkan discovery applications for water fuel car. Starting from the discovery of Nganjuk Joko Suprapto who claim to be able to change sea water into Premium. And there were two discoveries in Yogyakarta, namely Fuel Archipelago by BWK Adjikusumo and patented Banyu Geni Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta (UMY). Although, further, they are not able to prove the result alias bullshit.

Another discovery is fueled motorcycle water by Voll John Bosco, from Palu, Central Sulawesi. Voll designing pipe water reactors mounted on the motor. Furthermore, water and gasoline put into the tank together with the 4:1 ratio. When I did the test, the engine can burn but not normal during acceleration. In my opinion, Voll invention is more suitable for stationary engines, such as engine power.

The next scene, the development of water electrolysis equipment (electrolyser) to produce brown gas or HHO (2 hydrogen and 1 oxygen). We have enough development tools electrolyser many kinds and trade. There electrolyser made Joko Sutrisno (Yogyakarta), Martin Hendry (Jakarta) and electrolyser manufacturing theory was written in a book called Brown Energy, Water Fuel Secret Poempida work Hidayatullah and F. Mustari.

Electrolysis of water (electrolyser) itself has started to study since the 19th century or rather earlier in 1884. By an electric discharge process in the direction (DC) to the wire loops that have a particular design. Coil of wire immersed in pure water in a closed tube. When electricity flows, arising magnet wire and produces HHO gas is flammable properties and has a ton of energy.

Further, HHO gas generated in the electrolyser is inserted into the cylinder in addition to the combustion gases or booster. So that the resulting combustion energy of a much larger engine without the booster than HHO. Which should be recognized that the HHO gas is not as a substitute for gasoline or diesel. Cost to make electrolyser unit is also very cheap. On the market, this tool sold bervariatif between USD 100 thousand to USD 500 thousand.

The results of the test vehicle had to apply HHO booster is also quite promising. Include fuel consumption (gasoline / diesel) to be more efficient, low emissions, smooth engine, the engine cleaner and more powerful engines. Editors Motor Plus never tested Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi is already installed HHO boosters, 1 liter of gasoline results through 266 km. Wow, amazing isn't it?

Other test data as presented in Brown's book Energy at the Toyota Avanza is translucent 1:18,07 km (std 1:13) or 39.03% savings occur. Then the Mitsubishi L300 happened savings of 93.98% which is a 1:12 km 1:23,27 km.

Electrolyser by ATPM Version
Current gas-producing equipment HHO electrolyser lots sold. Of course, with a variety of designs and benefits. But they claim the average instrument capable of saving between 30 to 100%. Seeing this reality, I was thinking why not equip the vehicle manufacturer with a booster electrolyser products?

The reason was simple, if domestic producers could produce the electrolyser equipment to function properly, then the car manufacturer / motor must can produce a much better. Cause manufacturers are supported by experts that more numerous and varied.

Now let us try to calculate the savings if all new cars and motorcycles are sold years ago (2008) has been equipped booster water electrolysis. Let's say the device could save 30%, do not need to 100%.

Fuel consumption for new cars as many as 607,805 units in 2008 are as follows. To simplify the calculation, we assume Premium fuel (USD 4500) with an average consumption of 1:12 km and the average mileage per day 50 km. This means that every car needs Premium 4.167 liters per day or total 2,532,723.4 liters (Rp 11,397,255,300). In one year (365 days) needs to be 924,444,041 liters of gasoline or, if cashed to Rp 4,159,998,184,500.

Meanwhile, fuel consumption for new motorcycle in 2008 as many as 6.215 million is as follows. Premium fuel (USD 4500), average consumption and 1:30 km mileage per day 50 km. This means every motor needs Premium 1.67 liters per day or a total of 10,379,050 liters (Rp 46,705,725,000). Within a year the need for motor gasoline to be about 3,788,353,250 liters or redeemable Rp 17,047,589,625,000.

Now let us count the amount of savings if the tide booster electrolisa water. The assumption had been able to save equipment 30%. For new cars going savings Rp 4,159,998,184,500 x 30% = Rp 1,247,999,455,350. While the new motor going savings of Rp 17,047,589,625,000 x 30% = Rp 5,114,276,887,500.

Total savings for new cars and new motors to Rp 1,247,999,455,350 + Rp Rp 5,114,276,887,500 = 5,239,076,833,050 (more than USD 5.2 trillion). These savings assuming for new vehicles produced in 2008. What if next year all new vehicles have been installed electrolyser?

In conclusion, there is no excuse for not trying to ATPM for researching booster electrolyser for additional features in their new products.

Original Article : www.otomotifnet.com
Original Author : Agus ‘Zoelis’ Triyono
Translated by : Habibie_u2

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Tong Jian S11: a combination of sports car Audi R8 and Ferrari F430

OtoMagz - Despite that this sports car made by Chinese manufacturer, Tong Jian S11 is a dream car for everyone. Tong Jian S11 is a car that its design is taken from two famous car, Audi R8 and Ferrari F430. Creator took all the best parts of both cars and put them together in this car.

So, Tong Jian S11 should be a "Best of the Best" car, when viewed from the aspect of design. How the quality of the engine and overall quality? We did not dare to answer this. lol.

No information, whether Tong Jian S11 cars will be sold or not.









News sources: Builds chinese automaker Audi R8 - Ferrari F430 Mash-Up

Friday, October 9, 2009

Sandra Dewi, close with Sanders


OtoMagz - One prominent Indonesian celebrities, Monica Nicholle Sandra Dewi Gunawan Basri, better known by the name of Sandra Dewi was very familiar with the Sanders, the title for fans of Sandra Dewi.

She was always taking the time to accompany the Sanders while playing futsal, like when met Habibie_u2 on Sunday (15 / 3) last night at the Indo Futsal is located on Jl. West Palmerah No.4, Jakarta Barat.

Pangkal Pinang girl, born August 18, 1983 seems always smiling when encouraging his team was practicing Futsal.

"Sanders now often competing futsal and accepted the challenge from other parties. There are other actress and actors fans, some of his fellow journalists, etc"said the eldest child of 3 brothers who accompanying Sanders practicing Futsal late into the night when the next day must be present at the Blitz Megaplex for the Launching of New Toyota Yaris (16 / 3) as the Toyota Yaris Icon.

"Sanders did this activity almost every afternoon week at here, and Sandra Dewi will always accompany them when there's not busyness else," said Ahau, one of the administrators Sanders.

"Initially Sanders engaged futsal's event is when about 2 months ago, Sanders got a challenge from Lunatic, called Luna Maya fans to a game of Futsal. Since then it began routine activities carried out, "continued Ahau, also known as Av_han_za_ku, OTOMOTIFNET.Com Forum Moderators.

Ever Once Crash a Car
When asked since when learning to drive a car, the daughter of Andreas Gunawan Basri was very enthusiastic. "I learned the first time the car was 1 junior class. Teached by father, when it I driving Daihatsu Taft, who doesn't have power steering. The Steering was really heavy," said Sandra Dewi which she said still descendants of Palembang, Tionghoa, Sundanese and Dutch.

"When the early driving in Jakarta I haven't habit. Cause in Bangka never has a traffic jam, while here I was always stuck in traffic. I once hit a car behind. When it was there on the road climbing around Tanah Abang. Incidentally when it was jammed. I panicked, and wrong pressed clutch, my car back and then crashing. As a result, I scolded by the owner of the car, "recalled the girl who moved to Jakarta in 2001 to continue his studies at the London School of Public Relations.

For modifications affairs, Sandra Dewi is known as an actress who liked to fashion car. Currently, she has a Toyota Avanza car which had been modified by W7 Carsmetic located in Taman Palem, Cengkareng.

And next he'll come back to modify the other car, it's the Toyota Yaris. To modify the car, Sandra fully devolved to Raymon, his brother, together with Ahau.

"I've also learned to ride a motorcycle 6th grade elementary school. motor borrowed a friend, and I've never had a motor itself "exclaimed Sandra Dewi, smiling sweetly.

Really naughty, hehehe .....

Author / Photo: aDoXs (Habibie_u2)

Doni Tata Admired By Paddock Girls!

OtoMagz - Doni Tata Pradita was not only loved his fans in Indonesia. It turned out that in Europe there, he began discussed, especially since the prime reap points in World Supersport event he entered this season.

According to Doni, since harvesting the first point, he was not views one eye again by senior riders. "Since the first capture point, I get good enough respect from the people of Europe" said Doni Boy, a nickname given to Doni Tata by the European community.

"I am very proud and feel honored and it's a whip so that I could perform better," said Doni responded that his nickname. Besides earning the nickname Doni Boy, he also nicknamed Indonesian Young Rider by television commentators in Europe.

Now, Doni began to familiar with some of the people of Europe and with the other riders who began to respect the existence of Doni.

Riders are most familiar nowadays with Doni is Sylvian Barrier, European Superstocks Racer who also sheltered in MGcompetition. Even frequent, Silvyan go side by side Doni when driving a Motor Home headed to the race.

Not only that, just for you know, Doni was also admired by the Paddock Girls! From some paddock girl, there are friends, such as Gemma and Sol Alvarez.

Even the girls become good listener to Doni Boy if there is a problem with his boyfriend who was in Yogyakarta. In fact, they became friends during their free play dikala Doni gap training and racing.

When asked election the girls, choose Europe or the Local for the companion of life, Doni tries riddles "Later, it's still long, we look to the future, hehehe...," he said with a laugh.

Well, do not get nicknamed "Doni Playboy"!

author: aDoXs (Habibie_u2)

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