Audi is concerned about stagnant sales of new debt directly to the A1 and animal models.
A1 Audi sold 20,000 units since its launch in August. Ingolstadt automaker, said deliveries will total 30,000 by the end of the year. By comparison, its main competitor, the Mini sold 42,000 units in the last three months.
Yet Audi has a production of 100,000 units per year for A1 and A1S already built 45,000 so far this year at its plant in Belgium. Audi officials have a goal in January last year to 80,000 copies of the A1 to sell in the first year of production.
Lawmakers in Germany, Audi A1 domestic market complained that a very high price of € 15.800 for the car in its segment. For example in Germany the prices are much higher for the VW Golf starts at € 16.500.
Audi denies sale of a problem with the A1, but was moved to a 5-door body type A1 off until the following year than 2012 days before introduction in the hope that it will increase sales by offering a second chance estimated.
Monday, December 20, 2010
New Ferrari 166 MM Touring (1949)
RM Auctions has announced that plans for a rare 1949 Ferrari 166 Barchetta Touring mm to offer in its case at the Arizona Biltmore January 21
Originally commissioned for the 1949 Paris Motor Show, the roadster is one of the 25 models are equipped with Barchetta bodywork by Carrozzeria Touring in Milan, Italy. This car also won in 1950, Mar del Plata, and increased in 1951 Mille Miglia.
If this sounds like your cup of tea, be warned, it is expected that sales of over $ 2,000,000 (€ 1,506,595 / £ 1,284,820).
Originally commissioned for the 1949 Paris Motor Show, the roadster is one of the 25 models are equipped with Barchetta bodywork by Carrozzeria Touring in Milan, Italy. This car also won in 1950, Mar del Plata, and increased in 1951 Mille Miglia.
If this sounds like your cup of tea, be warned, it is expected that sales of over $ 2,000,000 (€ 1,506,595 / £ 1,284,820).
Caubet new Honda looking at F1 for 2013
Renault sees the new engine formula in 2013 as a great opportunity, certified director Jean-Francois Caubet.
The French automaker pulled together as a team owner of Enstone team that bears his name, but still needed to supply engines to at least the next three years.
"The engine of the 2013 balances the playing field, " said Caubet, suggestions for resolving the current 2.4-liter Renault is not up to speed with the best Mercedes and Ferrari.
"FIA record speaks for itself," he said, according to Motorsport total.com. "There are technological innovation, the competition is wide open.
"There are precise rules for the cost of materials, the number of engines per season and speed (rev) limits. Technology has a great freedom, " said Caubet.
"Everyone starts with a blank sheet of paper. May the best win."
The new formula is also designed to allow car manufacturers to pull back to F1, Caubet admitted that he was "too early" to return to BMW, but showed that Volkswagen was "hesitant".
And he said: "The third group is now looking at F1.
"The Japanese," said Caubet. "I am surprised by their interest in the new engine, but of course the prices have changed the aspect of the position in May
"Europeans are ahead of new technology - I think they can not afford to be here," said Caubet, showing that Honda is seriously considering returning.
The French automaker pulled together as a team owner of Enstone team that bears his name, but still needed to supply engines to at least the next three years.
The period of three years for the transition from the current "freeze" model V8 engine for the new four-cylinder turbo, which will debut in 2013.
"The engine of the 2013 balances the playing field, " said Caubet, suggestions for resolving the current 2.4-liter Renault is not up to speed with the best Mercedes and Ferrari.
"FIA record speaks for itself," he said, according to Motorsport total.com. "There are technological innovation, the competition is wide open.
"There are precise rules for the cost of materials, the number of engines per season and speed (rev) limits. Technology has a great freedom, " said Caubet.
"Everyone starts with a blank sheet of paper. May the best win."
The new formula is also designed to allow car manufacturers to pull back to F1, Caubet admitted that he was "too early" to return to BMW, but showed that Volkswagen was "hesitant".
And he said: "The third group is now looking at F1.
"The Japanese," said Caubet. "I am surprised by their interest in the new engine, but of course the prices have changed the aspect of the position in May
"Europeans are ahead of new technology - I think they can not afford to be here," said Caubet, showing that Honda is seriously considering returning.
New Honda Li Nian S1
Honda Li Nian S1 unveiled at Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition in China.
Designed for first time car buyers, S1, based on the platform of the previous target Honda City, draws inspiration from Everus concept, which debuted earlier this year. While the production model loses Acura-style grille and LED lights that are still safe and a bit bland.
Under the hood, the engine options include 1.3-and 1.5-liter four-cylinder. Functional requirements were not disclosed, but the 1.5-liter to at least 120 hp (89 kW / 122 hp) to produce.
Li Nian S1 will go on sale next spring, so expect more of the following learning
Designed for first time car buyers, S1, based on the platform of the previous target Honda City, draws inspiration from Everus concept, which debuted earlier this year. While the production model loses Acura-style grille and LED lights that are still safe and a bit bland.
Under the hood, the engine options include 1.3-and 1.5-liter four-cylinder. Functional requirements were not disclosed, but the 1.5-liter to at least 120 hp (89 kW / 122 hp) to produce.
Li Nian S1 will go on sale next spring, so expect more of the following learning
Announced for North America new Ford C-Max MPV
After his debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford has released details of the North American C-Max.
Suitable for young families, C-Max in the form of a long wheelbase (but without the "grand" as the first name in Europe) avoids the typical MPV styling for a dynamic look that is distinctive and dynamic. Key features include a hands-free back door (put my feet under the bumper and open), a panoramic glass roof, a passive entry system.
In the cabin 2 '5 'meeting fee, which can be adjusted by sliding the second row. For an easier access to third row, second row outboard tip and slide forward. Of course, if it sounds too easy, you can fold the second row center seats for a walk in the back. Moreover, if you do not need to drop the third row as an option to delete. Speaking of options, owners equip their C-Max with various goodies, including leather upholstery, heated front seats, GPS navigation and MyFord Touch.
Under the Hood Two engines will be offered. Entry-level 2.5-liter I4 producing 168 hp (125 kW / 170 hp) and 167 lbs ft (226 Nm), while the 1.6-liter EcoBoost churns out 180 hp (134 kW / 183 hp) and 173 pound-ft (234 Nm) of torque. Whatever is chosen, both were associated with six-speed automatic transmission.
MPV will be launched at the North American International Auto Show, so stay tuned for more information.
Suitable for young families, C-Max in the form of a long wheelbase (but without the "grand" as the first name in Europe) avoids the typical MPV styling for a dynamic look that is distinctive and dynamic. Key features include a hands-free back door (put my feet under the bumper and open), a panoramic glass roof, a passive entry system.
Under the Hood Two engines will be offered. Entry-level 2.5-liter I4 producing 168 hp (125 kW / 170 hp) and 167 lbs ft (226 Nm), while the 1.6-liter EcoBoost churns out 180 hp (134 kW / 183 hp) and 173 pound-ft (234 Nm) of torque. Whatever is chosen, both were associated with six-speed automatic transmission.
MPV will be launched at the North American International Auto Show, so stay tuned for more information.
New Nissan reveals new global sedan at China International Auto Show
Nissan unveiled its new global sedan in China International Automobile Exhibition.
First introduced in China in 2003 as Sunny, an entirely new model has a conservative design with a strong shoulder line, swept-back light, and light inspired by Maxim. conservative design is transferred to the interior, but there is a unique round design, which can be seen in the air vents, door handles, and air conditioning.
Power comes from a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine which is expected to 108 hp (81 kW / 110 hp) and 148 Nm (109 lb-ft) of torque production. It will be connected to the Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT), which promises to "better protect the environment."
Sunny will be manufactured at Dongfeng Nissan Huadu plant in Guangzhou in China and will go on sale in January, before it was launched in 170 markets around the world, perhaps like the Versa / Tiida?
Prices start at RMB 82.8K 112.8K (1.04 million - 1.41million yen).
First introduced in China in 2003 as Sunny, an entirely new model has a conservative design with a strong shoulder line, swept-back light, and light inspired by Maxim. conservative design is transferred to the interior, but there is a unique round design, which can be seen in the air vents, door handles, and air conditioning.
Sunny will be manufactured at Dongfeng Nissan Huadu plant in Guangzhou in China and will go on sale in January, before it was launched in 170 markets around the world, perhaps like the Versa / Tiida?
Prices start at RMB 82.8K 112.8K (1.04 million - 1.41million yen).
Em 2010 o Honda Civic foi o carro que gerou mais satisfação entre os proprietários.
A Revista Quatro Rodas promove desde 2001 o concurso chamado "Os eleitos".
O concurso tem como objetivo saber o grau de satisfação do proprietário em relação ao seu veículo.
O resultado da pesquisa mostrou que os proprietários do Honda Civic são os que se dizem com maior grau de satisfação seguido pelo Ford Focus.
Neste final de ano para quem está a procura de um carro, é importante olhar o resultado da pesquisa e ver como está a satisfação dos atuais proprietários.
Veja abaixo o ranking geral.
Carro/Pontos
Honda Civic 100,8
Ford Focus 100,7
Hyundai i30 99,6
Honda City 99,4
Honda Fit 98,9
Toyota Corolla 97,8
Toyota Hilux 97
Renault Sandero 97
Chevroley Agile 96,6
Volkswagen Golf 95,6
Chevrolet Astra 95,5
Fiat Punto 95,5
Chevrolet Vectra 94,1
Renault Clio 93,9
Renault Logan 93,1
Hyundai Tyucson 93
Volkswagen Saveiro 92,4
Volkswagen Voyage 92,3
Chevrolet Classic 92,2
Peugeot 207 Passion 92,2
Fiat Idea 91,9
Chevrolet Prisma 91,8
Ford Ka 91,8
Fiat Palio Weekend 91,6
Ford Fiesta Sedan 91,5
Peugeot 207 91
Citroën C3 90,8
Chevrolet Montana 90,4
Fiat Siena 90,3
Ford Fiesta 90,1
Fiat Strada 90,1
Fiat Uno 89,9
Ford EcoSport 89,5
Chevrolet Meriva 88,6
Chevrolet S10 88,1
Volkswagen Gol G5 88
Fiat Palio 87,9
Chevrolet Celta 86,8
Volkswagen Fox 86,2
Volkswagen Gol G4 81,1
A pesquisa também mostra o grau de satisfação por categoria.
Veja a pesquisa completa no HotSite da Quatro Rodas.
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