Mitsubishi, two new engine technologies for a 12% increase in the efficiency of introducing

The fuel efficiency of Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and Lancer lineup is expected to improve by up to 12% with the two new propulsion technologies that the automaker rolled out. The first technology, the Mitsubishi is launching a new engine for the next generation variable valve timing, the combustion stability and reduced piston friction improves. The second is an improved engine idle-stop system that could be applied to vehicles with continuously variable transmissions. This month, these technologies presented at the Mitsubishi Outlander crossover sport small, the Lancer sedan and Lancer Sportback.

These models are all built in Japan. These improvements will be made ​​available initially for the 1.8-liter engines in Japan, before moving abroad or distributed in different shifts. The timing of when these will arrive to be confirmed in North America. In these countries, these Mitsubishi models with 2.0-liter or 2.4-liter engines are available.

Mitsubishi is currently assessing the use of the systems in the region. The current-4B10 engine (which features dual camshafts) is the new engine, the name of the 4J10 be replaced. This is a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder 16-valve single overhead cam engine. Mitsubishi claims that along with the new idle-stop technology, the 4J10 was able to achieve a 12% improvement in fuel economy compared to the previous engine. These new technologies are introduced, such as Mitsubishi intends to comply with stricter emissions standards. Mitsubishi wants the fuel efficiency of the fleet by 25% compared with 2005, average global improvement in 2015. This is only a medium-term goal, as it reduces the emissions by half by the year 2020 prepared.

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Suzuki to launch on R3 in Japan before landing in India?

OnCars.in reported that Suzuki is the killer eagerly awaited R3 innovation in Japan before shipping it to start Maruti Suzuki dealer showrooms. The production model specification bug in during the Auto Expo in January 2012.

Prototypes of enthusiasts forum BHP.com team showed the Ritz-based seven-seater MPV canceled built with components from the new Swift.

The diesel engine is a must for an MPV in India will come from Fiat. The 1.3-liter engine probably from the engine compartment of the Suzuki SX4 and has come experience-enhancing technology such as a turbocharger with variable geometry. According to the same report, it produces 95PS of power.

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Lexus planning new small hybrid crossover based on the CT 200h, 300h called CX

It seems that Lexus aims to boost its sales and the only solution would be to introduce new models. Due to the fact that consumers need smaller models, an ideal would be a little crossover, based on the popular CT 200h. The idea is not new to us, as in July, we reported that Toyota plans to launch six new hybrids and one of them would be a new Lexus 300h called CX, which will hit showrooms by the end of 2012.

The new crossover will look like a small RX and will make cars like the Audi Q3, BMW X1 or Infiniti EX. Few sources have confirmed that the new car will use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with Hybrid Synergy Drive used in the Camry Hybrid and the success HS 250h dedicated hybrid sedan.

According to the magazine Auto Motor und Sport of Germany, the small crossover will be designed for the European market, but that does not mean it will not be available in the United States. A hybrid cross would be less perfect complement to the Lexus RX line composed of 45 percent of sales from the U.S. firm has so far this year.

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[Video] HRE Wheels Presents - The 790RS

HRE Performance Wheels is to give us his latest development, the new series 790RS, a goodie that has been design to be used for top supercars.

We speak of a set of three - piece wheel designs that come with a bold design language, to provide a boost the image of the supercars they fittd of, even if these do not necessarily need a .

We invitng to see the video presentation adjacent HRE Wheels with President Alan Peltirer how the wheels were set up and shows them in action on an Audi R8.

Here's how the tuner describes his creation: "HRE Performance Wheels is proud to announce its latest offering - the series any new 790RS - designed from the box to the line of the wheel the most advanced ever offered by the world leader in automotive technology of super performance wheel. With four completely new three-piece forged wheel designs, the series 790RS features aggressively sculpted spokes and a modern profile conical sets a new standard, designed specifically for flow with the lines of the last of the European sports machines. "

HRE Wheels Presents - The 790RS from HRE Performance Wheels on Vimeo.

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BMW to launch the Mini for Indian markets

The Germany based BMW recently announced that they will be releasing the luxury car Mini in India in 2012. The small car will be optimized for the Indian market and will feature many interesting accessories.

Andreas Schaaf, president of BMW India, said they plan to develop the brand image of the Mini before its release next year. He also said they will introduce a dealer in Bombay, and two others in the region of Delhi. They also plan to open up to four dealers in 2013 and three more will be added in 2014.

Since the Mini is supposed to be a luxury car, it will be targeting customers top class in India. BMW said that the Mini will probably cost more than 25 INR lakh. The car was intended to be released by BMW in 2009 but the project was postponed for reasons of viability due.

The Mini brand has several models like the coupe, convertible, sedan, compatriot and Clubman. BMW will not release all the alternatives and, instead of introducing selective models only suitable for Indian automobile market.

The premium brand in India over car BMW hopes to increase its activities in the Indian region and aims to sell about 70,000 units per year by 2020. BMW currently manufactures 3 series and 5 series models in India and 7 series cars are assembled from imported kits. High quality car Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen are currently the most formidable competitors for BMW that can threaten its share in the Indian markets.

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