New Toyota Models

The automaker's name is a variation of the surname of its founder, Kiichiro Toyoda. After years of research, Toyoda unveiled his first prototype, the A1, in 1935, marking the birth of the Toyota Motor Corporation. The '40s witnessed the launch of additional passenger cars and even a pickup. By the end of the decade, the automaker had produced more than 100,000 vehicles.

Toyota grew bigger in the '50s and expanded its roster with a slew of new small cars. The company also unveiled the utilitarian BJ truck; this vehicle was the precursor to the Land Cruiser. By the end of the decade, Toyota had commenced exports to the U.S. with the establishment of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. The first Toyota to be sold on American shores was the Crown; it held the distinction of being the first Japanese car to be sold Stateside.

The '60s witnessed even more growth for the emerging juggernaut. Toyota introduced the Corolla, an immensely popular model that is still in production today. Vehicles like the home-market Publica, the 2000GT, Hiace and Miniace were also launched. The decade closed with Toyota reporting annual domestic sales of 1 million units; cumulative exports also reached 1 million.

Japanese-market cars like the Carina, Light Ace and Publica Starlet were launched during the 1970s. In the States, the Corolla grew in popularity and the Corona and Mk II models debuted as well. The successful Celica sports coupe was also rolled out and would remain in production for more than 30 years. Toyota's shadow had spread far beyond Japan by this point. The decade's oil crisis had made the manufacturer's compact, fuel-efficient models more popular than ever in the United States. By the time the '70s drew to a close, the automaker had exported more than 10 million vehicles.

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New Mitsubishi Models

A Japanese word meaning "three diamonds," Mitsubishi was founded in by Yataro Iwasaki, a descendant of samurais, in the early 1870s. The company's initial focus was on shipping, but it quickly diversified into areas such as mining and ship repair. In 1917, Mitsubishi unveiled the Model A, Japan's first series production passenger car. It wasn't until 1960, with the launch of the compact Mitsubishi 500, that the company began producing passenger vehicles on a large scale. That decade also saw the launch of other Mitsubishi light passenger vehicles like the 360 Van and 360 Pickup. The company also distinguished itself on the racetrack during this decade, taking top honors in Japan's Grand Prix. Mitsubishi's automobile production arm was officially spun off into a company of its own with the establishment of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation in 1970. The company's Colt made its way to American shores in 1971, the same year in which Chrysler purchased a 15 percent stake in the new company. However, the Colt wasn't sold under the Mitsubishi name, but rather under the Dodge brand, reflecting Chrysler's interest in the company. By the end of the decade, Mitsubishi was producing more than 1 million cars per year. In 1982, Mitsubishi began selling cars in the U.S. under its own name. Through the '80s it offered a variety of cars for the states, including the subcompact Mirage, turbocharged Starion sports car and midsize Galant sedan. Mitsubishi hit its stride in the '90s, thanks to the popularity of the Eclipse sport coupe and 3000GT sports car in the U.S. and the turbocharged Lancer Evolution in other parts of the world. Chrysler made the most of its partnership, as it used Mitsubishi platforms under many of its models. The Eclipse, in particular, was a key vehicle produced by the Diamond Star Motors partnership. In 1998, Chrysler merged with Daimler-Benz to become DaimlerChrysler. Mitsubishi's partnership continued with DaimlerChrysler for a few years but was financially terminated by 2003.

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Infiniti Positions Brand First Best Car

Nissan's premium brand, Infiniti, reinforces his reputation as a superior vehicle products. Beat a score of 9 other global brands, Infiniti took first place a list of Top 10 Best Car Brand Car compiled by Total Score, one of the sites and the comparison of the leading automotive agency.

In compiling the list, Total Car Score evaluates and provides scores on the power line-up of a brand to compile the rating given by the media and independent observers to automotive car models output in 2012. The result, Infiniti got the highest score with the acquisition of 82.09, followed by Mercedes-Benz in second place and third place is quite surprising, Buick.

Car Total Score editor, Karl Brauer, explaining, "This list is based on the assessment of the data on which car manufacturers produce cars, crossovers, SUVs and pickup trucks are the most sought after and most qualified consumers."

Meanwhile, Vice President Infiniti Americans, Ben Poore, looking proud of their achievement and said, "Occupying the first position in the list of 10 Total Car Score is validation for our efforts to present the complete line-up vehicles perform well, and not just one-two-good model. "

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Nissan expansion in the city of Dalian

Nissan brand vehicles as one of the most rapidly growing in China back to take aggressive steps to continue its expansion in the most populous country in the world.

Japanese car manufacturer is planning further investments valued at USD784 million, or about Rp.7 trillion in the construction of a factory in the city of Dalian, Northeast China.

Through this sixth plant, Nissan additional set production capacity of 150,000 units in 2014. Not only that, it was possible the number could grow to 300,000 units.

"Nissan has been the focus of southern China and eastward expansion of the ocean are needed to accommodate growth," said Nissan Executive Vice President, Hiroto Saikawa, told local reporters.

In China, Nissan has sold 425 000 units until this June, an increase of 20% over the same period last year. As for the total sales during 2011, Nissan managed to remove the 1.3 million units into the hands of the state consumer

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Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe

Four of the five-unit super luxury Rolls Royce cars are limited editions worth approximately USD 14 billion per unit sold in the exhibition celebration of 100 years of Rolls Royce at the Pacific Place, Jakarta from 6 to 12 February 2012.

The exhibition is on Friday afternoon left to live a Rolls-Royce Centenary Phantom Saloon. "Three Rolls-Royce Centenary Phantom and the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead is sold, just one more unit. Price of a unit of Rolls-Royce Centenary Phantom Saloon approximately Rp. 14 billion," said General Manager John Winata Glamour Auto Boutique .

John was reluctant to mention the exact figure of the price of a Rolls Royce. British luxury car manufacturer that sells products in Indonesia, namely the scarcity of Rolls-Royce Centenary Phantom Saloon as many as four units (built only 100 units worldwide) and the Centenary Phantom Drophead Coupe is only produced five units around the world and one unit of which is in Indonesia.

John confirmed the four-car buyers a rare Rolls Royce is a businessman, not from the officials.

He suggested no more additional supply for both types of cars were rare, given the nature of the two types of luxury cars there. Auto Glamour Boutique may serve the prospective buyers who want a Rolls Royce in addition to those types with indent orders for three months and warranty.

"I am optimistic that one unit of this car will be sold before the show finished because of this very rare car and before the show ended already sold four units," he said.

John said super luxury cars that have special colors in ethereal white pearl sale only in Singapore and Indonesia to Southeast Asia. "To my knowledge, only Singapore and Indonesia to Southeast Asia. China received the most limited edition Rolls Royce supply," he said.

Rolls-Royce Centenary Phantom Saloon and Rolls-Royce Centenary Phantom Drophead Coupe has the same specification of engine 12 cylinder with the engine capacity of 5800 cc which has a maximum power of 453 hp at 5350 rpm and 720 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm.

Acceleration 0-100 km / h can be reached in 5.9 seconds and top speed is 240 km / h. CO2 emissions Centenary Phantom variant is also environmentally friendly, just 377 g / km. Centenary Phantom diameter tires 255/50 R21 and 285/45 R21. Difference between the Phantom and Phantom Drophead Saloon Coupe Centenary Centenary is located on the doors and roof.

Artwork from the Rolls-Royce has a V12 engine with 453 bhp direct injection power and 720 Nm of torque. This car can go from 0-100 km / h in 5.6 seconds.

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Lamborghini Murcielago

Kim Jaejoong was driving an Italian sports car, Lamborghini Murcielago. Model LP-640 that he had was with a 12 cylinder engine with support machine that holds 6.5 liters and produces a force of 640 horsepower. This is an amazing vehicle can move from speed 0 to 60 in 3.4 seconds and reach speeds of 205 mph. Prices range from $ 445,000 USD.

Junsu vehicles are also able to accelerate to 60 mph in about 3.4 seconds. He was driving a Ferrari 458 Italy, with a 8 cylinder engine, 4.5 liters and producing 570 horsepower. The maximum speed is 200 mph, where the car is priced around $ 337,000 USD.

Yoochun also driving a Ferrari with the type of California. The car is a car with a retractable roof, with a 8 cylinder engine, 4.3 liters and 460 horsepower strength. The car accelerates from 0 to 60 in 4 seconds, and the maximum speed is 192 mph. The car is sold at prices ranging from $ 311,000 USD.

Actor Jang Geun Suk, also known by the automobile fanatic recently ordered the Audi R8 V10. The model is equipped with 5.4 liter engine to accommodate and accelerate from 0 to 60 in 4.1 seconds and top speed is 194 mph. This type of car prices pegged around $ 209,000 USD.

Big Bang leader G-Dragon also has a luxury car, a Bentley Continental GT. Can accommodate a 6.0 liter and it costs around $ 254,000. This car can produce 575 horsepower and weighs over 2 tons. Berakseleresasi capable of 0 to 60 in less than 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed is 197 mph.

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Ferrari SA Aperta

Ferrari and Pininfarinas's always had a unique way of celebrating the anniversary of their cooperation to-80. Pininfarinas's a home made ​​car design faithful to the shape of interest to Ferrari.

The Italian car manufacturer Ferrari SA Aperta launch, which is based on a special edition of 599. This time, as a tribute to Ferrari, Pininfarinas's making a special edition to the Ferrari 599 SA Aperta and produced only limited, ie, 80 units, the selection of this figure correspond to the anniversary of their cooperation. Thus was launched the autoevolution, Monday (30/01/2012).

In addition, the Ferrari 599 SA Aperta this limited edition in terms of design remains the same as the standard version, which distinguishes the terms of color. 80 599 SA Aperta unit is in the paint with the color blue. These colors are special colors on offer Pininfarinas's to Ferrari, as previously, the Ferrari colors dominated by red, white and black.

Further, the Ferrari also changed the interior of this vehicle, wherein the interior using fresh material, trimming and alluring colors. The Italian car maker will allow customers to create their own version of the interior.

This vehicle has a good level for menggurangi aerodynamic friction with the air while speeding. There are also special features such as a lower windscreen and two-roll bars behind the seats.

Meanwhile, the price, Ferrari and Pininfarinas's still secret. To be sure, the price will be much expensive than the previous version of the limited edition.
This car is the car version of the open roof of the Ferrari 599 which made ​​its debut in Paris some time ago. This car has a powerful 661 bhp V12 engine and can go from 0-100 km per hour in 3.5 seconds. There are only 80 units and are all sold out.

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