You have a broken steel/fiber ply belt in the sidewall of the tire. Normaly this is caused by two things, a manufacturing defect or a heavy impact to the tire side wall (like hitting a pot hole). You need to get the tire replaced as soon as possible as it is a huge safety hazard because the integrity of the tire has been broken (hence the bulge as it starts to loose shape). This might cause the tire to blow making you to loose control.
Go to either Costco (my favorite) or Sams club to get another tire. Because they have lifetime balancing and rotation it is well worth paying for a membership. I would also highly recomend getting Michelin tires (for cars or tight duty trucks) or BF Goodrich tires (owned by Michelin - for SUVs or truck tires)
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008
BMW India launches BMW Xpo with attractive finance schemes
BMW India has launched the “BMW Xpo” at BMW dealerships across India until 28 October 2008, where prospective and existing customers can test drive the range of BMW cars at all BMW India dealerships during the BMW Xpo2008.
During the BMW Xpo 2008, special financing and leasing offers have been launched by BMW Financial Services in conjunction with ICICI Bank and ORIX Auto Infrastructure Services Ltd. Prospective BMW car buyers can also avail special insurance offers from Bajaj Allianz. ICICI Bank will exclusively offer “Fixed Interest Rates” instead of “Floating Interest Rates” to all loans logged in for BMW customers. Attractive offers on the BMW 3 Series include “Zero down payment” option for select customers through ORIX Auto Infrastructure Services Ltd, Interest free option for a fixed period of time, Lower fixed interest rate of 15% from ICICI Bank, and a special discount of 30% on a basic insurance policy from Bajaj Allianz.
During the BMW Xpo 2008, BMW India dealerships will also display a wide range of BMW lifestyle accessories that extend from classic BMW lifestyle products such as BMW shirts and jackets, sports products in golfing, kids’ mobility equipment, car miniatures, original accessories, baggage and luggage.
Hyundai Genesis coupe makes world debut
Hyundai Motor Co. has launched its Genesis Coupe in the Korean market at an event on Jeju Island. The coupe follows the Genesis sports sedan launched earlier this year. Hyundai promises the Genesis to be the most affordable 300-hp sport coupe on the planet.
The range-topping all aluminum DOHC 3.8-liter V6 Lambda RS will churn out 306 horsepower thanks to dual CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing on both inlet and exhaust valves) and is mated to a six-speed ZF automatic. The engine’s peak torque figure of 360Nm@4700rpm helps it get to 100kph from a standstill in 6.3 seconds.
The base engine will be the 210 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged Theta, which will do 0-100kph in 8.3 sec. They haven’t skimped on cornering ability, either, what with a 55/45 front-rear weight distribution, LSD, and a five-link setup for the rear suspension. A front tower strut bar is optional, as is the track-use package that throws in Brembo brakes that offer 340mm rotors in the front and 330mm at the rear with four-pot callipers.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
New VW Caddy Sportline Models
The Caddy Sportline models are available in a choice of three paint colors – Tornado Red or optional Reflex Silver metallic and Diamond Black pearl effect paint – with basic retail prices (excluding VAT) starting from £17,000 for the Caddy Sportline and £18,280 for the larger Caddy Maxi Sportline.
Exterior enhancements for both vans include chrome side rails and front grilles, lower front spoiler with integrated fog lights, rear roof spoiler, body-colored bumpers, mirrors and door handles, plus unique 17-inch six-spoke alloy wheels.
The Sportline's interior features bespoke black Italian leather upholstery with red stitching, microperforated red centre panels and an embroidered Sportline logo, plus electric windows, 'Climatic' air conditioning, a radio/CD and electrically operated and heated door mirrors.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Top 10 Cars Driven by Women
10. Chrysler Pacifica: 59.81 percent female drivers
9. Hyundai Tiburon: 60.18 percent female drivers
8. Mazda CX-7: 60.19 percent female drivers
7. Honda Pilot: 60.28 percent female drivers
6. BMW Z4: 60.31 percent female drivers
5. Nissan Versa: 60.58 percent female drivers
4. Toyota Yaris: 61.86 percent female drivers
3. Hyundai Elantra: 64.28 percent female drivers
2. Kia Spectra: 66.48 percent female drivers
1. Honda Fit: 80.46 percent female drivers
2010 BMW Isetta
These is the clearest illustration yet of new 2010 BMW Isetta. The 2010 BMW Isetta will be hugely important, because it will help BMW comply with the European Commission’s plans to impose an average 120g/km limit on the model ranges of all firms selling cars across the Continent by 2010. And, as there are plans for an electric version, it would also enable the manufacturer to meet California’s upcoming zero-emissions vehicle legislation.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
Hot BMW Girls
New Car The BMW X6 2009
The mounds of cladding are off, giving us our first good look at the new car BMW X6 that is essentially a crossover that tries to look like a coupe, but with four doors. We’re not sure we really get it.Presumably, this new car BMW has decided there are customers who want the look and performance of a 6-series but with off-road capability and a hatch and the cargo space associated with an SUV. The plunging roofline after the B-pillar means tall passengers should ride shotgun—or not at all—and we are leery as to how much gear can easily be stowed in back.
Some suggest the new car BMW X6, caught here by our spy photographers, has Dodge Caliber tendencies, something we doubt the Teutonic automaker was striving for. The new vehicle is obviously lower than the X5, whose platform it shares, but the X6 is said to be longer.
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 GTA
Alfa Romeo is seriously considering giving a hard time to the biggest German manufacturers. A V8 powered 159 GTA is currently under testings and will be unveiled next year at the Geneva Motor Show. When it will go on sale in early 2009 it will compete with the BMW M3, Audi RS4 and Mercedes C63 AMG.
Built as a successor for the 156 GTA, the 159 GTA (Gran Turismo Allegerita) will feature rear spoiler, unlike its predecessor, large low-profile tyres, slightly flared wheelarches, and side skirts.
But how will Alfa-Romeo build a 400 hp car, as until now they didn’t had this kind of powertrain? It is very easy actually: with a little help from Maserati-Ferrari.
So, under the hood there will be a 4.3 litre V8 engine built as an evolution of the 4.244 cc GranSport unit. The engine delivers around 440 bhp at 7000 rpm with 505 Nm of torque. And it only weights 183 kg. The very good news about this engine is that with minimum of modifications it can deliver more of 500 hp. But Alfa Romeo we keep the target under 420 hp, as the M3 delivers 414 hp.
The V8 engine will be mated with a wheel-drive system and, probably, sequencial gear. That is why the future Alfa Romeo 159 GTA has all the right characteristics to challenge without fear its aggressive German competitors: not only 400 horsepower, but also high handling quality and reliability!
The V8 engine will be mounted transversely similar to the old Lancia Thema 8.32. Compared to the standard 159 it will loose 130 kg. Part of the weight reduction are going to be high-performance parts such as Brembo CCM (Composite Ceramic Material) brakes, used only in high performance cars such as the Ferrari F430.
The 2009 159 GTA will make the 0 to 60 mph sprint in less than 4 seconds and its top speed will be limited to 155 mph.
2008 BMW M3
The first M3 produced 192 hp from its 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine during its 1988-1991 model year run. A legend was born and Americans embraced the high-rpm, naturally-aspirated M concept. The next generation arrived in 1995 with a 3.0-liter (and later, 3.2-liter) 240-hp inline-six powerplant. In 1997 the first M3 Sedan joined the family and the first M3 Convertible followed shortly thereafter. The most-recent version, available as either a coupe or convertible from 2001-2006, again was offered with six-cylinder power, this time providing 333 hp from its 3.2 liters. This vehicle was BMW’s first use of SMG (Sequential Manual Gearbox) for the US market.
The move to eight cylinders in the fourth generation BMW M3 provides a powerplant offering the seemingly disparate characteristics of more power, increased efficiency and reduced weight when compared with the previous six-cylinder M3 engine. Displacing 3,999 cubic centimeters (4.0 liters), the new light-alloy engine produces 414 hp at 8,300 rpm and 295 pound-feet of torque at 3,900 rpm with 85 percent of the maximum torque available consistently through 6,500 rpm. This power output represents a 15-percent increase over the six-cylinder from the last generation M3 and it comes with an eight-percent fuel-economy improvement when compared to its predecessor. Compression ratio is dialed in to 12.0:1 and redline is set at 8,400 rpm.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Now there is the new, outwardly the BMW M3 Coupe used, but a separate car. Four out of five parts were for the new type of the M revised. Comment a test driver: one wonders how much better than its predecessor, this car after five years of development has become.
BMW M3 Coupe New
The legend lives - better than ever. Again, it is the package that convinced. Force fed, a well on the racetrack convincing chassis, a good direction, but surprisingly a lot of comfort and touch of luxury, the man in a BMW expected. All this gives a sense of security - at low speeds, fast curves and at top speed. Carefree race, you could call it, when the term "race" is not as negative evidence.
BMW M3 Coupe New
As much as the first appearance of applause, now with the details. Lightweight was the motto for the development of the new 3er M. exterior sign of this is the black plastics roof with 15 kilograms less weight than the usual steel roof. This helps not only in the process towards its predecessor only 80 kilograms higher unladen weight of 1,655 kilograms, it reduces the focus.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Those may be consolation to say that the sliding weight is not the only part. Thus, the suspension almost completely of aluminum was due to the low unsprung mass at the wheels and the increased comfort. The hood is such a lightweight part. Engine: from 3,500 revolutions per minute (rpm) to 6,500 rpm., Stands almost the entire maximum torque of 400 Newton metres available.
BMW M3 Coupe New Interior
BMW M3 Coupe New
The Cathedral and the huge air intakes front of the imposing shape the image of the BMW M3 Coupe from the front. Gills on the hood and on the side, the unusually shaped, two-makers held mirrors and a rear concise.
BMW M3 Coupe New
From the inside, there are no surprises to report: the usual dashboard with two ledges, in the middle of the screen for Naviagation and control of many functions, one left for speed and speed. But the tachometer the maximum speed varies. If the engine still cold, wanders the displayed speed limit down.
BMW M3 Coupe New Engine
BMW M3 Coupe New
The seats carry much for ride comfort. You are comfortable and yet provide much lateral support, because the cheeks of the seat and backrest adjustment. For the rest of the good feeling that this vehicle to master, the crisp six-speed transmission at the same circuit as the steering. There are not many steering systems on the market - perhaps none at all - similar to respond spontaneously, as accurately, and the driver the road mediate contact, which the Sporting dreams.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Underline is exacerbated by the low side slope. If the lateral acceleration 1 g makes coming to the M only by five degrees to the side. The result of this package is driving like on rails.
BMW M3 Coupe New
A high degree of passive and active safety may be at an BMW M3 Coupe require. At ESP, the BMW M3 Coupe yes unnecessarily the other names DSC bears, we can choose between three levels. A second stage is the allusion to a drift. But even with the third stage known as "DSC off" for the racetrack, the electronics still a protective hand on the driver. A complete departure is prevented at the last second.
BMW M3 Coupe New
The heart of the M package is the new eight-cylinder V-engine, from the ten-cylinder arose. Who is it the typical eight-bubble expected to be disappointed? This engine sounds like the much-praised series of six-cylinder from the house of BMW M3 Coupe.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Compared with the old six, the eight-cylinder 17 percent more power (309 kW / 420 hp), a seven percent lower weight and eight percent less consumption. The average consumption for the EU standard is 12.4 litres Super plus. So much needs the 70 hp weaker Audi Coupe S5 roughly even.
BMW M3 Coupe New
The trunk has the coupe too. With 430 litres corresponds to the expectations of this vehicle class. Everything has its price - at the BMW M3 Coupe is this from 78,900 euros. A look into the surcharge list shows that it is probably only in the rarest cases are continuing. But the price does not change the fact that the M-Company with the coupe real piece gusto succeeded.
BMW M3 Coupe New
The legend lives - better than ever. Again, it is the package that convinced. Force fed, a well on the racetrack convincing chassis, a good direction, but surprisingly a lot of comfort and touch of luxury, the man in a BMW expected. All this gives a sense of security - at low speeds, fast curves and at top speed. Carefree race, you could call it, when the term "race" is not as negative evidence.
BMW M3 Coupe New
As much as the first appearance of applause, now with the details. Lightweight was the motto for the development of the new 3er M. exterior sign of this is the black plastics roof with 15 kilograms less weight than the usual steel roof. This helps not only in the process towards its predecessor only 80 kilograms higher unladen weight of 1,655 kilograms, it reduces the focus.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Those may be consolation to say that the sliding weight is not the only part. Thus, the suspension almost completely of aluminum was due to the low unsprung mass at the wheels and the increased comfort. The hood is such a lightweight part. Engine: from 3,500 revolutions per minute (rpm) to 6,500 rpm., Stands almost the entire maximum torque of 400 Newton metres available.
BMW M3 Coupe New Interior
BMW M3 Coupe New
The Cathedral and the huge air intakes front of the imposing shape the image of the BMW M3 Coupe from the front. Gills on the hood and on the side, the unusually shaped, two-makers held mirrors and a rear concise.
BMW M3 Coupe New
From the inside, there are no surprises to report: the usual dashboard with two ledges, in the middle of the screen for Naviagation and control of many functions, one left for speed and speed. But the tachometer the maximum speed varies. If the engine still cold, wanders the displayed speed limit down.
BMW M3 Coupe New Engine
BMW M3 Coupe New
The seats carry much for ride comfort. You are comfortable and yet provide much lateral support, because the cheeks of the seat and backrest adjustment. For the rest of the good feeling that this vehicle to master, the crisp six-speed transmission at the same circuit as the steering. There are not many steering systems on the market - perhaps none at all - similar to respond spontaneously, as accurately, and the driver the road mediate contact, which the Sporting dreams.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Underline is exacerbated by the low side slope. If the lateral acceleration 1 g makes coming to the M only by five degrees to the side. The result of this package is driving like on rails.
BMW M3 Coupe New
A high degree of passive and active safety may be at an BMW M3 Coupe require. At ESP, the BMW M3 Coupe yes unnecessarily the other names DSC bears, we can choose between three levels. A second stage is the allusion to a drift. But even with the third stage known as "DSC off" for the racetrack, the electronics still a protective hand on the driver. A complete departure is prevented at the last second.
BMW M3 Coupe New
The heart of the M package is the new eight-cylinder V-engine, from the ten-cylinder arose. Who is it the typical eight-bubble expected to be disappointed? This engine sounds like the much-praised series of six-cylinder from the house of BMW M3 Coupe.
BMW M3 Coupe New
Compared with the old six, the eight-cylinder 17 percent more power (309 kW / 420 hp), a seven percent lower weight and eight percent less consumption. The average consumption for the EU standard is 12.4 litres Super plus. So much needs the 70 hp weaker Audi Coupe S5 roughly even.
BMW M3 Coupe New
The trunk has the coupe too. With 430 litres corresponds to the expectations of this vehicle class. Everything has its price - at the BMW M3 Coupe is this from 78,900 euros. A look into the surcharge list shows that it is probably only in the rarest cases are continuing. But the price does not change the fact that the M-Company with the coupe real piece gusto succeeded.
BMW X5 New
BMW X5 is the second-generation SUVs. Like its predecessor, it will in Spartanburg built. Its official premiere was at the Los Angeles Motor Show at the end of November, 2007.
BMW X5 New
Top engine is a V8 engine with a 4.8-litre engine capacity and a maximum torque of 475 Newton metres and 261 kW/355 hp. 6.5 seconds for the acceleration from zero to 100 km / h, BMW here, the maximum speed is electronically to 240 km / h limit.
BMW X5 New
The consumption in the EU test cycle 12.5 litres per 100 kilometres superstores. The well-known three-litre diesel with 170 kW/231 hp and 520 Nm brings it to 216 km / h maximum speed. With the program is also to launch the three-liter 6-cylinder gasoline engine with 200 kW/272 hp and 315 Nm.
BMW X5 New
Series, the power transmission over a further development of six-speed automatic gearbox. The operation of the automatic transmission is also on a first presented electronic gear selector switch. This corresponds to the circuitry in a normal automatic arrangement, but the election runs counter after each activity to its initial position. The control of the gearbox is not mechanically but through electrical signals. The park will position by pressure on the P-button at the top of the switch is inserted.
BMW X5 New Interior
BMW X5 New
With the equipment, there is everything beautiful and expensive. Head-Up Display, Xenon headlamps with curves, several interior combinations in wood, aluminum and leather, DVD-video system, reversing camera or the advanced IDrive favorites with eight buttons.
BMW X5 New
With a length of 4854 and a width of 1933 mm, the new BMW X5 exceeds the dimensions of his predecessor. Important features of the larger interior, stronger engines, and a further-developed four-wheel drive. Up to seven occupants to be on three rows of seats place, even the back should be persons to 1.70 meters in size, sit bearable.
BMW X5 New Engine
BMW X5 New
The BMW X5 dominated his predecessor in the foreign length to just under 19 centimeters, and about six centimeters in width. It was still variable interior design. The total volume of the luggage area was VDA norm of 110 litres to 620 litres for the five-enlarged version. Will the asymmetric divisible back seat of the second row of seats completely turned on, the jam volume to 1750 litres (+ 200 litres compared predecessor).
BMW X5 New
As the first vehicle in its class, the BMW X5 with an optional active steering equipment. Up to a speed of about 90 km / h dominated a direct driving behaviour, at higher speeds is the translation of the assets on the other hand, indirect steering designed for a sovereign straight run, and thus the driving comfort.
BMW X5 New
Also unique in this segment is the coordinated control of stabilizers and shock absorbers on the optional Adaptive Drive. With the help of sensors and calculates Adaptive Drive permanently data on speed, steering angle, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, deployment and height stands. Based on this information, both the swing motors stabilizers, as well as the electromagnetic valves controlled by the shock. This allows side slope and damping anytime Situational regulated. By key press can vary between a sports ground and a comfortable setting.
BMW X5 New
About Works was also the all-wheel drive X-Drive: In normal driving situations, the drive torque in the ratio of 40: 60 between the front and rear wheels. Once the driving situation or the underground nature requires it, the force is variable. About a distributor gear with electronically controlled clutch slats directs it is the driving force of the engine is always there, where they are used most effectively.
BMW X5 New
Even with complete loss of pressure, they allow the onward journey. With a maximum speed of 80 km / h can still laden vehicle up to 150 kilometers. Standard owns the vehicle now 18 inch light alloy wheels with 255/55 tyres dimension. Optional are also alloy rims in the formats 19 and 20-inch tires available with sizes up to 275/40 front and 315/35 rear.
BMW X5 New
Top engine is a V8 engine with a 4.8-litre engine capacity and a maximum torque of 475 Newton metres and 261 kW/355 hp. 6.5 seconds for the acceleration from zero to 100 km / h, BMW here, the maximum speed is electronically to 240 km / h limit.
BMW X5 New
The consumption in the EU test cycle 12.5 litres per 100 kilometres superstores. The well-known three-litre diesel with 170 kW/231 hp and 520 Nm brings it to 216 km / h maximum speed. With the program is also to launch the three-liter 6-cylinder gasoline engine with 200 kW/272 hp and 315 Nm.
BMW X5 New
Series, the power transmission over a further development of six-speed automatic gearbox. The operation of the automatic transmission is also on a first presented electronic gear selector switch. This corresponds to the circuitry in a normal automatic arrangement, but the election runs counter after each activity to its initial position. The control of the gearbox is not mechanically but through electrical signals. The park will position by pressure on the P-button at the top of the switch is inserted.
BMW X5 New Interior
BMW X5 New
With the equipment, there is everything beautiful and expensive. Head-Up Display, Xenon headlamps with curves, several interior combinations in wood, aluminum and leather, DVD-video system, reversing camera or the advanced IDrive favorites with eight buttons.
BMW X5 New
With a length of 4854 and a width of 1933 mm, the new BMW X5 exceeds the dimensions of his predecessor. Important features of the larger interior, stronger engines, and a further-developed four-wheel drive. Up to seven occupants to be on three rows of seats place, even the back should be persons to 1.70 meters in size, sit bearable.
BMW X5 New Engine
BMW X5 New
The BMW X5 dominated his predecessor in the foreign length to just under 19 centimeters, and about six centimeters in width. It was still variable interior design. The total volume of the luggage area was VDA norm of 110 litres to 620 litres for the five-enlarged version. Will the asymmetric divisible back seat of the second row of seats completely turned on, the jam volume to 1750 litres (+ 200 litres compared predecessor).
BMW X5 New
As the first vehicle in its class, the BMW X5 with an optional active steering equipment. Up to a speed of about 90 km / h dominated a direct driving behaviour, at higher speeds is the translation of the assets on the other hand, indirect steering designed for a sovereign straight run, and thus the driving comfort.
BMW X5 New
Also unique in this segment is the coordinated control of stabilizers and shock absorbers on the optional Adaptive Drive. With the help of sensors and calculates Adaptive Drive permanently data on speed, steering angle, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, deployment and height stands. Based on this information, both the swing motors stabilizers, as well as the electromagnetic valves controlled by the shock. This allows side slope and damping anytime Situational regulated. By key press can vary between a sports ground and a comfortable setting.
BMW X5 New
About Works was also the all-wheel drive X-Drive: In normal driving situations, the drive torque in the ratio of 40: 60 between the front and rear wheels. Once the driving situation or the underground nature requires it, the force is variable. About a distributor gear with electronically controlled clutch slats directs it is the driving force of the engine is always there, where they are used most effectively.
BMW X5 New
Even with complete loss of pressure, they allow the onward journey. With a maximum speed of 80 km / h can still laden vehicle up to 150 kilometers. Standard owns the vehicle now 18 inch light alloy wheels with 255/55 tyres dimension. Optional are also alloy rims in the formats 19 and 20-inch tires available with sizes up to 275/40 front and 315/35 rear.
2008 BMW M3
While in Europe I was immersed in BMW's and Audi's all over the streets. These were the cars of choice over there. This leads me to asking the question. Which one would you buy? 2008 BMW M3 or 2008 Audi RS4 ? That is thy the question. Contender #1: Audi stuffed a monster V-8 into it's hood producing 420 HP 0-60 approx 4.3 - 4.91 seconds depending on which magazine did the test drive. Contender #2 A disappearance in the last year and coming back in 2008 with a nose job(hood bump to contain the bigger engine) the BMW M3 with a V8 producing approx 420 hp as well. This car is so impressive compared to the last generation as it will be producing at least 115 more HP.
So far Audi has impressive performance with live numbers. Although my money will be on BMW as they have to much pride to just let Audi take it from them. The X-Factor that is finally coming to the states is the 2008 Nissan Skyline GTR! This machine is supposedly producing anywhere from 400 to 500 HP in a V-6 3.8 liter. 2008 400+ hp shootout should be very exciting.
TECHART wins sport auto Tuner Grand Prix 2008
TechArt cars at Tuner Grand Prix 2008
The sport auto Tuner Grand Prix in Hockenheim is the world’s biggest performance competition in the car tuning industry. With driver Jörg Hardt at the wheel, TECHART won the 2008 competition with its 700 PS / 515 kW TECHART GTstreet RS, produced in small series based on the Porsche GT2.
With a lap time of 1.06,811 minutes for the short course of the Hockenheim circuit, the TECHART driver Jörg Hardt won the GT class . TECHART’s overall victory at the sport auto Tuner Grand Prix 2008 again demonstrated the company’s unique positioning on the car enhancement market.
The specialists from Leonberg-Höfingen were able to draw on more than 20 years of experience when preparing the vehicle and modifying the Porsche vehicles from Zuffenhausen. In order to participate in the sport auto Tuner Grand Prix 2008, the black/white TECHART GTstreet RS was required to obtain certification to prove the vehicle’s road-worthiness. It was also required to meet the specific requirements set by editors of the sport auto magazine.
In addition to its powerful TECHART biturbo engine, with an output of 700 hp / 515 kW at 7,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 860 Nm at 4,500 revs, the height-adjustable sports suspension and tires were crucial to securing success in this competition.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Kia Soul Caught Undisguised & Interior Shots
For the first time, we see the Soul's interior in full glory, sans any tapes or coverings. From the pictures, the interior looks to be high in quality compared to its targeted rivals such as the Scion xB and Nissan Cube. Taking into thought the Soul's estimated starting price of under $20,000 and we have an impending success.
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