Monday, March 30, 2015
Mains Voltage Monitor
Many electronics hobbyists will have experienced the following: you try to finish a project late at night, and the mains supply fails. Whether that is caused by the electricity board or your carelessness isn’t really important. In any case, at such times you may find yourself without a torch or with flat batteries. There is no need to panic, as this circuit provides an emergency light. When the mains fails, the mains voltage monitor turns on five super bright LEDs, which are fed from a 9 V battery (NiCd or NiMH) or 7 AA cells. A buzzer has also been included, which should wake you from your sleep when the mains fails.
You obviously wouldn’t want to oversleep because your clock radio had reset, would you? When the mains voltage is present, the battery is charged via relay Re1, diode D8 and resistor R10. D8 prevents the battery voltage from powering the relay, and makes sure that the relay switches off when the mains voltage disappears. R10 is chosen such that the charging current of the battery is only a few milliamps. This current is small enough to prevent over-charging the battery. D6 acts as a mains indicator. When the relay turns off, IC1 receives power from the battery. The JK flip-flops are set via R12 and C4.
Circuit diagram:
Mains Voltage Monitor Circuit Diagram
This causes T1 and T2 to conduct, which turns on D1-D5 and the buzzer. When the push button is pressed, a clock pulse appears on the CLK input of flip-flop IC1b. The output then toggles and the LEDs turn off. At the same time IC1a is reset, which silences the buzzer. If you press the button again, the LEDs will turn on since IC1b receives another clock pulse. The buzzer remains off because IC1a stays in its reset state. R11, R3 and C3 help to debounce the push button signal. In this way the circuit can also be used as a torch, especially if a separate mains adapter is used as the power supply.
As soon as the mains voltage is restored, the relay turns on, the LEDs turn off and the battery starts charging. The function of R13 is to discharge C4, preparing the circuit for the next mishap. If mains failures are a regular occurrence, we recommend that you connect pairs of LEDs in series. The series resistors should then have a value of 100 ?. This reduces the current consumption and therefore extends the battery life. This proves very useful when the battery hasn’t recharged fully after the last time. In any case, you should buy the brightest LEDs you can get hold of. If the LEDs you use have a maximum current of 20 mA, you should double the value of the series resistors! You could also consider using white LEDs.
Source by : Streampowers
Sunday, March 29, 2015
2013 Toyota Verso Review
With the 2013 Toyota Verso has a family van in the offer that has already been distinguished by its generous space and the good price / performance ratio. The facelift brought the hitherto rather staid Van a good portion dynamics. Toyota has in fact especially the front section assumed that now follows the new design line Toyota and the Van is not only a very individual character, but it can also act as very high quality and sporty.
Verso with the popular 2.0-liter diesel engine with 124 hp elected in the upscale lounge facilities. Toyota Verso with ABS, ESP, 7 airbags, 17 "alloy wheels, xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, electrically adjustable, heated and foldable exterior mirrors, a parking aid front and rear, rear view camera, cruise control, electric windows front and rear, a front center armrest, the Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen, a 2-zone climate control, a cooled glove box, a CD radio with AUX-in and USB connection, 6 speakers and more much more.
The changes in the interior are down only slightly the facelift, but in sum, the revised Verso has a much higher quality. Was revised especially the center console, which now houses the new Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen. Moreover, the Verso has also received lots of chrome trim elements in the Lounge version, which gives the interior a sporty touch. On require some getting used to at first glance to be the center, but towards the driver-oriented fittings, but after a few meters you will find the positioning his favor.
After all, the Verso will look even more spacious, an impression which is perhaps enhanced by the large panoramic roof. Also, the operation of all functions is very simple, only the Toyota Touch system has many idiosyncratic logic. So it is for example not as easy wegzuschalten the traffic, here the driver must laboriously in any submenu and goes looking for it in danger of being equal to itself a report in Traffic.
No reason to complain when there is space available. The 446 cm long Van offers truly princely space. In two rows, larger people comfortably, and the trunk volume is also designed to be very family friendly with 484 liter capacity. At the request of the boot can be increased by folding the rear seats up to 1,575 liters. Many practical shelves round the positive impression of the interior further.
In addition to the interior of the 2.0-liter diesel also turns out as a family friend. The 124 hp (91 kW) engine may be gone from the start convincing with a pleasant smoothness and lively performance. Its maximum torque of 310 Nm, it provides 1600-2400 r / min. For the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h, the Verso 2.0 D-4D then needs 11.3 seconds, top speed is 185 km / h
The motor is especially suited to cross-country trips a good pulling power, which at low speed is too much power in high gears available. The manual 6-speed transmission also can be buttery soft switch and is translated rather long, so you can be on the road quite gearshift and yet economical.
Those who do not so often uses the liveliness of the engine, will come surely looking pretty close to the factory consumption of 4.9 liters. In normal driving mode, not at all hesitant acceleration and driving pleasure present, we have come in our test on 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers. The compact van that is also fun to drive and is very good on the road. To the great surprise are more sporty chassis and suspension tuned, without, however, have significant adverse effects on comfort.
The very light steering could indeed be a bit more direct, but when parking is very good. Through the large windows of the Verso is also very clear, when the parking aid parking maneuvers and the rear camera support in addition.
So the van loses its terror in the city and there is just so good to move as a small car. But as an ideal family transporter, he naturally shows its strengths on the long haul. The noise insulation is up to 110 km / h very good, but then raise the wind and road noise - as so often in Japanese cars that are geared towards other speed limits than ours.
In any case, the facelifted Toyota Verso has a very positive effect. He has kept its strengths, has improved in detail and can mainly has set a truly dynamic appearance. The generous space and good facilities in combination with the fair price can be sure not only the heart beat of the family head, even for the practical Van Company can be an alternative to other vehicles.
The economical diesel allows for very smooth performance, in combination with the suspension set for a car of this class a lot of fun.
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Verso with the popular 2.0-liter diesel engine with 124 hp elected in the upscale lounge facilities. Toyota Verso with ABS, ESP, 7 airbags, 17 "alloy wheels, xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, electrically adjustable, heated and foldable exterior mirrors, a parking aid front and rear, rear view camera, cruise control, electric windows front and rear, a front center armrest, the Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen, a 2-zone climate control, a cooled glove box, a CD radio with AUX-in and USB connection, 6 speakers and more much more.
The changes in the interior are down only slightly the facelift, but in sum, the revised Verso has a much higher quality. Was revised especially the center console, which now houses the new Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen. Moreover, the Verso has also received lots of chrome trim elements in the Lounge version, which gives the interior a sporty touch. On require some getting used to at first glance to be the center, but towards the driver-oriented fittings, but after a few meters you will find the positioning his favor.
After all, the Verso will look even more spacious, an impression which is perhaps enhanced by the large panoramic roof. Also, the operation of all functions is very simple, only the Toyota Touch system has many idiosyncratic logic. So it is for example not as easy wegzuschalten the traffic, here the driver must laboriously in any submenu and goes looking for it in danger of being equal to itself a report in Traffic.
No reason to complain when there is space available. The 446 cm long Van offers truly princely space. In two rows, larger people comfortably, and the trunk volume is also designed to be very family friendly with 484 liter capacity. At the request of the boot can be increased by folding the rear seats up to 1,575 liters. Many practical shelves round the positive impression of the interior further.
In addition to the interior of the 2.0-liter diesel also turns out as a family friend. The 124 hp (91 kW) engine may be gone from the start convincing with a pleasant smoothness and lively performance. Its maximum torque of 310 Nm, it provides 1600-2400 r / min. For the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h, the Verso 2.0 D-4D then needs 11.3 seconds, top speed is 185 km / h
The motor is especially suited to cross-country trips a good pulling power, which at low speed is too much power in high gears available. The manual 6-speed transmission also can be buttery soft switch and is translated rather long, so you can be on the road quite gearshift and yet economical.
Those who do not so often uses the liveliness of the engine, will come surely looking pretty close to the factory consumption of 4.9 liters. In normal driving mode, not at all hesitant acceleration and driving pleasure present, we have come in our test on 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers. The compact van that is also fun to drive and is very good on the road. To the great surprise are more sporty chassis and suspension tuned, without, however, have significant adverse effects on comfort.
The very light steering could indeed be a bit more direct, but when parking is very good. Through the large windows of the Verso is also very clear, when the parking aid parking maneuvers and the rear camera support in addition.
So the van loses its terror in the city and there is just so good to move as a small car. But as an ideal family transporter, he naturally shows its strengths on the long haul. The noise insulation is up to 110 km / h very good, but then raise the wind and road noise - as so often in Japanese cars that are geared towards other speed limits than ours.
In any case, the facelifted Toyota Verso has a very positive effect. He has kept its strengths, has improved in detail and can mainly has set a truly dynamic appearance. The generous space and good facilities in combination with the fair price can be sure not only the heart beat of the family head, even for the practical Van Company can be an alternative to other vehicles.
The economical diesel allows for very smooth performance, in combination with the suspension set for a car of this class a lot of fun.
New Suzuki Alto SZ L Special Edition for UK Buyers
Wallpapers of New Suzuki Alto SZ-L
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A new special edition version of the Suzuki Alto has been released in Britain. Featuring various cosmetic and equipment upgrades, the SZ-L model is available in a limited number of 500 units, priced at £8,170 a piece.Offered in either Superior White or Bright Red non metallic colours, the Alto SZ-L is based on the SZ3 mid grade model with air conditioning, pollen filter and side airbags fitted as standard equipment. Exterior upgrades include unique wheel caps, black fog lamp surrounds and black B pillar trims as well as SZ-L embossed tailgate trim and black side mouldings.
New Suzuki Alto SZ-L Interior
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New Suzuki Alto SZ-L Interior
- The SZ-L gains carpet mats
- Silver coloured trim for gearshift knob,
- Side ventilation louvres and door openers,
- Plus body-colored surrounds for the heater controls,
- Gear lever and door handles.
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2013 New Ford Ranger
Ford has a long tradition in the pick-up segment, which extends back to 1917. Instead of pure workhorse of modern pick-ups but are much more lifestyle-made cars, which have retained the old qualities.
The best example is the all- 2013 new Ford Ranger, the charge-quality cars and brings comfort to a common denominator. Gone are the days of the cane-brake and hand the Spartan interior with truck-feeling.
In the style of the brand is how the new Ranger in "kinetic design" and has been at first very high quality and modern. The interior benefits from a stylish design and is located on an average passenger car, as far as features and convenience.
As standard, the Ranger has been here about the new all-wheel drive, which can be switched up to a speed of 120 km / h. For extreme terrain there is then the knob for the four-wheel drive position "4L", which leads to its reduction to the Ranger and through difficult terrain.
On board, a hill-start assist, a hill descent control, an emergency brake assist, ESP, ABS, a trailer stabilization, 7 airbags, audio system, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors and electric windows in front.
Excluding Double Cab XLT trim levels, the three higher, Limited and Wildtrak is available. The XLT comes standard with the 2.2 liter TDCi already with 150 hp (110 kW) on the market and can also be combined with an automatic transmission.
also be looking forward more than a higher-quality audio system with 4.2 "multi-function display, a 2-zone automatic climate control, electrically folding exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable driver seat, leather seats, park distance control rear and 17" alloy wheels.
st.) at the dealer and have the 3.2 liter TDCi 200 PS (147 kW) under the hood, and additionally the Ford navigation system with 5 "monitor, roof rails, 18" alloy wheels, a rear-view camera and part-leather seats Wildtrak decor on board.
For a first outing, we have chosen the 150-horsepower diesel engine in combination with the limited equipment. The 535.9 cm grown pick-up gives the same ambience as the sporty Ford car models designed fittings and good clarity characterize the cockpit of Ranger.
With the comfortable leather seats, front center armrest and a separately adjustable climate control also has plenty of luxury you on board. Unfortunately, the beautiful leather steering wheel and not only in height adjustable in length, which spoils the overall impression of something positive.
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The best example is the all- 2013 new Ford Ranger, the charge-quality cars and brings comfort to a common denominator. Gone are the days of the cane-brake and hand the Spartan interior with truck-feeling.
In the style of the brand is how the new Ranger in "kinetic design" and has been at first very high quality and modern. The interior benefits from a stylish design and is located on an average passenger car, as far as features and convenience.
As standard, the Ranger has been here about the new all-wheel drive, which can be switched up to a speed of 120 km / h. For extreme terrain there is then the knob for the four-wheel drive position "4L", which leads to its reduction to the Ranger and through difficult terrain.
On board, a hill-start assist, a hill descent control, an emergency brake assist, ESP, ABS, a trailer stabilization, 7 airbags, audio system, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors and electric windows in front.
Excluding Double Cab XLT trim levels, the three higher, Limited and Wildtrak is available. The XLT comes standard with the 2.2 liter TDCi already with 150 hp (110 kW) on the market and can also be combined with an automatic transmission.
also be looking forward more than a higher-quality audio system with 4.2 "multi-function display, a 2-zone automatic climate control, electrically folding exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable driver seat, leather seats, park distance control rear and 17" alloy wheels.
st.) at the dealer and have the 3.2 liter TDCi 200 PS (147 kW) under the hood, and additionally the Ford navigation system with 5 "monitor, roof rails, 18" alloy wheels, a rear-view camera and part-leather seats Wildtrak decor on board.
For a first outing, we have chosen the 150-horsepower diesel engine in combination with the limited equipment. The 535.9 cm grown pick-up gives the same ambience as the sporty Ford car models designed fittings and good clarity characterize the cockpit of Ranger.
With the comfortable leather seats, front center armrest and a separately adjustable climate control also has plenty of luxury you on board. Unfortunately, the beautiful leather steering wheel and not only in height adjustable in length, which spoils the overall impression of something positive.
Fiat Punto Evo Abarth Features Specification Photos Reviews
The abarth powered by Powertain technologies with 1.4 liter 4 cylinder 16 valve multiair engine provide 165 bhp max power with body type hatchback , five passenger capacity i n EVO Abarth Fiat. This fiat can speed acceleratin for 0-60 mph in just 7.9 seconds and top speed 132 Mph.
For fuel economy of abarth 47 mpg average and total cost of this Fiat Punto Evo Abarth approx Euro 16,500.
For fuel economy of abarth 47 mpg average and total cost of this Fiat Punto Evo Abarth approx Euro 16,500.
Saturday, March 28, 2015
Top 20 Best Selling SUVs In America December 2014
The Honda CR-V led all SUVs and crossovers in December 2014, just as it did on the year as a whole. The CR-V ended 2014 28,807 sales ahead of the second-ranked Ford Escape, a big leap from the 7911-unit gap with which it ended 2013.
• Americas 25 Best-Selling SUVs/Crossovers In 2014
For the fourth consecutive month, the Cherokee led all Jeeps. There were four Jeeps in Americas top 18 plus one Dodge.
• U.S. Vehicle Sales Rankings By Model - December 2014 Year End
• U.S. SUV/Crossover Sales Rankings By Model - December 2014 Year End
GM contributed four nameplates, Ford two, Toyota/Lexus three, Hyundai-Kia two, Nissan and Subaru one each, and another Honda to join the CR-V.
Historical monthly and yearly sales figures for any of these best-selling SUVs and crossovers can always be accessed through the dropdown menu at GCBCs Sales Stats page, and for those not viewing the mobile version of this site, near the top right of this page, as well. GoodCarBadCar has already published the list of Americas best-selling trucks in December and will shortly publish the list of Americas 20 best-selling cars.
January 2015 • November 2014 • December 2013
Source: Automakers
* The Subaru Outback (up 34% to 14,772 in December; up 18% to 138,790 in 2014) is listed with best-selling cars.
RECOMMENDED READING
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - January 2015
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - November 2014
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - December 2013
U.S. Auto Sales Brand Rankings - December 2014 & Year End
Top 13 Best-Selling Trucks In America - December 2014 & Year End
Top 20 Best-Selling Cars In America - December 2014
Top 25 Best-Selling SUVs In America - 2014 Year End
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• Americas 25 Best-Selling SUVs/Crossovers In 2014
For the fourth consecutive month, the Cherokee led all Jeeps. There were four Jeeps in Americas top 18 plus one Dodge.
• U.S. Vehicle Sales Rankings By Model - December 2014 Year End
• U.S. SUV/Crossover Sales Rankings By Model - December 2014 Year End
GM contributed four nameplates, Ford two, Toyota/Lexus three, Hyundai-Kia two, Nissan and Subaru one each, and another Honda to join the CR-V.
Historical monthly and yearly sales figures for any of these best-selling SUVs and crossovers can always be accessed through the dropdown menu at GCBCs Sales Stats page, and for those not viewing the mobile version of this site, near the top right of this page, as well. GoodCarBadCar has already published the list of Americas best-selling trucks in December and will shortly publish the list of Americas 20 best-selling cars.
January 2015 • November 2014 • December 2013
Rank | Best-Selling SUV/Crossover | December 2014 | December 2013 | % Change | 2014 | 2013 | % Change |
#1 | Honda CR-V | 32,369 | 28,759 | 12.6% | 335,019 | 303,904 | 10.2% |
#2 | Ford Escape | 25,603 | 24,462 | 4.7% | 306,212 | 295,993 | 3.5% |
#3 | Toyota RAV4 | 22,997 | 20,970 | 9.7% | 267,698 | 218,249 | 22.7% |
#4 | Chevrolet Equinox | 21,298 | 17,212 | 23.7% | 242,242 | 238,192 | 1.7% |
#5 | Ford Explorer | 18,464 | 16,907 | 9.2% | 209,994 | 192,397 | 9.1% |
#6 | Jeep Cherokee | 17,715 | 15,038 | 17.8% | 178,508 | 25,786 | 592% |
#7 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 17,176 | 16,517 | 4.0% | 183,786 | 174,275 | 5.5% |
#8 | Subaru Forester | 15,163 | 13,229 | 14.6% | 159,953 | 123,592 | 29.4% |
#9 | Toyota Highlander | 15,019 | 12,344 | 21.7% | 146,127 | 127,572 | 14.5% |
#10 | Nissan Rogue | 14,879 | 14,676 | 1.4% | 199,199 | 162,751 | 22.4% |
#11 | Jeep Wrangler | 14,003 | 12,028 | 16.4% | 175,328 | 155,502 | 12.7% |
#12 | Lexus RX | 13,625 | 13,169 | 3.5% | 107,490 | 103,920 | 3.4% |
#13 | Honda Pilot | 11,479 | 8971 | 28.0% | 108,857 | 126,678 | -14.1% |
#14 | Chevrolet Tahoe | 11,259 | 8646 | 30.2% | 97,726 | 83,502 | 17.0% |
#15 | GMC Terrain | 11,032 | 7998 | 37.9% | 105,016 | 99,525 | 5.5% |
#16 | Hyundai Santa Fe | 10,395 | 8249 | 26.0% | 107,906 | 88,844 | 21.5% |
#17 | Kia Sorento | 9688 | 7482 | 29.5% | 102,520 | 105,649 | -3.0% |
#18 | Jeep Patriot | 9434 | 6158 | 53.2% | 93,462 | 75,797 | 23.3% |
#19 | Chevrolet Traverse | 8654 | 7802 | 10.0% | 103,943 | 96,467 | 7.7% |
#20 | Dodge Journey | 8421 | 7616 | 10.6% | 93,572 | 83,933 | 11.5% |
* The Subaru Outback (up 34% to 14,772 in December; up 18% to 138,790 in 2014) is listed with best-selling cars.
RECOMMENDED READING
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - January 2015
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - November 2014
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - December 2013
U.S. Auto Sales Brand Rankings - December 2014 & Year End
Top 13 Best-Selling Trucks In America - December 2014 & Year End
Top 20 Best-Selling Cars In America - December 2014
Top 25 Best-Selling SUVs In America - 2014 Year End
Minivan Sales In Canada October 2014 YTD
Canadian sales of the Dodge Grand Caravan grew 9% in October 2014, the Grand Caravans 14th consecutive month of improved year-over-year volume.
• Canada Vehicle Sales Rankings By Model - October 2014 YTD
Combined, the Grand Caravan and its Chrysler twin, the Town & Country, accounted for 59.4% of Canadas minivan market and 66.4% of Canadas "full-size" minivan market, up from 56.1% and 65.7% a year ago.
Meanwhile, the trio of smaller MPVs from Chevrolet, Kia, and Mazda combined for a 26% decline in October to just 723 units. This means the whole sub-segment was outsold not only by the Grand Caravan but by the Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey, as well. Both those latter vans posted modest increases in October.
Not so modest, at least on a percentage scale, was the new Kia Sedonas 174% leap. That gain, a meaningful one, equalled 82 extra Sedona sales for Kias Canadian stores. But keep in mind, the far more trivial-sounding 9% increase at Dodge translated to 322 extra sales.
You can click any model name in the tables below to find historical monthly and yearly Canadian auto sales data. You can also select a make and model at GCBCs Sales Stats page. This table is now sortable, so you can rank minivans any which way you like. Suggestions on how GCBC should break down segments can be passed on through the Contact page.
Click Column Headers To Sort • November 2014 • September 2014 • October 2013
Source: Automakers & ANDC
RECOMMENDED READING
Minivan Sales In Canada - November 2014 YTD
Minivan Sales In Canada - September 2014 YTD
Minivan Sales In Canada - October 2013 YTD
Canada Auto Sales Brand Rankings - October 2014 YTD
Commercial Van Sales In Canada - October 2014 YTD
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In Canada - October 2014
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• Canada Vehicle Sales Rankings By Model - October 2014 YTD
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Meanwhile, the trio of smaller MPVs from Chevrolet, Kia, and Mazda combined for a 26% decline in October to just 723 units. This means the whole sub-segment was outsold not only by the Grand Caravan but by the Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey, as well. Both those latter vans posted modest increases in October.
Not so modest, at least on a percentage scale, was the new Kia Sedonas 174% leap. That gain, a meaningful one, equalled 82 extra Sedona sales for Kias Canadian stores. But keep in mind, the far more trivial-sounding 9% increase at Dodge translated to 322 extra sales.
You can click any model name in the tables below to find historical monthly and yearly Canadian auto sales data. You can also select a make and model at GCBCs Sales Stats page. This table is now sortable, so you can rank minivans any which way you like. Suggestions on how GCBC should break down segments can be passed on through the Contact page.
Click Column Headers To Sort • November 2014 • September 2014 • October 2013
Minivan | October 2014 | October 2013 | % Change | 2014 YTD | 2013 YTD | % Change |
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Chevrolet Orlando | 83 | 123 | -32.5% | 1283 | 2114 | -39.3% |
Chrysler Town & Country | 256 | 267 | -4.1% | 8100 | 7870 | 2.9% |
Dodge Grand Caravan | 3798 | 3476 | 9.3% | 45,018 | 40,173 | 12.1% |
Honda Odyssey | 950 | 942 | 0.8% | 10,055 | 8658 | 16.1% |
Kia Rondo | 385 | 644 | -40.2% | 4962 | 5228 | -5.1% |
Kia Sedona | 129 | 47 | 174% | 514 | 676 | -24.0% |
Mazda 5 | 255 | 206 | 23.8% | 3360 | 3183 | 5.6% |
Nissan Quest | --- | 27 | -100% | 63 | 631 | -90.0% |
Toyota Sienna | 970 | 939 | 3.3% | 10,008 | 10,185 | -1.7% |
Volkswagen Routan | --- | --- | --- | --- | 100 | -100% |
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Orlando/Rondo/5 | 723 | 973 | -25.7% | 9605 | 10,525 | -8.7% |
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T&C/DGC/Odyssey/Sedona Quest/Sienna/Routan | 6103 | 5698 | 7.1% | 73,758 | 68,293 | 8.0% |
--- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
Total | 6826 | 6671 | 2.3% | 83,363 | 78,818 | 5.8% |
RECOMMENDED READING
Minivan Sales In Canada - November 2014 YTD
Minivan Sales In Canada - September 2014 YTD
Minivan Sales In Canada - October 2013 YTD
Canada Auto Sales Brand Rankings - October 2014 YTD
Commercial Van Sales In Canada - October 2014 YTD
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In Canada - October 2014
2012 TOYOTA YARIS VITZ REVIEW
2012 TOYOTA YARIS | VITZ REVIEW
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In Japan, Toyota Yaris or third-generation Vitz has been marketed since December last year. While in Indonesia, leaks of PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM), Toyota car manufacturers in Indonesia, when confirmed signal 2012. "Were still studying it, the possibility can enter the first half of next year," said Rahmat Samulo, Head of Sales Division to Kompas.com TAM, recently.
When mentioned about the price, "can not talk now," said Samulo. Although late, the launch of the Yaris "facelift" stay logged in TAM program because competitors have launched the new Honda Jazz in the second quarter of 2011.
Vitz is marketed in Japan with the design of new front and rear lights, including bumpers and body curvature. Then, its dimensions, especially for long 3750 mm on the previous model, now becomes 3.885mm. Turning radius (turn) is smaller than 3.7 meters to 4.5 meters.
This hatchback in Japan equipped with three engine choices, starting from 1,000 cc, 1,300 cc and 1,500 cc, all of whom claimed fuel economy because the system equipped with idling stop & start.
Friday, March 27, 2015
2012 Kiat Esemka
KIAT ESEMKA
Prototype car has dipinjampakaikan to the City Government (City Government) Solo to be used as the official car of the mayor. "If the prototype is expensive, but when they could be mass produced very cheaply," he said during the handover of the car Kiat Solo Esemka at City Hall.
The price is certainly cheap for a car classified as type Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with a capacity of 1500 cc.
Solo Mayor Joko Widodo said, as a prefix, the new car will be used as the official car of the mayor and deputy mayor first. However, he did not rule out local car will be produced in bulk. "If permission sudh complete, it could be the industry. Components made a cottage industry, dirakitnya at the factory by a vocational school children," he continued.
Car Tips Esemka a local car work SMK children in Solo in cooperation with the automobile assembly company, Motor Ways in Klaten district.
Engine: 1,500 cc DOHC multi-point injection hp@5.500 powered 105 rpm, maximum torque 145 rpm Nm@4.100.
Model: SUV
dimensions:
Length: 5.035 meters
Width: 1.65 meters
Height: 1.43 meters
Capacity: 7 passengers
Features: Power steering, central lock, power windows, dual AC cabin
Wheels: Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
Engine: 4x4 (four-wheel drive)
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Exterior
Body
Comfort
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Body
- Rear spoiler
- Alloy wheels
- 18 x 8.0 in. wheels
- Steel spare wheel
- P255/55R18 104H tires
- All season tires
- Underbody mounted spare tire
- Temporary spare tire
- Variable intermittent wipers
- Privacy glass
- Rear defogger
- Intermittent rear wiper
- Power glass sunroof
- Remote sunroof operation
- Auxiliary transmission fluid cooler
- Fixed lifgate window
- Rear power liftgate door
- Cargo tie downs
- Trailer wiring
- Width: 78.5 in.
- Height: 68.2 in.
- Length: 191.6 in.
- Ground clearance: 8.2 in.
- Front track: 67.7 in.
- Rear track: 67.5 in.
- Wheel base: 108.3 in.
- Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 15.0 cu.ft.
- Maximum cargo capacity: 83.5 cu.ft.
- Maximum towing capacity: 5000 lbs.
- Curb weight: 4594 lbs.
- Angle of approach: 22.2 degrees
- Angle of departure: 23.8 degrees
Mechanical
Engine & Performance- Base engine size: 3.7 L
- Cam type: Single overhead cam (SOHC)
- Cylinders: V6
- Valves: 24
- Valve timing: Variable
- Torque: 270 ft-lbs. @ 4500 rpm
- Horsepower: 300 hp @ 6300 rpm
- Turning circle: 37.6 ft.
- Base engine type: gas
- Drive type: all wheel drive
- Mechanical center differential
- Transmission: 6-speed shiftable automatic
- Center and rear limited slip differential
- Brake hill holder
- MacPherson strut front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension
- Four-wheel independent suspension
- Front and rear stabilizer bar
- Fuel type: gas
- Fuel type: premium unleaded (required)
- Fuel tank capacity: 21.0 gal.
- Range in miles (cty/hwy): 336.0/441.0 mi.
- EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy): 16/21 mpg
Safety
Safety & Security
- 4-wheel ABS
- Front, rear and third row head airbags
- Dual front side-mounted airbags
- Child seat anchors
- Remote anti-theft alarm system
- Emergency braking assist
- Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
- Rear door child safety locks
- Daytime running lights
- Engine immobilizer
- Front fog/driving lights
- Auto delay off headlamps
- Dusk sensing headlamps
- Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
- 2 front headrests
- 2 rear headrests
- Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
- Rear center 3-point belt
- Front seatbelt pretensioners
- Turn signal mirrors
- Stability control
- Traction control
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- Front height adjustable headrests
- Rear height adjustable headrests
- Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
- Driver head restraint whiplash protection system
- Tire pressure monitoring
Warranty
- Basic: 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Drivetrain: 6 yr./ 70000 mi.
- Roadside: 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Interior
Front Seats- Front head room: 39.2 in.
- Front hip room: 59.0 in.
- Front leg room: 41.2 in.
- Front shoulder room: 61.6 in.
- Multi-level heating passenger seat
- 8 -way power passenger seat
- 8 -way power driver seat
- Multi-level heating driver seat
- Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
- Height adjustable driver seat
- Height adjustable passenger seat
- Leather
- Sport front seats
- Rear hip Room: 59.1 in.
- Rear head room: 38.6 in.
- Rear leg room: 38.7 in.
- Rear shoulder room: 61.5 in.
- Split-folding rear seatback
- Reclining rear seats
- Folding with storage center armrest
- Manual folding split-bench third row seats
- Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
- Remote power door locks
- Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
- Power mirrors
- Heated mirrors
- 2 one-touch power windows
- Remote window operation
- Cruise control
- Cargo net
- Front console with storage
- Front, rear and 3rd row cupholders
- Front and rear door pockets
- Overhead console with storage
- Retained accessory power
- Front seatback storage
- Speed-proportional power steering
- Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
- 12V front and 12V cargo area power outlet(s)
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
- Rear view
Comfort
- Interior air filtration
- Three zone climate control
- Cargo area light
- Simulated wood and simulated alloy trim on center console
- Simulated wood trim on dash
- Leather, wood and simulated alloy trim on doors
- Front and rear reading lights
- Leather trim on shift knob
- Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel
- Front and rear floor mats
- Turn signal in mirrors
- Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
- Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
- Memorized settings includes audio system
- Memorized settings includes climate control
- Memorized settings for 2 drivers
- Memorized settings includes steering wheel
- Clock
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- External temperature display
- Low fuel level warning
- Diversity antenna
- 8 total speakers
- 253 watts stereo output
- AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player with CD MP3 Playback stereo
- XM satellite radio
- Adjustable speed sensitive volume control
- Auxiliary MP3 audio input
- 1 subwoofer(s)
- 3 Months of provided satellite radio service
- Radio data system
- Pre-wired for phone
- Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
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