The New Hyundai i10

Do not underestimate the fact that the new model Hyundai i10 can be left behind by Picanto, this car shares very little with its Kia sibling. In fact, even i10 sits about a different platform, it is distantly related to the Hyundai Getz Supermini, although the incoming the 1086cc 12-valve engine can also be found in the Getz, as well as in the Kia Picanto. In the i10, different ECU settings mean that peak torque is available at 2800rpm, as opposed to 3200rpm in the

Getz. yet, although the Getz is some 260mm longer and 70mm wider than the i10, the i10 is the same weight, coming in at 975kg on MIRA’s scales. But there is substance to the i10’s engineering. For example, the tubular torsion beam rear suspension is tougher than the set-up on the i10’s Amica predecessor, allowing the lateral supporting rod to be removed from the design. The resulting extra space has been used to create a lower boot floor, which in turn allows for neat packaging tricks such as the underfloor boot storage tray.

What you expect from a city car is lively, peppy performance around town, and for the most part the i10 delivers.

Accelerating up to the 30-40mph maximum speeds of town and city driving, the i10 feels instantly lively and agile. Mainly, the i10’s feeling of urban agility comes from the action of the gearshift itself. The five-speed ’box’s throws are nicely judged and the lever moves with a satisfying, well oiled ease.

If the i10’s transmission is deeply outstanding, the performance of the engine itself is less successful.

There’s nothing wrong with the car’s power or torque outputs on paper – 65bhp and 73lb ft of torque are par for the course – but there’s not enough zing to the way the engine goes about its business. The 1086cc four-cylinder petrol motor is smooth enough, but there’s a buzzy vibration as the revs begin to climb that makes the car feel vaguely unrefined.

Stopping isn’t a problem. Being the only car in the class with disc brakes all round and with only 975kg to haul to a stop, the i10’s braking is more than up to the job.

Around town ride is the most important aspect of this class of car, and is probably the i10’s strongest suit. It subdues the effects of the scars and potholes rather than heaving and pitching over them as a more softly sprung car would.

The steering is also greatly well judged for busy urban traffic. The electrically assisted rack is light, direct and relatively quick-acting (3.0 turns from lock to lock), and the car has an impressively tight turning circle of 9.2 meters.

Out of town, the taut but comfortable ride translates into impressive country-road composure, flowing over undulating, lumpy B-roads. Through corners the i10 stays flat, neutral and safe, with very little body roll and a decisive turn-in. The i10’s mid-corner behavior is certainly predictable; it’ll either stay on line or drift into safe and controllable under steer.

The New Hyundai Tucson 2011

Hyundai has launched its compact CUV, the new Hyundai Tucson. A modern designed car that will fit on every peoples tastes.  The new Hyundai Tucson’s design has become even more attractive and sporty. We will notice a big transformation on the look from the previous model of Tucson, this new model has a lot of new things to show us, and from interior to exterior the Tucson has changed a lot to offer us a more comfortable good looking car

The 2011 Tucson is an exhilarating exercise in design. Its fluidic, assertive, sporty lines stem from a deliberate desire to set it apart in a world of me-too CUVs. A sleek window line begins at the side-view mirrors, Rising back to meet the line of the roof-extending rear spoiler. Sculptured hood creases reach down from the steeply raked Windshield (for lowered cabin noise) to the hexagonal grille, then stretch back through the double-set shoulder lines, extending from headlight to tail light. Styling details – such as the roof-mounted antenna, wrap-around tail lights and side sill moulding – complete the overall impression of an athletic, lean, solid performer.

The dashboard offers us a lot of functionality and attraction. When you get inside this car for the first time, you will notice the dashboard that looks really good and attractive because of its design and functionality.

When you’ve raised the bar so high on exterior design, you know the 2011 Tucson’s interior will be something special. Again, design and style are paramount, from the bold 4-spoke steering wheel and X-design dashboard up front – drawing lines from the driver and passenger sides through the centre stack controls – to the spacious 728 litres of cargo space at back. Tucson’s intelligent design is safer, too. A solid, organ style accelerator pedal improves comfort and ensures that nothing can get beneath it, while available steering wheel audio controls let you control the music without taking your hands off the wheel. An innovative one-touch triple turn signal makes it easier to alert other drivers during lane changes and in parking lots.

The 2011 Tucson’s standard safety features are proof of Hyundai’s commitment to putting you first. Hyundai’s innovative Hillstart Assist Control – to minimize backroll on steep ascents – and Downhill Brake Control – to maintain vehicle control and speed on steep descents – both give you greater control and safety and come standard on every Tucson. Also standard are an Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist plus Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control System2 – technologies that help you control the vehicle in adverse conditions.

Car Care Tips 1

Taking care of your car should not stop after the break-in period. Driving your car everyday with care will give you long term benefit without repairs. So here are the basic tips on how to maintain your cars performance.

1.   Do not race your car's engine during start-up. This is a quick way to add years of wear to your engine, especially if it's cold outside.
2.  Accelerate slowly when you begin your drive. The most wear to the engine and drive train occurs in the first ten to twenty minutes of operation
3. Warming the engine by letting it idle in the driveway is not a smart idea. The engine doesn't operate at its peak temperature, resulting in incomplete fuel combustion, soot deposits on cylinder walls, oil contamination, and ultimately damaged components.
4. Put less strain on your engine and automatic transmission by shifting to neutral at red lights. Otherwise, the engine is still working to push the car even while it's stopped.
5.  Avoid driving at high speeds and accelerating quickly, especially when it's very hot or very cold outside. Such driving behavior will result in more frequent repairs.
6. Extend the life of your tires with careful driving. Observe posted speed limits. Avoid fast starts, stops, and turns. Avoid potholes and objects on the road. Don't run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking. And, of course, don't burn rubber.
7. When turning your steering wheel, don't hold it in an extreme right or left position for more than a few seconds. Doing so can damage the power-steering pump.
8. Consolidate your short driving trips. Most of the wear and tear -- as well as the pollution your car generates -- takes place in the first few minutes of driving. Doing several errands at once, during low traffic hours if possible, will keep your engine happier longer.

The New 2011 Honda Accord

The 2011 Honda Accord is the best car for you if you appreciate precision engineering in your daily transportation, and don’t want to pay a bundle for it. The 2011 Honda Accord gets a mid-cycle freshening that includes revised styling, improved fuel economy, and some reconfigured dashboard controls. It also adds a new leather-upholstered Special Edition (SE) model. The 2011 Honda Accord sedan is a blueprint for the comfortable and efficient midsize four-door while the stylish 2011 Honda Accord Coupe compares well to some pedigreed sports models. Together they form one of America’s most-popular car lines. The top value in a 2011 Accord is a sedan in midrange EX trim with the four-cylinder engine.

Should you buy a 2011 Honda Accord or wait for the 2012 Honda Accord? Buy the 2011 Honda Accord. It’ll sport the styling and features that’ll carry this car to its next full redesign, likely for model-year 2013. The 2012 Accord won’t receive any notable changes. Its styling will look stale sooner than will the 2011 Accord’s. And Honda, which has been offering the most liberal incentives in its history, may not be so generous once the 2012 Accord rolls around.

The 2011 Honda Accord 2011 Honda Accord sedan and coupe are revised grille and front bumper streamlined appearance. The 2011 Accord sedan gains a new trunklid reflector with horizontal red stripes covering most of the width of the car. The 2011 Accord Coupe has new taillights that the location of the clear brake light from the top of the lens at the bottom. There are also new wheel designs for the sedan and coupe six-cylinder. All changes are subtle, but Honda says that some make the Agreement of 2011 more aerodynamic for fuel economy. Without changing the dimensions are critical, either body style. Unchanged, and the folds held the Accord sedan body, which are much less harmonious than the scan lines after the Accord Coupe. The 2011 Accord sedan remains one of the largest mid-size cars, thanks largely to its long wheelbase. This is the distance between front and rear and essentially defines the amount of space a car can be allocated to the passenger compartment. wheelbase of 110.0 inches Accord sedan is exceeded between direct competitors only stretch of 112.3 inches, the Chevrolet Malibu. For a sportier look and more agile handling - at the expense of legroom in the backseat - 2011 Accord Coupe wheelbase remains of 107.9 inches and overall length proportionally shorter body. The new 2011 Honda Accord SE is offered as a sedan and only leads to the bottom of the alignment of several luxury features not previously available, including leather upholstery and heated front seats. The 2011 Accord sedan list is nothing to be repeated. It begins with the LX and LX-P models better equipped, the SE adds, and continues through and first-line EX and EX-L trim. The 2011 Accord coupe LX-S returns, EX, and EX-L models. 

The 2011 Honda Accord complements its exterior facelift with a number of feature upgrades - some very late. As usual Honda Accord is available with individual choices. By contrast, Honda imposes a strict hierarchy of the model with a clear set of standard equipment at every level. Any additional features to the Agreement of 2011 is critical, but Honda, shuffling some reveals how the rivals are exploiting a weakness. For example, agreement finally gets a USB interface for iPod, for your convenience base 21 century most of the competitors even in its low price level of finish. Honda, however, is limited USB connecting to the 2011 Accord EX coupe and sedan and EX-L. Similarly, Honda continues to offer a navigation system only in the EX-L Agreements at a premium of $ 2,200 for cars and $ 2.000 in the coupes. By contrast, the redesigned 2011 Hyundai Sonata offers a navigation even in its entry-level equipment. In the agreement, the connectivity Bluetooth hands-free mobile phone is limited to the EX-L and EX sedan and EX-L coupe. Bluetooth connectivity - increasingly as a security measure - it is much more widely available in most of the competitors Accord and is standard on many. For 2011, Honda Accord, designed to improve the navigation screen, backup system with a rearview camera - another addition to security - but only on sedans. As before, the "L" on the EX-L denotes the standard leather, other Accord models have cloth seating surfaces and put new fabrics for 2011. Heated front seats are power limited to the EX-L and for 2011 Accord EX-L V-6 get a two-position memory for driver's seat. Finally, the Agreement of 2011 reset the dashboard frequently used climate control buttons closer to the driver. This improves the ergonomics and laudable Accord, are in fact only one of the assets that help users overcome their differences occasional car on the availability of functions. Rivals may be more liberal with accessories, but agreement remains the benchmark for the class of cabin space, comfort and quality of materials. 

 

The 2011 Honda Accord prices span $ 22,030 - $ 32,480. (Prices in this review include manufacturer's destination fees mandate;. Rate Honda Accord for 2011 is $ 750)

Four-cylinder Accords begin at $ 22,030 for LX with manual transmission ($ 22,730 with the automatic) and higher $ 30,305 for the EX-L V-6 with Navi that comes with leather, sunroof, navigation, and other amenities. That's not cheap for a four-cylinder car. But give up some comforts and $ 25,655 you can land an EX sedan, including the engine more powerful four-cylinder, automatic transmission, power driver seat, heated power mirrors, power sunroof and alloy wheels of 17 inches. That's a good car and a terrific value. Costs over $ 2,000 more for the same model with the V-6 (27. $ 830), but the four-cylinder is so well adapted to this car that will most likely find the extra power is superfluous.

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