Suzuki’s Jimny

The Jimny is extremely driver friendly. On the road and in the rough, its high-performance features make handling easy for professionals and novices alike. Where you point, the Jimny follows. Compact dimensions help you slip through heavy traffic and into small parking spaces with ease, while off the beaten track they help you squeeze between boulders and trees. Unbeaten paths that would challenge other vehicles are a breeze in the Jimny. You'll climb hills with confidence thanks to generous approach and departure angles, drive action 4x4 with low range and excellent traction enhanced by excellent wheel articulation. Take the Jimny for a test drive and discover for yourself just how fun driving can be.

Suzuki’s inimitable and enduringly popular Jimny all-terrainer has just undergone a series of subtle improvements. The changes are all cosmetic and are aimed at endowing the little 4x4 with a sharper presence, while the interior also benefits from several  improvements.

 

The most obvious improvements are to be found at the front of the Jimny, where the combination of a new bonnet, a cosmetically pleasing air scoop, redesigned grille and a bolder front bumper all add up to a more powerful appearance.

 

The bonnet gains a power bulge, which creates a more aggressive  impression. The grille has been revised and now incorporates a more geometric design, with vertical bars replacing the rounded apertures of the previous model.

 

The bumper has also been redesigned, and now features a larger lower air intake, while the fog lamps have been repositioned, and are now located in recesses on either side of the intake – decreasing the risk of damage during serious off-road driving. A lower scuff plate provides protection at the bumper’s leading edge.

 

The Jimny’s cabin gains redesigned head restraints for both front and rear passengers. The new headrests provide improved comfort and support, and also allow the rear seats to be folded flat without the need to remove the head restraints.

 

Smarter cloth trim for the front bucket seats and the rear bench seat has been introduced, while a new colour, Breeze Blue metallic, has been added to the palette of colour options.

 

 

From a safety perspective, the latest Jimny now offers ISOFIX child seat anchor points, which augment an array of active and passive safety features that already includes ABS anti-lock brakes, dual SRS front airbags, three-point inertia reel seatbelts, and front and rear head restraints.

 

While the updates endow the Jimny with a fresher appearance inside and out, the compact all-terrainer’s technical underpinnings continue to offer a compelling combination of agile handling, legendary all-terrain capability, willing performance and pocket-pleasing fuel efficiency.

 

The drivetrain still links Suzuki’s tried and trusted 1 328 cc in-line four-cylinder engine to a five-speed manual gearbox and a low-range transfer case. That combination, together with the Jimny’s low mass, raised ride height and extended suspension travel, ensures exceptional 4x4 capability, almost regardless of the terrain.

 

Also unchanged is the Jimny’s comprehensive array of standard comfort and convenience features. The list includes air-conditioning, remote central locking, electrically operated windows and mirrors, power steering, a FM Stereo/AM receiver with CD front-loader, and an integrated alarm/immobiliser system.

 

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Toyota tacoma

 It is interesting to note that it approached the traditional market leader, the Ford Ranger, gradually, matching it for sales in 2004, but once into the lead streaked away and now has the market sector covered by a very wide margin indeed. Part of this must be down to the variety of models in the range - the Tacoma is offered with a selection of cab sizes and layouts and a different range of interior trim levels - and the legendary traits of reliability and quality that come with Tacoma products, plus the regular facelifts and redesigns that allow the Toyota Tacoma to remain as rugged and attractive as it was at launch.

The current model of Tacoma is bigger than its predecessor, a genuine mid-sized truck that packs a punch thanks to the 4.0liter 250bhp V6 or equally versatile 2.7 liter in-line four, and with all-wheel drive as a permanent fixture on some models in the range the off-road and load lugging capabilities of this already intensely practical car have been taken to another level.

An interesting development has been Toyota's commitment to specials, with the T X-Runneracoma a particular favorite among younger drivers. The design of this special edition harks back to the days of custom cars and specials, and its butch yet attractive enhancements are matched by an increased suspension performance and other enhancements that are sure to make it a collector's item of the future.

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Fiat 500 Abarth

The Fiat 500 Abarth, occurs at the Fiat plant in Poland and is equipped with a 1.4   Turbo 16v engine that delivers a maximum power of 135HP at 5,500 rpm and a torque of 206 Nm at 3,000 rpm in "Sport" mode. Bright and progressive motor confirms excellent 

features in the care of the environment and compliance with proceduresEuro5, available only with a 5-speed manual gearbox which develops a maximum speed of 205 km / h and acceleration from 0 to 100 Km in only 7.9 seconds.A peculiarity of the Fiat 500 Abarth is the adoption of a new system called "TTC" 

(Torque Transfer Control) which improves the transfer of torque to the wheels guaranted a perfectcar'scornering behavior.Internally the main details that highlight the Abarth spirit, are the front seats, 

steering wheel and shift knob covered in leather, the pedals and footrest exclusive Abarth and the board added an instrument containing a gauge pressure indication and function GSI Turbo (Gear Shift Indicator) that in "Sport" mode indicates change gear to maximize the delivery of the car and "Normal" mode indicates the gearshift to reduce fuel consumption. The standard warranty is 3 years or 100,000 km whichever comes first.As in the last three editions, held the Concorso d'Eleganza, this year called Fiat 500 Abarth Trophy, with a jury of experts from the Classic Car Club who rewarded the best examples of each category by state and originality, choosing addition to Dapper Piú Vetura entire event. New this year he joined a panel of renowned designers in the automotive industry, who conducted an independent evaluation and awards, based on different criteria and guidelines following purely aesthetic.

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Toyota LandCruiser 2007

Land Cruiser wagon has been the vehicle of choice for some years. The latest UZJ200R series, launched here in November 2007, builds on that tradition but incorporates some impressive new technology into a more stylish package. turbocharged 4.5-litre diesel V8 engine. Not only does this new unit develop 195 kW of power, it does what diesels are best at by dealing out a massive 650 Nm of torque, more than any previous Toyota. In everyday use you can easily get consumption down to about 10 litres per 100 kilometres, unless you do much motoring around town. Where most diesels run out of energy past about 4000 rpm, this engine has none of that breathless feeling and has the bonus of a pleasing V8 sound. But weight remains the enemy of performance and acceleration is good rather than exciting. Even from the driver’s seat, the appearance is appealing with gracious longitudinal curves in the long bonnet. This Cruiser has more aesthetic appeal than any predecessor, with quite an out-there character; it’s not just a big box on wheels. Strikingly styled headlights and that overwhelming grille with huge Toyota emblem give it great road presence in any rear-view mirror.

This latest Cruiser is more carlike to drive, although you are still conscious of its immense bulk and you can’t hustle through tight corners as you can in a modern sedan. Ride comfort is good. The steering feel is good but the Cruiser is not as responsive to the wheel as some rivals, especially those from Europe. Braking is excellent and calibrated for varied terrain. On all diesel-powered Cruisers, Downhill Assist Control is standard.

Vision all-round is good but the reversing camera included on the premium Sahara model would be welcome, especially in such a family-oriented wagon. Parking in itself is not difficult but you need a long space and you need to get this w-i-d-e wagon close to the kerb.There is no doubt Toyota has succeeded with the general design of this safe and ultra-competent heavy duty four-wheel drive family wagon.

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Toyota Hilux Vigo

Toyota Hilux Vigo chassis frame called Toyota’s TOP (Toyota Outstanding Performance) Platform integrates an array of advanced performance features to offer stability and control for smooth and safe driving. TOP offer strength and good impact absorption and thus provides a more comfortable ride as well as less noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). This advanced chassis frame sits on a coil spring suspension system comprising a double wishbone layout at the front and a 4-link layout at the rear. This gives it a suspension setting that is tuned to match road conditions in Asia and Africa, so there's good drivability, stability and comfort whatever the load on board.
 The front of the 2012 Toyota Hilux is entirely redesigned from the A pillar forwards and features a new bonnet, radiator grille, headlamps and front bumper. The vehicle’s design also gets further enhanced with the newly designed front and rear wings and new door mirrors. Vigo 2012 is available in the following colors: Super White, Silver Metallic, Dark Steel Mica, Dark Grey Mica, Silky Gold Metallic and Black Mica. 

It is a significant "minor" change with an exciting new front look and a revamped interior to reinforce its luxuriousness. With the exception of doors, roofs and tailgates, everything else is new: new guards, new headlights, new bumper, new bonnet, new three-bar grille, new tailights and a new rear bumper. There’s also new mirrors and alloy wheel designs.

                                                        Toyota D4-D Engine 

                                                                  

The Hilux Vigo range is powered by either Toyota’s 16-valve 2.5-litre D-4D direct injection common rail turbo-diesel engine, delivering 102bhp & 300Nm/2,000 or the 16-valve 3.0-litre D-4D direct injection common rail turbo-diesel engine, delivering 163bhp & 343Nm/1,400-3,400.

The 3.0 litre D-4D Common Rail Turbo Diesel 1KD-FTV- already among the most powerful and torquey in the sector - is carried over from the legendary Land Cruiser and offers enormous torque with excellent fuel consumption.

The engine develops 120kW (163D|N hp) at 3,400rpm with torque of 343Nm across an engine speed range of 1,600 to 3,200rpm. Maximum speed is 106mph (170km/h) with manual transmission and acceleration from 0-62mph is under 12.7 seconds.

D-4D actually stands for direct Injection 4 Cylinder Common Rail Diesel Engine. Common rail diesels inject a fine mist of fuel into the engine at very high pressure. The result is the same power and refinement as a petrol engine, but with better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. One feature of the electronic controls associated with the common rail is that there is no need to wait for glow plugs to warm up before starting the engine. You just turn the key and it fires up immediately.
Toyota D-4D engines are not just noteworthy for their smooth, linear torque, though: that's a characteristic of most modern diesel engines. What D-4Ds are noteworthy for is their unusually high power outputs, equivalent to that of many competitors' similarly-sized petrol engines. The D-4D's rev range is also usefully wider than normal, further enhancing the driving experience.

This modern technology makes use of a high-pressure pump, a common rail, and computer-controlled injectors to deliver exactly the right amount of fuel to each cylinder, at precisely the right timing. It is this exact timing and fuel measurement that leads to better combustion, cleaner burning and lower emissions of harmful substances such as soot (meeting European Step III exhaust gas regulations). And it is common rail injection that ensures D-4D engines deliver the optimum in power and torque throughout the range of rpm, for better driving performance and comfort.

Fuel in the D-4D is pressurised to an extremely high 135mpa within the "common rail" that feeds all four cylinders (older diesel engines have a separate pipe leading from the pump to each cylinder). The high pressure injection creates better fuel atomisation for complete burning and increased power output. And because there is less fuel wasted though inefficient combustion, the D-4D delivers better fuel economy too.

In addition the computer control unit injects a small amount of fuel into the cylinder just before the main fuel load ignites. This "pilot burn" lowers the explosive force of the main combustion process and goes a long way to reduce the noise and vibration formerly associated with diesel engines. This all goes to make it one of the silkiest diesels ever built.

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Tips for car maintenance

You’ve bought your dream car and now you want to make it last at long as possible in top condition. Here are some things to remember as you pull it out of the dealer’s lot: 
.change engine oil with specific time
.change oil filter with every oil change
.change fuel filter
.change airfilter
.check tyre pressure before going on lon running 
.check your car battery water level
.break fluid level must be at upper level
.change engine timming belt after 100000km
.change tyres after 60000km 
in case  outorder of some lights in dashboard or speedometer ,check your fuse box if damage fuse change it with new one same amp fuse.In the time of rainyseason slow your speed and make grip on steering @time of break because it make slip on road.
During the break-in period, typically the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km), keep your speed under 55 mph (88 kpm) or to the speed recommended by your car’s manufacturer.
Avoid heavy loads on the drive train, such as towing trailers, and loading the roof rack or trunk with heavy construction materials.
Do not allow your new car to idle for long periods — this is good advice for the life of your car, but especially during breakin. The oil pressure generated by doing so may not be sending oil to every part of your engine.
Use only light to medium acceleration, keeping the engine rpms below 3,000 for the first few hours of driving.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
.Paint does more than make your vehicle look great. It’s also the first line of defense against rusted body panels. Of course, the best way to protect the paint is to park the car in a garage. If that is not possible, park in the shade or purchase a car cover. The sun’s ultraviolet rays break down paint and cause it to fade. Some car covers protect your car from more than sun, moisture, bird droppings, and dust — they also have a thin layer of cushioning that will guard against light impact, such as from a tipped bicycle or small falling tree branch.
.No way around it! Waxing your car is work. But it’s satisfying work that will help keep your car looking new. Car wax preserves paint by slowing oxidation and forming a barrier against bird droppings, sap, and pollution. Plus driving a nice shiny car is just plain fun.
Liquid and spray waxes are tempting to use — they make the car shiny with less work than rubbing in paste wax. But there’s still no beating paste wax for the hardest, longest-lasting finish. Look for paste with a high carnauba wax content.
Apply a thin, even coat of wax to the car’s surfaces with a damp sponge. Avoid applying too much, or it will be difficult to remove and some residue will inevitably mar your finish.
To avoid fine scratches, use a clean, soft cotton or microfiber cloth to remove wax once it has dried.
Apply an extra coat of wax to the nose and hood. The wax film in these areas wears away quickly.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter after the first 5,000 miles (8,000 km) and after every 25,000 miles (40,000 km) or two years thereafter, or as recommended in your owner’s manual. If you use your vehicle for towing, change the fluid and filter every year. For manual transmissions, change the lubricant (motor oil or gear oil, depending on the car) after the first 5,000 miles and after every 50,000 (80,000 km) thereafter. Use synthetic motor oil or gear lube for longer transmission life unless the manufacturer recommends otherwise.
Check the power-steering fluid once a month with the car warmed up. If the level is low, have the hoses and pump inspected for leaks. In addition to making your car difficult to steer, low power-steering fluid will damage the power-steering pump. Be sure to use the powersteering fluid recommended for you car.

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