Advance Automotive & Technology

As an expressive and and super expensive car, for the speed maniac, Lamborghini Reventon is not enough.

And to answer that, this Italian manufacture is rumored that they’ve already made limited edition of the spyder model for those who want to look faster and wilder. But not like Reventon that has the form of the roof that is permanent, Spyder took the basic of LP670-4 Super Veloce to get the aggressive look and open like an airplane that has become the inspiration for the roof cover.

Reventon Spyder will be equipped with LP670-4 SUper Veloce with 670 hp, with 6.5 liter V12 by repairing the all wheel drive system and low weight, also the strength of the roof structure. But not like Reventon that has top speed at 220-mph, Spyder is a little bit under that because of some addition.

Entering the passenger area, this area is covered with replaceable fabric panel, even though the usage of carbon fibre material also can increase the appearance. And based on reliable source, around 9 units of Reventon Spyder model are ready to be released. The retail price that is offered is around US$ 1.6 million.

The presence of Reventon Spyder at the Frankfurt Motor Show on September as the early debut is has been awaited by the speed maniacs.

Being modified not only in the engine and mechanism, the car also focused on the exterior and interior design. From the exterior, the aura of second generation NISMO  Z appeared more significant from the previous model. Wide yet aerodinamic body structure accomodated with the latest rim products of RAYS that specially designed for NISMO.

The additional power of 350 hp with 276 lb/ft torque at 5200 rpm was bein managed by Redline, whose reprogram the ECU equipment, so the maximum power can be achieved at the 7400 rpm.

The interior of this 2009 NISMO Z dominated with the accessories of NISMO Z. The red accent has been added on the seat and its trim. This car planned to be released in the United States market on June 2009 with the price of US$40.000.  The released date was being projected to curb its rival, the Mitsubishi Evo and Subaru WRX.

Enliven the 2009 automotive market, Lexus manufacture present IS 350 Lexus variant which equipped with 3.5 L v6 engine that is able to produce 306 hp.

With aluminium engine and completeness of variable valve timing on intake and exhaust, Lexus IS 350 which equipped with automatic transmission system is able to reach 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds.

IS 350 also supported with Vehicle Dynamic Integrated Management (VDIM) which installed inside the vehicle’s electronic management system. Like on anti-lock brakes and electronic power steering system, eight airbags also become the standard features on this Lexus IS 350.

While for the sound system and entertainment, this front line of Lexus completing with DVD touchsreen and navigation system; that is able to accommodate 6 disc changers and 13 speakers. Slight changes are visible on this 2009 model with front and rear bumper model, grill and side mirrors that is now equipped with sign lamps.

The exterior looks more solid when the 17 inch and 18 inch rims become the complements, including the suspension system that has been reset to get the sporty driving style. So, it is normal if in the end this IS 350 presence the convenience of driving a sport coupe in the design form of a 4 doors sedan that can be found in its closest competitor.

The overall performance such as luxurious features and the best choice of technology, interesting model also standard safety feature become the strength of Lexus IS 350 and additional values when choosing it.

There’s no end when talking about this manufacture, start from the convenience and safety guide, the exotic and luxurious factors become the compliment of each series that is released by Mercedes Benz manufacture. Also, including when start to dress up one of 2006 CLS 55 accordingly to the owner’s taste.

Carries simple and functional modification style, there isn’t much can be done to this black ride. With special suspension system from Wheels Boutique, this Mercy CLS 55 is good to go with one set of 360 Forged SL10 rims.

Three pieces finch model rims which now attached on the wheels also have an amazing size. for the front side, using 20″x9″ 360 Forged SL10 rims with 25″ width become the choice. While for the tires using rims with equal size, 245/30ZR20 from Nitto Neo Gen.

Meanwhile for the rear, 20″x11.5″ 360 Forged SL10 rims with 4.5″ width fill the rear fender. For the combination, 305/25 ZR20 Nitto Neo Geo tires feel suitable to accompany the giant effect on the rear side that is wished.

A masterpiece from ASI Tuner is Tetsu GT-R which has been fully customized specifically for Bentley Continental GT.

Using super efficient exhaust system, good ECU management, bigger turbocharger turbin, Tetsu GT-R successfully got amazing and unbeatable horsepower number which is 800 hp.

The appearance of the Bentley Continental is also re-dressed to get an amazing form. Start from 2070mm wide body, long grill that is equipped with LED lamp, usage of carbon material and some other dry carbon on engine hood, roof top, rear wing, rear diffuser, and baggage.

Some of classy packages that are offerd by ASI were taken from Japanese traditional style and got the tradition factor. The engine hood and the interior seem to become the canvas for Tetsu Nakamura’s skillful hand, who usually handles various project at luxurious hotels and other location around Japan. Seats and base carpet also look more stylish in Nishijin cover that is an inspiration of every creation of Tetsu GT-R with the big spirit of Japanese, Kyoto culture.

The ultimate masterpiece of ASI; Tetsu GT-R was on the SEMA Show 2008, with two tone carbon fiber, white Fujiyama scheme 22 inch forged ASI rims, front lamps that is blackened gold carbon cover on the engine, carbon fiber steering wheel and 12 pot ASI braking system become the complement.

And like other full custom works, each of the 29 units of Tetsu GT-R is made according to the owner’s wish, even for every detail.

The Toyota IO wasn’t just a 4-seater mini-car with the smallest body,  but also  the most competitive price. Specially being designed by adopting several innovation as a break-through of an old image of a small car.

The appearance might not be the same as its rival such as Smart Fortwo, but as the authorized distributor said, the Toyota IQ had a better features and price.

With its tiny appearance, less than 3 meters long, this car was longer than Smart by 290mm, bbut not like Smart, the IQ’s cabin was designed for 4 passenger with the shorter dimension, 100mm, than Mini Cooper. IQ was often called as a 3+1 car, which means it is comfortable to load 3 adult passengers and 1 child.

Sitting behind the steering wheel of this small car is not different than a normal car. The view from inside the car was quite wide, and every side of the car was well-monitoring. Other innovations of this IQ were on the steering composition and center dashboard position on passenger’s seat. This made the driving also normal, and with the selling price around USD 40,000, the cabin facility with 5.8 inch LCD navigation system monitor was also appropriate.

While we start to drive on this 16 inch-tires car, it felt light with an adequate acceleration. But the most important was the 1000CC engine capacity with the new technology of Carbon Dioxide cutting technology able to reduce the gas emitted under 100 gram/km. Thus, made this IQ is enviromental friendly and free pollution. As for the safety factor, it also guaranteed with the installment of airbag system for the driver and passengers.