ISUZU INTRODUCES ALTERRA ZEN EDITION

ZEN is a school of Buddhism that teaches enlightenment through meditation. Its students are known to exhibit profound wisdom in all important aspects of life. In addition, Zen connotes minimalism and promotes only the use of necessary items. It is this philosophy that inspired the name of the latest Isuzu Alterra variant–the Zen Edition.

Isuzu Philippines Corp. announces the release of the new Alterra Zen Edition, another value-for-money proposition that makes the award-winning SUV available to more Filipino buyers. The Zen Edition is basically a 4×2 Alterra–available with a manual or automatic transmission. The pricing for the Alterra Zen Edition is very competitive: P1.45 million for the manual and P1.505 million for the automatic.

The Alterra Zen Edition is indeed aimed at enlightened SUV customers as its features still top those of its main competitors in its class. These include attractive 16-inch alloy wheels, transmitter-integrated keyless entry system, new projector headlamps and fog lamps, leather seats, power-retractable side mirrors, a JVC KD-G396 audio head unit with iPod connectivity, and license-plate garnish.

Of course, the Alterra Zen Edition is also powered by Isuzu’s vaunted 4JJ1-TC 3.0-liter CRDi diesel engine that’s already Euro III-compliant. The best part? Buyers of the Alterra Zen Edition get to choose from an array of accessories that they can install on their new SUV to make it stand out and uniquely their own. Think of a smorgasbord of customization appointments, and you have an already good-looking SUV that its owners can still modify according to their own style or taste or rules.

It doesn’t end there. According to IPC President Keiji Takeda, “the Isuzu Alterra Zen Edition has bigger cargo space, a longer wheelbase and a more comfortable ride compared to other 4×2 SUVs in the market today.” There is no doubt that the new Isuzu Alterra Zen Edition is currently the best package for enlightened and thus discerning 4×2 SUV buyers. Visit your nearest Zen school–er, Isuzu dealership–for a closer look at the best bang-for-the-buck vehicle today.

For other inquiries, visit your nearest Isuzu dealership. In Metro Manila, Isuzu showrooms are located in EDSA Balintawak, Quezon Avenue, Commonwealth, Pasig, Manila, Makati and Alabang. In the provinces, Isuzu has dealers in Isabela, Pangasinan, Cabanatuan, Pampanga, Bulacan, Cavite, Batangas, San Pablo, Bacolod, Iloilo, Mandaue, Cagayan de Oro and Davao. Check out www.isuzuphil.com for other Isuzu updates.

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MONTERO SPORT 2.5 GLS 4×4

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines introduces the Montero Sport 2.5 GLS 4×4 with 5 M/T for serious off road fun.

What good is a 4×4 SUV if you can’t have fun with it? That’s why Mitsubishi Motors Philippines recently added in its Montero Sport line up, the GLS 4×4 with 5-speed manual transmission.

This Montero Sport GLS 4×4 with quick shift 5-speed manual transmission is powered by 2.5 liter DOHC 16-Valve Direct Injection Diesel with common rail and with quick-spool turbocharger and front-mounted intercooler which delivers a maximum output of 136PS @ 3,500 rpm and 314 N-m of torque @ 2,000 rpm and can easily cruise more than 170 kph.

The 4×4 system found in this Montero Sport is the same Super Select II 4WD system which is the same type found on the Pajero models. Mitsubishi’s proprietary four wheel drive system, which led to many Paris Dakar victories for Mitsubishi Motors, has synchronized free-wheel front differential which lets the driver switch from 2WD to high-range 4WD even at speeds up to 100 km/h – and back at any speed with just a movement of the lever. The high-range 2WD mode is ideal for economical and quiet driving while the high range 4WD is more suited for drivers who need the extra confidence in driving through rain and other slippery surfaces. When maximum traction is needed such as climbing steep slopes with loose surfaces, it is ideal to use the low-range 4WD.

Like, the currently introduced Montero Sport 3.2 GLS SE 4×4 Automatic and the 2.5 GLS 4×2, the Montero Sport 2.5 GLS 4×4 Manual Transmission measures 4,695 mm in length, 1,815 mm in width, 1,840 mm tall, and the wheelbase at 2,800 mm. The vast interior space provides a sense of comfort, purpose and safety. It also has a 3-row, 7-passenger, seating configuration which is flexible to accommodate even the most complex cargo scenario.

In detail, the Montero Sport’s exterior is perfect for people looking for an SUV with a muscular stance through a manual drive and at the same time having a contemporary styling befitting an urbanized off-roader. Fender flares on the wheels arches plus bulging curves on the rear quarter panel widens its stance. Its halogen projector headlamps provide superior visibility and additional illumination is contributed by the front foglamps mounted on the bumper. The large doors, in combination with the tubular design step boards, are designed in a way to make getting in and out of the Montero Sport effortless. It also has standard load bearing roof rails which adds to that SUV appeal. At the rear, a tailgate with large glass area and Euro-inspired tail lamps adds to the unique Mitsubishi look.

For the interior, the Montero Sport 2.5 GLS 4×4 M/T gets a black and light grey dashboard. The inner door trims with bottle holders also get the same accents while the seats are covered with grey water-repellant fabric. Behind the thick-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel is the instrument cluster with easy to read gauges that illuminates to an amber hue during night time driving. Instrument panel is in two-tone with Titanium accent. While at the center of the dashboard, a multi-information LCD meter provides detailed information that the shows fuel economy, range, compass, barometer, outside temperature, altitude, date and time. A manually controlled dual air conditioning system provides driving convenience. Audio entertainment is provided by the Mitsubishi Motors Audio Design single in-dash CD/MP3/WMA player by JVC with 4-speakers. This audio system can accommodate hands free mobile phone operation thanks to its Bluetooth pairing function. MP3 devices can also be connected via the audio systems USB, auxiliary input ports or also by Bluetooth pairing.

The Montero Sport 2.5 GLS 4×4 M/T gives superior riding comfort which is made possible by its front double wishbones with coil springs, and a rear 3-link coil suspension with a long trailing arm design. Both ends of the Montero Sport are fitted with stabilizer bars to reduce body roll during cornering. A power assisted rack and pinion steering system provides good road feel, better response, and a class leading turning radius of only 5.6 meters. Braking power is complemented by front 16” ventilated disc brakes and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) that works in tandem with the Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). 265/65 R17 tires mounted on stylish multi-spoke 17-inch aluminum wheels ensures excellent grip on and off the road.

The Montero Sport 2.5 GLS 4×4 M/T is available in six colors: Gemstone Grey Mica, Cool Silver, Sedona Red, Savanna White, Pyrenese Black, and Garnet Green, and Mitsubishi Motors Philippines will back it up with a 3-year or 100,000 kilometer warranty.

Montero Sport 2.5 GLS 4×4 M/T is now available at all Mitsubishi dealers nationwide with the suggested retail price of Php 1,470,000.

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Latest F & M Auto Vulca

Coach builder Faralli & Mazzanti (M & M) is making the car since the early 1960s. A (then) young and passionate race car fan Faralli Antonio called up shop in the native Tuscany. He enlisted two sons Walter and Andrea, along with Rossello and his son Luca Mazzanti, which he has started working as a bodywork expert painter. So that M & M Auto Company was born.

M & M is devoted to build a car using traditional methods, as befits a low-volume niche coach builder. Although it currently has strategic partnerships with ans Racing (wheels), Continental Italy (ban) and the Black Srl (finished interior), AIM Sportline (Data
acquisition System) as well as designers and Zsolt Tarnok Delta Sigma (Video bespoke / HiFi system), the latest model is the first car designed and built in-house all the Vulca.

Vulca adequate interpretation of the classical “gt all’italiana” concept: lightweight, hand beaten all aluminum bodywork, a 2 +2 coupe, sinners and modern, elegant yet aggressive styling. Under the bonnet pulsates a powerful, reliable, latest generation engine that provides all guises exhilarating performance.

Two engine options available. Both the V12, 7.1-liter unit making 520 HP or V10, 5.8-liter with 630hp. The latter is known as Vulca “S” version.

F & M Auto Vulca made in a number of very limited: only 10, one number. This means that he forgot to stay the same and enjoy exclusive careful attention to detail. But forget ‘the spec’, customers are assigned to receive the car only to those who actually want
it, considering that the price will start from around 280,000 euros for the base model.

This is because M & M is taking the kind of ‘Automotive sewer’. Short term: This car is the last Italian tradition back coach builders between 1930s to 1960s, both in terms of building and construction methods, and also in terms of freedom allowed to the end client to identify his car. Based on the production of power train, handcrafted each vehicle as a whole without the assistance or computer technology industry. As a custom fit Saute couture, each vehicle reflects every detail of M & M style and pride of their owners.

And if it does not impress you, what else, every building is directly managed by Walter and Luca (discreetly), and Mario and supported by two members of the family.

It appears that customers buy a car from Auto F & M is also a lifelong friendship that traditional Italian coach builder in the bargain.

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2010 Volkswagen Caravelle and California Vans

Volkswagen Caravelle vans redesigned and California agreed to a 63 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from September 15 to September 27. 2010 new model continues to build a rich history of Volkswagen MPVs, incorporating many changes and enhancements to improve California and Caravel van ‘all-around feature.

Volkswagen Caravelle 2010 Rolling Front View

External design of the two vans will show more Aerodynamics side glass, new tail lamp cluster, new chrome side trim, and a new front end of the latest corporate front grille and new lighting design to see the new Golf and Polo. Inside, the people mover Campervan Caravelle and California has added a new three-spoke steering wheel, new instrument, a gear indicator, and the latest audio equipment and navigation touch screen interface, a hard-drive storage, and USB connection. In terms of safety, the new generation Electronic Stabilization Program hill-start assist and emergency brake light function is added, the system Side Assist lane change and Tire Monitor Display.

Powertrain options including a new set of four diesel engines based on the Common-rail 2.0-liter inline-four, and available in 83, 101, 138, or 178 horsepower. Their latest changes, which provides diesel engines fewer greenhouse gases and enhanced features fuel economy of about 10 percent across the board. Available later in the year 2010 is Volkswagen’s seven-speed DSG automatic transmission mated with the 4Motion all-wheel-drive system on the new fourth generation Haldex coupling.

Although Volkswagen’s best selling diesel in the country lately, expect the US-spec or sports Caravelle California gasoline engine models in the next one oil stove, if offered. Price and full details of the new cars are expected closer to launch.

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The New Porsche 911 Turbo

1964 Porsche 911 come now big German luxury cars has introduced a new version called the 911 and the new Porsche 911 Turbo.

Porsche 911 Turbo is a symbol of style and performance. The two-seater is a coupe version and replaced models as the name of the Porsche 911 Turbo cabriolet is available. Car shows low fuel consumption. The car is very similar to the Carrera 911, related to the external styling.

The same version of the Porsche 911 Turbo 3.6L powered 6-cylinder boxer engine, which can produce 480 HP. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard and has options for 7-speed dual-clutch PDK gearbox with a larger grip and revised ratios compared to other devices used in the 911s. The car has a high speed of 310 km / h and acceleration can 0-100 km / h in 4 seconds. 911 and the new electronically controlled all-wheel drive system to provide extra traction.

Porsche 911 Turbo is a modern style and clear, to meet the preferences and way of life of current generations. Front fascia decorated with style bi-xenon headlights, which has an integrated cleaning system. High power LED out using air integrated to provide a new and exciting to see the car. Behind a spoiler with brake light to spare, with rear lights and an impressive feature on the car.

Porsche 911 Turbo features a spacious and luxurious inside. Leather seats with full electric adjustment of height, backrest angle, angle and lumbar support to fat people. In addition, dashboard, doors and rear side panels also have a leather finish. The car has a complete system of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM), a fully automatic air conditioning, surround-sound system and music is a universal audio interface. One way to slide sunroof can be tilted in a coupe version to complete.

Independent front McPherson Struts for better handling and stability combined direction to ensure the car. Porsche 911 Turbo comes with all the latest safety features bi-xenon gas-discharge technology to provide a quality similar to daylight, but the anti-lock brake system (ABS), front airbags for driver and passenger, anti-lock braking load, including the theft protection system. Protection for living is complemented by the use of high strength steel components of the door.

Porsche was making cars in solid, metallic and special color. Solid colors: Black, keeper of the Red, Speed Yellow and Carrara White. Color Basalt Black metal, Arctic Silver, Midnight Blue, Ruby Red, macadamia, shooting Gray, Aqua Blue, Green Racing Porsche. The car also comes in special color, such as Cream White, GT Silver metallic, Atlas Gray metallic, malachite Green Nordic Gold metallic and metallic.

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Volvo’s fresh-faced C30 SportsCoupe

A major new series in the face of change that the C30-center life facelift to make its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show this month, with an emphasis on extroverted style and customization.

Headlights will be greater with the new wing and a hat before the supplements, while the air intake, redesigned to fit with other recent models, the Volvo C30 line-up. In addition, the Volvo badge in front grille greater.

Purchasers of C30 can also be a new styling kit that consists of aluminum-look around the fog lights pag and lower air intake and rear side of the frame and part of the defense. D5 and T5 variants are more enhanced by the addition of two large-caliber consumer outlets.

More exterior color options are offered, an issue that is used in the cockpit of the C30, which continues in the new “Espresso Hollywood ‘theme mixed / upper dark brown with light gray / brown bargaining to the bottom of the cabin. Helle color are available for chair covers, including “Cranberry skin.

Keener drivers will be pleased to hear there are new options on exercise equipment. Including lower travel height, a damper, springs and stabilizer rigid, while the faster main rack also included. Customers may exercise any model fitted suspension except C30 Version 1.6D Drive Start / Stop.

As before, the 1.6D model drive and start / stop is available, while another two diesel engines and fuel three choices.

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