The 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid Has Arrived

The Honda Civic Hybrid is a hybrid powertrain version of the Honda Civic, first introduced in Japan near the end of 2001. It comes with either a continuously variable automatic transmission or (until 2005) a 5-speed manual transmission. It uses an Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system similar to Honda Insight. The Civic Hybrid is only available as sedan, even in Europe until 2012, where it is replaced by its hatchback version.

The Civic hybrid was introduced to the U.S. in spring 2002 as a 2003 model, based on the seventh generation Civic. As with the conventional Civic, it received a styling update for 2004. It is the first hybrid vehicle to be certified as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero- Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) from California's Air Resources Board. The second generation Civic Hybrid is based on the eighth generation Civic, with some styling differences between the U.S. market and Japanese market models. The Civic hybrid ranks as the second best selling electric hybrid car in the U.S. As of the end of January 2009, the total global sales of all Civic hybrid exceeded 255,000.

 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid

Honda produces an exciting new vehicle into the collection, the brand new 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid. Honda has utilized the most up-to-date version of Integrated Motor Assist hybrid drive train into the car. In America, the 2012 hybrid civic has greater EPA-estimated gas mileage compare to any kind of sedan. The gas mileage for highway, city, as well as combined is 44 miles per gallon.

The styling of its front lights, front grill, taillights, rims, and also mirrors have been completely improved to give a much better sleek look to the car. The seats are layered with either leather or cloth and navigation system can be integrated into the Civic Hybrid.

 










The Honda Civic utilizes 1.5 liter V-TEC 4-cylinder engine in 2012 model and even comes with friction reducing systems as a way to have a better performance. The electric motor is lighter and capable of delivering up to 23 hp and 110 hp when used in combination. When accelerating, either the electric and the motor or just the engine to give power to the vehicle. Moreover, either engine can propel the car while cruising. When the driver hit the brakes, the gasoline engine will stop functioning and be replaced instead by electric engine which also behaves as a generator to produce power to the battery. And the moment the driver starts to speed up, the gasoline engine will be activated to deliver additional power.

 

 

Basic version and optional features are offered to add a lot more top quality look to the interior of Civic Hybrid. In the driver's line of sight, the interior has the most frequently referenced info. Information such as album artwork or personal wallpaper backgrounds are displayed by the new Intelligent Multi Information Display on the upper tier And also, the driver is able to collect suggestions on how the driver drives and how it affects fuel consumption by the assist of Eco Guide screen on the upper tier. In an effort to help increase driver's awareness for fuel efficient driving, the speedometer is loaded with blue/green Eco Assist indicators. For head unit, the standard of Civic Hybrid is built with 160 watt AM/FM/CD with 6 speakers. XM Radio will be available when you include the navigation system. This is not just a regular navigation system, but 6.5 inch touchscreen, voice recognition enabled which is linked to Honda's own sat nav system. For a better response time, the navigation system is made with 16 GB flash memory and also includes FM traffic. For additional safety, the driver will be able to receive calls without any difficulty as a result of bluetooth Hands FreeLink function. Besides that, in case you have compatible devices, it even supports video streaming.

In choosing a vehicle, safety must come first. This is exactly why The Civic Hybrid includes a pile of safety features such as motion adaptive EPS system, brake assist, ABS with electronic brake distribution, side curtain airbags, front side airbags, and also dual stage, multiple threshold front airbags.

2011 Kia Optima Hybrid

2011 Kia Optima Hybrid

Every time we read Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the
Galaxy, we find something new. Adams was able to spin phrases that hit on
multiple levels, and his work requires repeated attention to be enjoyed in full.
We wouldn't be surprised if the folks at Kia have
been reading a bit of Adams themselves, because their latest lineup has been
commanding multiple looks.

With new models being churning out both here and abroad, Kia is offering a
range of vehicles that hit consumer needs on multiple levels. The latest member
of the family is the 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid, and it's looking to speak to the
green-tinged car-shopping contingent.The 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid is a rather
handsome beast that looks just like its non-battery-pack-carrying siblings – at
least at first. Just as they do on their more conventionally powered cousins,
the lines on the Optima Hybrid flow rearward from the car's slyly smiling face
and into the slick greenhouse. A subtle shoulder line helps break up the Optima
when viewed in profile, and a set of distinct LED taillamps integrate those same
details neatly into the rear end.

Kia engineers have employed a variety of tweaks to help the hybrid on its
quest for better fuel economy. The non-hybrid Optima enjoys a Nissan
370Z-like 0.29 coefficient of drag, but Kia wanted to get that number
a bit lower for the hybrid. To accomplish this, engineers fitted their
gas-electric baby with grille shutters, a plastic belly pan, rear spoiler,
slightly revised rear fascia and a lower ride height. The result? The Optima
Hybrid's drag coefficient is down to just 0.26.

Further setting the Hybrid apart from the standard Optima are a set of
gas/electric-specific 16-inch alloy wheels, low rolling resistance Hankook tires
and the prerequisite "Hybrid" badge affixed to the rear end. The tires are
perfectly suited for the job and offer a fair amount of grip, yet the rubber's
still built for coasting along smoothly and comfortably. They also handle the
3,490-pound Hybrid's curb weight, an increase of 267 pounds over the 2.4-liter
gas-only Optima (3,223 pounds) and 105 pounds over the 2.0-liter turbo (3,385
pounds). Beyond badges and weight, it's inside where this Kia packs a few
surprises.

The 2011 Optima Hybrid is the first Kia vehicle to feature the company's new
UVO information, entertainment and communication system. We had a chance to sit
down with Henry Bizeh, the national manager of infotainment & connectivity,
for a walk-through of the new unit.

As impressive as UVO sounded when Kia announced the system, it's even more so
in person. The system grabs hold of our speech flawlessly, which it should, as
it's a version of the same technology that Microsoft first developed for Ford's
popular SYNC system. It's hands-free done right, and we're glad to see it
finally appear in more vehicles than just ones wearing blue ovals. UVO, however,
is just one part of the Optima's value equation.

For $26,500 (plus $750 destination and handling), buyers receive an eight-way
power adjustable driver's seat, dual-zone temperature control, push-button start
and a back-up camera. Leather is used to wrap both the steering wheel and shift
knob, and both front windows are one-touch up and down. From the driver's seat,
our backs were supported, our bottoms coddled, and the entire dash cants
slightly towards the driver's seat, a design element we're always keen
on.

This efficient four-door comes generously equipped right out of the gate. Of
course, should you desire a touch more luxury, Kia offers its Hybrid Premium
Technology Package. This big bundle of kit will cost you an extra $5,000, and
adds 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Nexen tires, a panoramic sunroof, heated
and cooled front seats, heated rear seats and HID headlamps. The package
includes a few other small upgrades, but it's the upgraded eight-speaker
Infinity sound system and navigation system that stand out as the main
attraction. Strangely, the higher-quality setup ditches the UVO system. Sure,
the screen gets larger and you have GPS on your side, but we hope Kia combines
its premium audio offerings with UVO sometime soon.

As you'd expect, this midsize isn't just an interior tech machine, it's also
a lightweight at the pump. The 2011 Optima Hybrid is rated at a fuel-sipping
pace of 35 miles per gallon city and 40 miles per gallon highway. For
comparison's sake, the gas-only 2.0-liter model is rated at 24/34, though in our
experience, the numbers it can generate are often better than that.
Unfortunately, we didn't get enough time with the car to see how the Hybrid's
fuel economy shakes out in real world driving.

The Optima Hybrid's thrifty estimated figures arrive courtesy of a 2.4-liter
four-cylinder that works in tandem with a 1.4-kWh electric motor. Together, the
duo pumps out 206 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 195 pound-feet of torque. A 34kw
lithium polymer battery system supplies current to the electric motor, and it
weighs in at 95.9 pounds. All of the that energy is routed through a six-speed
automatic transmission.

As drivers, the conventional torque converter gearbox is a welcome respite
from the CVTs that whine away in most gas-electrics, yet we didn't expect it to
turn the Optima Hybrid into a sporty green machine. Good thing, too, as this Kia
isn't very quick. It can get out of its own way, but we were grateful for the
transmission's good old-fashioned kickdown when we needed a bit more go.

Around town and in everyday driving, there's more than enough power to dole
out, although occasionally the ECU doesn't deliver the exact amount of energy
that your right foot is expecting. The throttle modulation takes some getting
used to. Of course, an extra dose of motivation is only an intermittent
requirement, and we actually found it far more fun to see how long we could keep
the car running on voltage alone. As per Kia, the 2011 Optima Hybrid is capable
of moving along at 62 miles per hour solely on the battery pack's electric
juice. Getting the car to flash the EV light in the dash is as simple as easing
off the throttle pedal. Like Deadliest Catch fisherman in between strings, all
four cylinders take a well-deserved nap until they're once again called into
service.

Once you pull away the extra features and hybrid components, this is still
the same Optima that earned positive marks in our full review, albeit one that's down on trunk space a
bit (hybrid gubbins chop stowage space to just 9.9 cubic feet, down from 15.4).
Its steering accuracy is solid, though feel is still missing. The brakes grab
the wheels and haul in speed rather nicely, and they do this regardless of
driving mode thanks to the hydraulic power brake booster.

The Kia's biggest trump card is arguably its pricing – the Optima hybrid is
feature-rich and wallet-light compared to the rest of the competition. The Ford Fusion Hybrid starts $2,100 higher. The Toyota
Camry Hybrid starts $550 more, is rated at just 31 mpg city/35 mpg highway, and
produces 187 horsepower, which is 19 less than the Optima Hybrid. It's the same
story for the $300 more expensive (and nearly gone) Nissan Altima Hybrid, which yields 33
mpg city and highway while producing 198 horsepower.

The costlier Fusion aside, the only real contender seems to be the Hyundai
Sonata Hybrid, which starts $705 less than the Kia Optima Hybrid.
Hyundai's midsize hybrid also matches the Kia in fuel economy ratings and power
figures, but the Optima Hybrid is treated to a lot more equipment to make up the
difference, including the aforementioned UVO infotainment system.

It may not be Hitchhiker's Guide-good just yet, but Kia's story has
become quite an interesting novel of its own. It may have started a bit slow for
some, but it's certainly picking up and the 2011 Optima Hybrid is its latest
chapter. It doesn't take the processing power of Deep Thought to tell you that a
well-equipped and fuel-efficient midsize sedan should be a sales hit. Now, if
Kia can just bump the highway fuel economy rating to 42...

Chevrolet Aveo

The Chevrolet Aveo is a subcompact automobile manufactured since 2002, originally by the South Korean General Motors (GM) subsidiary, GM Daewoo—and later by other GM-affiliated entities. Marketed worldwide in 120 countries under five brands (Chevrolet, Daewoo, Holden, Pontiac, and Suzuki), the first generation Aveo was originally called Daewoo Kalos in its home market South Korea and many export markets. South Korean models were later rebranded Daewoo Gentra, while in other markets, the first generation model was marketed as the Holden Barina in Australasia, Pontiac G3 in the United States and later Canada, previously in Canada as the Pontiac Wave and currently in Canada as the Suzuki Swift+. The second generation Aveo debuted in January 2011, marketed globally as the "Chevrolet Aveo", in North America as the Chevrolet Sonic, and in Australasia as the "Holden Barina". GM Daewoo introduced the "Daewoo Kalos" in 2002, based on a then-new T200 platform, replacing the Daewoo Lanos (T100). Under development before Daewoo's bankruptcy, the Kalos was the company's first new model introduction following its subsequent takeover by General Motors. Manufacture of the Kalos began in early March, 2002, with pre-production prototypes shown at the Geneva Auto Show in April 2002. The nameplate Kalos derives from the Greek word καλός (kalós) for "beautiful" and "good". Originally designed by Italdesign, the Kalos derives directly from the "Kalos Dream" concept vehicle first presented at the 2000 Paris Motor Show and subsequent developmental concepts at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, 2002 Geneva Auto Show, and 2003 at the Geneva Show. During this three-year development period Daewoo was struggling financially, with the ultimate fate of the company and the concept vehicle remaining uncertain.The T200 sedan and five-door hatchback featured a swage line running along the lower body to the rear door, which kinks downward prominently on the five-door. Five-doors also feature a side window in the C/D pillar with a distinctively angled lower edge. Interiors feature a circular motif throughout.


GM introduced a facelifted sedan at Auto Shanghai 2005, designed in cooperation with PATAC. Bearing the internal code T250 and sold in South Korea as the "Daewoo Gentra", revisions included exterior styling changes, a new interior instrument panel and minor equipment changes, including increased sound deadening. Incorporation of the radio antenna into the rear glass and extensive wind tunnel testing helped reduce the coefficient of drag from 0.348 to 0.326. A facelifted hatchback with the sedan's updated instrument panel was presented as the Chevrolet Aveo during the Frankfurt Motor Show 2007, to be marketed in Europe and North America. The Korean market received its own distinct restyle of the hatchback, the Gentra X, whose bumper without the distinctly "Chevrolet" split grille was also used for the Pontiac, Holden and Suzuki variants. With launch of the Gentra X in South Korea, GMDAT had replaced engines of T250. 1.2 L S-TEC II engine was updated with features such as dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) and timing chain (older version has timing belt) system. 1.6 L E-TEC II engine had replaced with ECOTEC (GEN-III) engine with new features such as variable valve timing mechanism. The second generation Aveo was presented at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. It had been previewed earlier in the year as the Aveo RS concept. The Aveo RS was shown in concept form with 19-inch wheels and a M32 six-speed manual transmission mated to a 1.4-liter turbocharged Ecotec engine, rated at 103 kilowatts (138 hp). The car uses the Gamma II global subcompact platform. Chevrolet will market the new Aveo under the "Chevrolet Sonic" nameplate in United States, Mexican and Canadian markets. The Sonic will be available with a 1.8-liter inline-four producing 101 kW (135 hp) and 169 N·m (125 lb·ft) torque, or a 1.4-liter turbo inline-four producing 103 kW (138 hp) and 201 N·m (148 lb·ft) torque. The 1.8-liter inline-four will be mated to a standard five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission, while the 1.4-liter turbo will have a six-speed manual transmission.

White Chevrolet Aveo Parking

Chevrolet Aveo Specification

Chevrolet Aveo Dashboard View

Chevrolet Aveo Audio System

Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback

Ford Fusion

Ford Fusion is a name used on two different models of cars from the Ford Motor Company.
- Ford Fusion (Europe)
- Ford Fusion (Americas) / Ford Fusion Hybrid

Impressive Silver Ford Fusion

Elegant Ford Fusion

2011 Engines

- 2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 175 hp (130 kW), 172 lb·ft (233 N·m). torque;[31] 23 mpg city/33 mpg highway/26 mpg combined (automatic); 22/30/25 (selectshift, SE/SEL trims); 22/32/25 (manual, S trim); 22/29/24 (manual, SE trim)
- 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 240 hp (179 kW), 223 lb·ft (302 N·m). torque; 20/28/23 FWD; 18/26/20 AWD, gasoline/E85 flex fuel
- 3.5 L Duratec 35 V6 263 hp (196 kW), 249 lb·ft (338 N·m). torque (Fusion Sport); 18/27/21 FWD; 17/24/19 AWD
2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 156 hp (116 kW), 136 lb·ft (184 N·m). torque for hybrids; 41/36/39

2011 Ford Fusion SEL

Strong Ford Fusion Model

The Ford Fusion (code name CD338) is a mid-size car produced by the Ford Motor Company since the 2006 model year. The 2010 model was awarded the Motor Trend Car of the Year and its hybrid version won the 2010 North American Car of the Year Award. The Fusion is manufactured at Ford's Hermosillo Stamping & Assembly plant in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, where the similar and now discontinued Mercury Milan and the Lincoln MKZ are also built. All three cars utilize the CD3 platform, which is, in fact, Mazda's current GG chassis as used for the Mazda6 (M/Y 2003–2008). Ford has used every evolution of the Mazda G platform since 1983.

Ford Fusion Interior

Ford Fusion Seats View

The European Ford Fusion is a stretched version of the Ford Fiesta supermini produced by Ford of Europe since 2002 and sold in Europe and India. The design includes elements of both estates and multi-purpose vehicles. Its extra height compared with the Fiesta is due to both roof racks, increased ground clearance and taller roof, which makes it roomier and more comfortable for taller drivers than regular superminis, drawing it closer to mini MPVs and mini SUVs.

Cars and Hot Girls 2011

Put a beautiful girl next to a hot sports car and you’ve really got something. We’ve been fortunate here at Bullz-Eye.com to photograph many beautiful models, and there’s always something sexy about shooting a hot girl with a cool classic car. We’ve put together some highlights so you can follow the links and see the full photo shoots, so here are some of our favorite Girls and Cars.

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