Audi Cross Quattro

In this year's Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi launched its own new concept car, the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro. The car looks a little like the extended version of the A1 Cabriolet, Audi said this Cross Cabriolet is a convertible and a full-size SUV combination of work
Length：Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro length of 182 inches (4.6 m), 2.5 ft in length than the Tokyo Motor Show exhibition Audi A1 Metroproject, the Quattro concept car, but also than 8 inches long and four-door Jeep Wrangler than Ford's Mustang long6 inches. 75.2 inches, the width of the car basically flat and Mercedes M-Class.
But do not because this convertible version of the Audi A1 excited, we have not finished presentation. The Cross Cabriolet is developed based on the chassis and drivetrain of A4 and A5, the car's height of 64.2 inches, 5 inches higher than the A4 Cabriolet, which also makes it looks more like a Audi Q5 Cabriolet.

Engine：Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro use of the engine is 3.0 liters, the maximum output power of 240 hp TDI engine, peak torque of 369 lb-, in conjunction with quattro permanent four-wheel drive system that can adapt to driving on a variety of road. In addition, the car is also equipped with 21-inch wheels, you can use the electric driver's seat height to allow motorists to obtain the most comfortable driving experience

Fuel consumption：Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro has such excellent engine above also favorably in performance and fuel consumption, average fuel consumption of only 32 mph. This figure is also for Audi outstanding emissions performance of the icing on the cake, so as to satisfy the demanding in the seven years of the introduction of the European emission standards.

Decoration：Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro internal use "Whitehead leather" décor create a classic atmosphere. And an almost known by Audi in the car to use the Google Earth, combined with its navigation system to allow motorists to obtain a wealth of information feast.

Exterior
Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro using "Brass sunset" color appearance, but this color seems to only be used in the concept car above, rather than our own car. The car uses aluminum a column tone and black fabric roof, may be in the true light will look better. Exterior lighting uses LED exterior colors (headlights, turn signals, etc.), very beautiful. Underbody include protection devices, can help the body intact through the sand, pebbles to rocks to.
The car's production number of units will be some limitations, the entire roof completely away, out of sight only takes 17 seconds. Expand Cross Cabriolet quattro is not anti-roll bar, looks more like a real off-road vehicles.

Audi R8

Audi R8 (Audi R8) is a mid-engine two-seater supercar, top speed of 316km / h, was launched in 2006 by the German car manufacturer Audi. Audi R8 is Audi's first production mid-engine super sports car, Lamborghini Gallardo-based development platform combines Audi's experience to win in a number of sporting events, technology and break through the traditional concept of the perfect design.
Detailed introduction：

LED:Audi R8 is equipped with a unique Full-LED headlights, LED lighting is purely headlights. The headlights by 54 high-performance LED lights for day and night driving lights, and shows the extreme of Audi's lighting strategy. LED technology consume less energy, environmental protection, and the use of ordinary lighting system with eyes will not be flashing light highlights. Full-LED headlamps first appeared in the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, and the aluminum Audi Space Frame, earthenware brake pads and central suspension V8 engine with FSI technology to become part of the R8 collection technology.

Exterior:Appearance, the Audi R8 in network design black plastic strip instead of the original silver chrome, the headlight redesigned L-design, cross-shaped daytime running lights are more sharp than cash.Six into a light source combined into the turn signal has been redesigned to be arranged above the headlights. Rear, the taillights have been redesigned flat figure eight design compared to the square taillights in the past more offensive, cash oval exhaust pipe round exhaust pipe replaced.

Interior:Throughout the dynamic inside the body, the driver-centric cockpit structure-oriented concepts, it will be the driver, the instrument panel and center console integration. The upper part of the center console of the dashboard slight tilt to the driver.The flat-bottomed steering wheel with a typical Audi sports car style, and easy driver access.Form follows function: the design of the Audi R8 super sports car has always been implementing this concept. In addition to the driver-centric structure, side window frames also reflects the functional concerns of the models, the choice of material has a high degree of texture and comfortable feel.

AUDI A4

Audi A4 Series sects shape has a sense of technology, all aspects of performance is higher than the average mid-size car, so favored by most of the riders.

Audi A4 [1] in three displacement of sales, respectively, is 1.8T, 2.4 and 3.0. Which 1.8T is divided into Silhouette, manual basic the automatic basic, comfortable and leading technology. 2.4 the displacement divided into three Charming, comfortable and sporty and comfortable Exclusive type. Only a displacement of 3.0, and the installation of a quattro all-wheel-drive system.

Audi A4 to see if you stay away and may even be confused and A6. Audi front styling, the benefits of brand features prominent, but the disadvantages are also obvious, is the lack of personality. Fortunately, A4 and A6 head more than the poor, because the domestic A6 been lengthened. Other things added some edge A4 in the rear of the body
  Strong modification
Line, just a little nuances can reflect the different personality to A6 and administrative level.
The design of the Audi A4 car door handles stressed that the ergonomic effect and improve the function. Sensitive pressure points of the handle, easy to open the door. Also provide the best grip handle, forced open the door so that in the event of a car accident.
Audi A4 rear subtleties can not easily be found. Car radio and telecommunications systems antenna is located at the periphery of the window, and painted a dark color, and thus can not see, does not interfere with the harmonious overall appearance of the tail, in the car wash is no need to remove it or indentation to go.
We know that the The imported Audi A4 with a lot of new technology, including a unique structure with high performance adaptive suspension system, so its handling was especially exciting. This regard domestic A4 did not show weakness. Accurate control of the steering wheel, with the person driving the action, feel the front wheels and the front is very flexible and obedient, even for extreme action, can feel the body is smooth, smooth, smooth test easily by Slalom and variable line, an encouraging result. Manual shift buttons on the steering wheel beckons motorists to release his enthusiasm to take the initiative to look for more driving pleasure.

The interior is very common, but three-spoke steering wheel is a bright spot, which provides the function of the thumb subtraction file, the movement is very strong. In addition, the Audi A4 can be optional the luxury equipment only by the C-Class: car navigation system on the center console can watch TV programs or adjust the audio program, BOSE sound for each journey render artistic passion, the Audi A4 also provides a full-size spare tire, reflecting the Audi all user-centered purpose.
Increased occupant space is a priority project of the Audi A4 interior design. Audi A4 have plenty of rear legroom and head and shoulder space, convenient for tall people, especially the head space, much better than its competitors in Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series.

Audi A4 inherited the tradition of Audi's focus on safety, the number of standard safety equipment for the crew to create the ideal security environment [4], to the international passive safety standards. Both sides of the head protection air curtain covering almost the entire side surface from the A-pillar to the rear of the compartment; Collision Sensor can detect the accident severity, the new intelligent design for the front airbags and ensure airbag timely open.
ESP with state through an integrated automatic control to help the driver control the vehicle in the form of improper steering potential crisis situation, improve the active safety of the Audi A4.

New generation with a new Audi A4 B8 platform guarantee its handling than beyond the preceding paragraph. A new generation of Audi A4 front axle to move forward 154mm engine focus more on the role after the front axle, bringing the center of gravity of the entire vehicle backward, making the whole car before and after the counterweight more balanced handling resulting improved significantly. In addition, through the use of a new body material makes the new Audi A4 body stiffness improve further reduce the weight, more new A4 as the characteristics of the luxury sports car. State-of-the-art Audi dynamic steering system is also based on the intention of the driver and the vehicle speed to enhance timely change the steering ratio, formed by the experience slippery surfaces, the system can also be different on the left and right wheels friction lane departure timely steering adjustment, making the vehicle travels always follow the correct trajectory.
In the past two years, AUDI finally on the total amount of sales in the global market beyond the old rival BMW. The breakthrough hero AUDI this success is undoubtedly the launch in 2008, four generations B8 A4. Not only makes AUDI B8 A4 success beyond occupy about 1/3 of sales of the BMW 3 Series in Germany, the market share leader; more in the Chinese market, with the longer wheelbase, a solid advantage of the Audi brand in the country. It can be said that The B8 A4 successful Audi finally beat the BMW, the contest between victory.

All Wheel Drive System for modem vehicles. (Part 2)

Full-time all wheel drive

This is a permanent all wheel drive or permanently engaged all wheel drive system. All wheels are powered at all times. The vehicles with full-time all wheel drive are equipped with a center differential that lets all wheels travel different distances while turning. This type of all wheel drive can be used both on and off road. In slippery conditions, the center differential can be locked, whether manually or automatically, depending on the vehicle.

When a manual center differential lock (available on off-road vehicles and some SUVs) is engaged, the transmission's behavior is similar to part-time all wheel drive, i.e. the front and rear driveshafts rotate at the same speed. The use of full-time all wheel drive with locked center differential is limited to surfaces with low traction.

In case of an automatic lock, a Torsen differential, viscous coupling, multi-plate hydraulic clutch, or similar traction device is used in conjunction with the center differential. When a wheel slip occurs (one driveshaft rotates faster than the other) the device locks the center differential and the torque is transferred from the axle that slips to the other axle that has traction. As soon as the wheel slip is eliminated, the device unlocks.

Some vehicles (Land Rover Discovery II, pre-xDrive BMW X5) do not have a locking center differential, but are equipped with an electronic traction control system (known as Electronic Differential Lock - EDL) on all four wheels. This electronic system detects slipping wheels by reading ABS sensors, then it applies brakes to the slipping wheels and the torque gets transferred to the wheels that have traction. While it performs well on slippery roads, the system cannot compete with a real mechanically locking differential when driving off-road.

It should be noted that the tech and name might be different, but the ideas are the same: keep all wheels torqued to achieve a better maneuverability on all terrains. 

Mercedes 4Matic All Wheel Drive System Explanation

Best Small SUVs Reviews ( Part 1 )

If you don't need to haul a heavy load and you don't require hardcore off-road capabilities then vehicles on the list of best small SUVs should be pretty appealing to you. These are vehicles that typically have a smaller engine, so they offer great fuel-economy. They are as practical for a small family as they are for the single person who hauls camping gear or friends from time-to-time.

Starting the list of best small SUVs is the 2013 Subaru Forester. It comes with standard all-wheel drive, so it is always prepared for changing road and weather conditions, and it is surprisingly useful to tackle the great outdoors, as it provides 2 inches more ground clearance than most competitors. Seating for five is quite roomy and behind the front seat, you get 68.3 cubic feet of cargo space.

The 2013 Jeep Wrangler has been considered an American icon for a long time, earning it a spot on the list of best small SUVs. With its unparalleled off-road capabilities, this is the one more outdoor and adventure enthusiasts turn to over the rest. It is available in two and four-door varieties and it can even be a convertible. Its strong 285 horsepower V6 engine offers fast acceleration and impressive towing capabilities.

Next on the list of best small SUVs is the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With its charming exterior, sophisticated cabin and amazingly smooth ride, it is hard to believe it is one of the more budget-friendly options starting at only $23,755. For 2013, Equinox gets a new 3.6-liter V6 engine and now offers innovative available features, such as smartphone app integration, remote garage door opener, rear seat entertainment system and a revised touchscreen interface.

All Wheel Drive System for modem vehicles. (Part 1)

The all-wheel-drive (4WD) system is the soul for 4x4 vehicles, and the key feature that makes a true 4x4 goes off-road.

There are four types of AWD systems, covering not only 4x4 vehicles like the old rugged mighty FJ40 but also performance vehicles, such as famous Subaru STI series.

1. Part-time all wheel drive

This is a "temporary" all wheel drive system. In normal driving conditions, just one axle (the rear axle normally) is driven. In slippery conditions, another axle is engaged by the driver, whether by a lever or a button. This type of all wheel drive does not have a center differential - when all wheel drive is engaged, the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically connected and rotate at the same speed.

Because the part-time all wheel drive system does not have a center differential, the front wheels cannot go faster than the rear wheels. This type of all wheel drive cannot be used on pavement. Turning on pavement (even on a wet pavement) with all wheel drive engaged causes transmission windup and increases the chances of the transmission breakdown. When all wheel drive is engaged, the vehicle heavily understeers and this can lead to an accident.

The all wheel drive mode should only be used on surfaces with low traction (mud, snow, ice, sand), for short periods, and at low speeds. In these conditions the transmission windup is eliminated by slipping of the wheels.

Most of the modem SUVs are part-time AWD, such as VW Tiguan. The part-time AWD sacrifices some off-road capabilities for better fuel efficiency. And with the help of Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC)systems , even some of the high-end two-wheel-drive systems are able to perform closely to a AWD system.

Audi A6L

Audi A6 multitronic / manual gearbox, integrated in the history of the limousine for the first time to achieve a true continuously variable. It uses the metal chain drive way, completely replaced the traditional gear set variable speed mode, the power output is no sense of frustration more than ordinary automatic transmission are smooth, also has a manual transmission as fast and sensitive, but also more fuel savings and controlled more comfortable.

 S newly created file to improve acceleration, increased driving pleasure.multitronic / manual gearbox integrated the most fascinating is that it will eventually overcome all the deficiencies of the automatic transmission and manual gearbox, leapfrogged the performance of the two, the car transmission technology leap .

 Comfort and luxury behind Audi nuanced state-of-the-art, and the car refrigerator designed for Audi A6 with mobile, resistance to bumps tilt. Highly stable working state.High-quality TV / DVD system security integrated into the original structure of the Audi A6, versatile, and easy to operate, the electric senior mahogany desk can be described as careful as ergonomic touch of a button, you can open or put down the table plate , extensible, adjustable angle.

 

Lexus Rx

The Lexus RX is a crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) sold since 1998 by Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. Three generations of the Lexus RX have been produced to date, the first being compact in size, and the latter two classified as mid-size. Both front- and four-wheel drive configurations have been used on the RX series, and several gasoline power train options, including V6 engines and hybrid systems, have been offered. Prior to the third generation model, Japanese sales occurred under the name Toyota Harrier as Lexus had yet to be launched in Japan. In the Lexus model lineup, the RX sits below the larger GX and LX body-on-frame SUVs, and remains the marque's only crossover model. The RX name stands for Radiant Crossover. It has also been labelled as "Recreation Cross Country" in some markets. From the year it was born to the year of 2012, there has been 3 generations of Lexus RX,this post only discuss the latest model in the year of 2012.


2012–present
Facelift Lexus RX 450h F Sport (Germany)
A facelift was designed in late 2010 and patented on January 7, 2011 under design registration number 001845801-0004. The facelift was unveiled at the March 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March with new wheels, interior colors, new head and tail lamps and new grilles. New LED running lights were introduced as well. The F Sport was introduced, with a honeycomb grille, 8-speed automatic transmission, and a unique sporty interior. In the US, the new model uses theLexus Enform telematics system, which includes the Safety Connect SOS system and Shazam tagging. Sales began worldwide in April 2012 for the RX 350 and RX 450h, with sales for the F-Sport variants starting in July of the same year.
Several awards won by the third generation Lexus RX include AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award for Luxury Crossover SUV, Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Award for Luxury Utility Vehicle, and Residual Value Award for Near Luxury SUV from Automotive Lease Guide. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the RX 350 its Top Safety Pick accolade. In 2013, J.D. Power and Associates named the RX as the most dependable vehicle in the U.S.; it was the first time a SUV/crossover had ever been listed as such.

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash test results has given the RX 350 the maximum five star rating in the Frontal Driver, Frontal Passenger, Side Driver, and Side Rear Passenger categories, and four of five stars in the Rollover category. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rated the RX 350 a Top Safety Pick given "Good" overall ratings in both frontal offset and side crash tests, the RX also received "Good" ratings in all 14 measured categories.

2013 Audi Q7 TDI

Audi Q7 2013 TDI

The interior of the Audi Q7 2013 model year TDI models have to undergo refinements

The ceiling smooth width of the lines, narrowed front of very compelling, with a strong tail, the body is very dynamic characteristics. 2013 Audi Q7 total length of 5086 mm, wheelbase of 3002 mm. Its size in the SUV field belongs to a larger one. 2013 Audi Q7 can seat and load space up to 28 multi-functional combination to create a different space. It also has similar models in the 775-liter luggage compartment space. 2013 Audi Q7 New Island Blue body color, standard LED license plate light, exhaust pipe into a flat chrome style, with front and rear camera visual reversing system, and the whole system comes standard upgrade version of the voice navigation. Also equipped with Audi connect Internet Technology, users can view the news anytime, anywhere online, also has a roadside assistance call service functions. In the interior, the new model offers three the Audi exclusive Exclusive respected package ", in which users can choose their favorite interior style.

Inside: As a luxury SUV, the 2013 Audi Q7 interior prime distinguished and luxurious design, the better the quality known. This time, the interior of the Audi Q7 2013 model year TDI models have to undergo refinements: the car glass lift switch and cup holders have been chrome trim, shiny metal trim enhance the car's sense of honor; the dashboard display background color from black to white, the condition of the vehicle at a glance.

Power: the Audi 2013 Audi Q7 equipped with this V6-3.0L mechanical supercharged engine is the engine on a pinnacle of. This engine has two different adjustment. Low-power version: the maximum power 200kw/4750-6500rpm; maximum torque 400N m/2250-4750rpm. 0-100 km acceleration time of just 7.9 seconds, naturally aspirated models than the old 3.6FSI 0.6 seconds faster.

Body-on-frame Chassis and Frameless Chassis

  Body-on-frame Chassis and   Monocoque (Uni-body) Chassis are two typical chassis type used by car manufactures nowadays.
  Body-on-frame is an automobile construction method. Mounting a separate body to a rigid frame that supports the drivetrain was the original method of building automobiles, and its use continues to this day on almost all 4x4 automobiles and some of the crossover SUV.

This picture shows a typical Body-on-frame 4x4

     

This picture shows a typical Uni-body sedan.

There are other frame styles such as Ladder-frame, Backbone tube, Sub-frame etc etc. Among them, the Uni-body is most popular due to its low production cost. However Uni-body frames are fragile and might be heavily damaged in accident and impractical to repair.  It is hard to find the right balance.

How I design the blogger in the way it is







My group decided the topic of our blogger is cars, we are going to show several car models, including SUVs, saloon cars and so on, then we will discuss how cars can bring people emotional feelings. Our topic is going to be quite interesting. Originally, car was a cutting-edge invention, which was used for transpotation carriage and combat etc. But then it has more emotional functions such as flaunt the wealth or power of the owner, however, for some other people, owning a car means saying good bye to puberty and growing up, in that moment, car is actually a symbol of truly getting hold of their lives.


A car can greatly expend the range a person can reach. Driving in a car can fulfill your satisfaction of meeting and conquering challenges, make your mind blow and create an adrenaline surge. Basic on those ideas, I decided to set a hill background image, and in fact the image is about a person look the hill through a car window, because you can see there are some raindrops on the car window, indicating someone is driving a car and is meeting a challenge bravely. which fits my idea very well.


In my opinion, a blogger about cars should be cool and sharp and the theme of my blogger is mainly black, and it is cool and sharp when is goes with blue-hill background image.