Thursday, June 13, 2013

Underage Drinking Inside A Police Car


Some people just dont hear the wake-up call when it rings.

The young woman above is 19-year old Tasha Lee Cantrell. She was a passenger in a friends car and when that friend was pulled over, arrested for DUI and the car towed, Tasha Lee asked an Okaloosa County Florida Sheriffs deputy if she could have a ride home. He said yes, she hopped in, and popped open a can of Steel Reserve malt liquor.

Blowing right past the open container issue, the deputy arrested Tasha Lee on underage drinking charges. But from the photo above, she seems okay with that.

Full story at The Smoking Gun.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Car Reviews Porsche Cayman

The manufacturer of this one ever dominate the automotive market in the city of USA as the sports fastest cars.


Porsche also launched one of the new products based Porsche Cayman Porsche 911.









Cayman also undergone many changes, with new 3.4-liter engine 320 hp with MDD dual-clutch automatic and Launch Control can be raced dalah 4.9 second 0-60 mph, Tiptronic automatic transmission, other changes are on the front and rear ends use a halogen lamp with integrated direction LED indicator does not lag, water intake and rear panels wind reflector plate view.

Monday, June 10, 2013

Buy a used car Honda Civic

All Generation Honda Civic like the buyers of used cars. These machines have a high level of reliability. However, despite the excellent reputation of its engines and good driving performance, they are malopraktichnymi. Much less than the original in appearance than its predecessor, the modern Civic wins in practicality, but loses in terms of overall style, inherent to this model. Cars are stylish body, full of originality, compact size and very practical for city use. Appearance: thoroughly work for cars in this category. Corrosion occurs only when a scratch. In the machines of the second generation (1984-87 gg.) Noted dulling paint, poor persistency. In cars Civic third-generation (1988-91 gg.) Coating quality has improved significantly over the previous both in terms of brilliance, and with respect to longevity. As representatives of the Honda Civic of the fourth generation (1992-95.) Noted the fragility of refinishing bumpers, worsening the appearance of the car, and a fifth-generation Civic cars (since 1995), the body is very good (like the 3-door and in 5 -door versions). Lacquer coating of bright colors in cars release in 1995 suffers from small cracks occurring during the operation (washing, the impact of brushes, etc.). In the machines with the release of 1996 paint a different type is used, more durable and particularly resistant to UV rays, but the old "disease" (small crack) still shows up. In addition, vehicles release in 1995 collects the condensation on the inner surface of the spherical reflector headlamps. The trunk has a very small amount. The five-door version of the car Honda Civic has a very good soootnoshenie interior and exterior dimensions, and 4-door - this is a true family vehicle. But the practical suitability of Civic is best expressed in the 3-door, where there is no useless folding door luggage and its internal space itself provides many opportunities for placement of cargo. In the machines of production in 1995 is possible peeling feet fixing glass front windows sunk, causing the glass falls down into the cavity of the door. Sold cars were withdrawn at the place of implementation for the necessary repairs. In the back door marked failure of hooks which fix the glass. Comfort in the cabin is not on the level: there is an apparent lack of space, low ceiling, inconvenient and plohodostupnye rear seats. The equipment is very good. Since 1988, only the basic version of the Honda Civic (with 1,4 - and then with 1.3-liter engines) do not have power steering and electric main and auxiliary equipment. But there is still a few gaps on the part of equipment: central locking has just appeared in 1992, the rear glass 3-door Honda Civic fourth generation can not be opened, is not sufficient protection from shock. Noise in the cabin is quite strong, especially during acceleration. It's tiring on long trips. In the machines of the second generation, some plastic parts deform over time. With regard to skin tissue, it is long. Note also that after run 60.000-80.000 km appears vibration skin salon.

Sunday, June 9, 2013

2011 Chevrolet Volt First One Built


The first "manufacturing validation" example of the Chevrolet Volt electric car went down the assembly line earlier this week.

The Detroit News reports that several hundred more will be built for evaluation and testing before production of for-sale cars begins this fall.

Saturday, June 8, 2013

Older Younger Whos Worse At The Wheel


While we wait for word on the cause of a 76-year old Wisconsin womans alleged runaway Toyota Camry incident,  here are some interesting statistics on age and accidents.

TheAutoInsurance.com finds that more teens per capita are involved in fatal crashes, but more elderly drivers are at fault.  Graphic and facts here.

Thursday, June 6, 2013

New Car Review 2012 Toyota Prius C

Habanero (Orange) 2012 Toyota Prius C with trees in background
The 2012 (and 2013) Toyota Prius C.

Theres a school of thought that says hybrid owners like to call attention to their eco-friendly ways. If true, some say it explains why radically-styled hybrids like the Toyota Prius (well, it was radical until it became a best-seller) outsell "stealth" hybrids like the Honda Civic Hybrid, which looks...exactly like every other Honda Civic.

So what do you do when the Prius styling is beginning to become mainstream, and youre introducing a smaller, lighter, even more economical Prius...one thats less expensive, to boot? How do those people call attention to themselves?

Well, you could paint a huge number of them (including the ones sent to automotive journalists) bright orange. Toyota calls the color "Habanero". I call it "Orange Sherbet With Artificial Coloring".



2012 Toyota Prius C
Rear three-quarters view of the 2012 (and 2013) Toyota Prius C.

But thats surface stuff...and there are 8 other colors in which you can get a Prius C, all much more subdued (including Absolutely Red). What matters here is that, as well equipped versions of the standard Prius approach and even break the $30,000 mark, Toyota has now brought hybrid technology to the entry-level (or near entry-level) market, with a base price of $18,950.

As with the standard Prius and wagon-like Prius V, there are trim levels...One, Two, Three and Four. Ones very basic. Spartan, really, although Toyotas smart enough to realize that Bluetooth and USB need to be standard even on the lowest-levels. Bonus points there. But if you want rear seats that fold down, a cargo area cover or cruise control, you want the Prius C Two ($19,900).

SmartKey, moonroof and nav? Thats the Prius C Three ($21,635). Alloy wheels, heated mirrors, fog lamps and heated SofTex-trimmed seats? Well, my friend, you want the Prius C Four...base price $23,230. But the moonroof from the Three is now an extra-cost option.

And thats how our test vehicle came. With the option box checked for the moonroof and a boost to 16-inch alloy wheels from the standard 15s. With $760 for delivery, the bottom line was $25,140.



While standard Prii at top trim levels are approaching Lexus-like luxury, a loaded Prius C Four...doesnt. If that looks like a lot of hard black and gray plastic above...it is. The accomodations are a lot more like a Yaris than a Lexus, or even a Prius.

On top of that, the Prius C is slow....very, very slow. Toyota admits to 11.5 seconds 0-60. And to do that requires standing on the gas...which isnt the best way to squeeze every mile out of the gas in the tank. It also makes a whole lot more noise (rather unpleasant noise at that) than motion. Plus, weight savings dictated as little sound insulation as possible. Theres a ton of wind and tire noise in the Prius C. Its probably the loudest ride weve had in TireKickers four-year history.

But.

The objective is hybrid-level gas mileage at a reasonable price. And there, we cant argue with the Prius C. Driven gently (which infuriated the people behind us at stop lights), we actually saw 56 mpg on one in-town errand run. The EPA estimate is 53 city/46 highway, which puts it behind only the Nissan Leaf and the Chevrolet Volt on the TireKickers Top Ten Fuel Savers list...at a price far lower than either of those two.





Wednesday, June 5, 2013

PEUGEOT 307 2000 2005



 Technical service manual, use and maintenance of car Peugeot 307 with a 2000 release, and upgraded models of Peugeot 307, which was started in 2005. In the present manual describes the Peugeot 307 models with these types of car engines: Gasoline sixteen-valve engine capacity of 1.4 liters 1.6 liters and 2 liters. Diesel sixteen-valve engine capacity of 1.4, 1.6 and 2 liters. Guide describes the modifications separately cars with bodies of the three-door hatchback, five-door hatchback and station wagon. The manual clearly outlined how the assembly, disassembly of various vehicle components and assemblies, all assembly operations are illustrated razborochno quality drawings, supplemented by detailed comments. Guide contains all the wiring Peugeot 307 car. In addition, the book contains all the necessary information for the current maintenance vehicle and its rules of operation.
Issue: 2009
Author: Cover Design Shcherba AA
ISBN: 978-5-9545-0069-1
Format: PDF
Number of pages: 360
Language: Russian



Download free PEUGEOT 307 (2000-2005) Service manual



Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Clutch Car to Long Life

Canvas clutch does have a life. The more intense the canvas work, the faster the thin surface. When you are thin, an important component in the vehicle drive system should we replace it immediately. On average, once every 4 years. However, do not get me wrong. Many riders who have to replace the canvas clutch much faster than they should. Not solely because of quality problems. But, because of errors in the style of driving. As riders, we can slightly extend the life of the canvas clutch when treated appropriately.

Some time ago, I never called for when driving a car we do not often tread half clutch. The effect of wear is very clear. Stamping a bear like this puts the canvas clutch friction at very hard. That is why the surface of the canvas will be more quickly eroded. This habit is still often done by the rider. Especially, in solid lines and when climbing. They argue, with a half step on the clutch, the engine will not die. Some validity, but more cause losses. Thats why we put it in the first place.


The second way that we have to consider is when you remove the clutch pedal. Canvas clutch would be much more durable if when doing shift the transmission, we do not release the clutch pedal stomping. Remove it slowly. And third, the use of the transmission gear must be in accordance with vehicle speed. Do not accustomed to using high gear when the car speed is low. This habit is still often done the rider. For example, use 4th gear when the vehicle speed is only 20km/jam. Actually, all these calls related to the position of canvas clutch. As part of the vehicle drive system, couplings and their canvas into components of the link between the engine and drive wheels. He served to continue the power generated from the engine to the drive wheels spin. So-wheel drive vehicle capable of moving the total load. Canvas clutch will be longer age when she really we place solely as a liaison. Not as a drag load of the vehicle. Way, follow the above three habits.

Monday, June 3, 2013

Car Reviews Peugeot 3008

Crossover prime Peugeot with a clever luggage.

Model Test: Peugeot 3008
  • Power: 156 hp
  • Torque: 240 Nm
  • Kpj 0-100: 10.0 seconds
  • Fuel consumption 9.6 MPA (combination)
  • 80-0 kpj: 24.9 meters

We Like:
Engine smooth, flexible trunk, driving position

We Do not Like:
Second row headroom

Peugeot 3008 is a car full of innovation claimed in it, both in the design or technology. Beginning in July 2010, PT Astra Peugeot Sales, sole agent (ATPM) Peugeot in Indonesia, officially introduced the car that is imported directly from the Peugeot assembly plant in Sochaux, France, this.

Since its launch in Europe in May last year, Peugeot 3008 claimed to have scored sales of 50,000 units worldwide. This car is also even claim the title "Car of the Year from What Car?, England. While in Indonesia, Constantine Herlijoso, Chief Executive Officer of PT Astra Peugeot Sales, targeting to sell at least 100 units each year.

Judging from its design, 3008 is positioned as a car cross-over (cross-grade crossing) between the SUV and MPV. In the Land of Water, 3008 sold only one model: 156 hp 1.6 liter turbo, automatic transmission with 6-speed Tiptronic.



Peugeot 3008 DESIGN And Technology

In general, the shape of this car is a little unusual for the Indonesian market. However, if explored further, this design is the end result of a merger of two worlds different. 3008 was developed from concept T84 Peugeot, a Peugeot car which describes the ability to build a car from the positive elements MPV and SUV. As a result, we can see the 3008 has a fairly high ground clearance like a SUV, body length, as well as MPV sloping windshield.

3008 standing on a new platform developed by PSA Peugeot-Citroen group called Platform 2. The platform also used Citroen Berlingo, Citroen C4 and Peugeot 308. Peugeot claims to Platform 2 has been developed continuously to produce a platform that not only strong, but also bolstered the car very well at different levels of speed, and be able to muffle the noise to the max.

Depart from one platform, wheelbase 3008 with the 308 hatchback to within 3 mm (2613 mm vs. 2610 mm). As for width, to within 21 mm (1836 mm vs. 1815 mm). Length difference also was only 89 mm. Of the many different dimensions of thin figures, recorded only difference far enough ground clearance, that is equal to 150 mm.

For the safety factor, 3008 completed 6-point airbags, stability control feature / ESP (electronic stability program), ABS (anti-lock braking system), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) and EBA (electronic brake assist). Not to mention the frame construction tech BOGE impact absorbers, an innovation that combines safety with design of the front overhang as protection against impact, and facilitate the body repairs. Uniquely, the front fender panel bermaterial useful recycled plastics to reduce vehicle weight, and impact resistant lightweight at 15 kpj. Fender is also "friendly" to pedestrians when it contacts.

Pruning weight was added with the use of machine-coded EP6CDT, make 3008 seem mild in the accelerated or bernamuver in traffic density. EP6CDT machine is one of two petrol engines offered by Peugeot. However, for the Indonesian market, this is the only engine offered to consumers.

EP6CDT is Euro5 emission standard engine, equipped with a turbo induction tool twinscroll technology. Meanwhile, the technology direct injection that carried also ensures the engine always perform according to their needs with efficient combustion. This machine is powered 156 hp at 5800 rpm. In addition, 240 Nm of torque at low rpm appeared, 1,400 rpm. Acceleration produced with 6-speed tiptronic transmission also feels smooth and "contain" at every level of the spin machine



Peugeot 3008 INTERIOR

Just like a European car, the interior feels spacious and comfortable 3008. Wide field of view resulting from a sloping windshield. In addition, the high seating position also makes the driver feel confident.

Uniquely, this car has a feature that will invite the question: "Where is the brake hand?" In 3008, you will not find a big lever to activate the hand brake. A small handle berlambangkan (P) on the center console, and thats the hand brake lever. Precisely electric hand brake automatically (automatic electronic parking brake). And to disable it, the driver just floored.

According to Peugeot, the position of the instrument and the buttons are designed to instill the theme of principle users. That is, everything is designed for comfort and convenience of drivers and passengers. Clusternya instruments easy to read and the buttons easy didashboard achieved.

Interestingly, this car has a trunk that is very flexible. Peugeot called it a boot-level 3 . Access to the trunk made easier with an open baggage door separately (upper and lower trunk door called hobby). Then it would look like a trunk that has two levels. One level to the main baggage compartment, and another backup space underneath. Only by moving the separator board (cardboard) - which can also be left at home - where storage can change the combination.

The combined sequence is like this: Level 1, is when the cardboard trunk parallel to the floor and produce the most extensive luggage space, Level 2, ie when the board is positioned parallel to the door separating hobby is open. In this way, will be available space by 25% below the separator board. Then finally, the cardboard is positioned parallel to the door of hobby is closed.

This is not a plus if the rear seat folded and produce a more spacious luggage space. Luggage Volume 3008 reached 512 liters with the rear seat enabled. Meanwhile, when the rear seats folded, capacity is doubled to 1604 liters



Peugeot 3008 PERFORMANCE
Sitting behind the wheel in the cockpit is like an airplane. Just unfortunately, the rear headroom a little cramped for tall passengers berpostur. Driving position briefly looked like the model 308, but the layout of his chair higher. This happens because his gorund clearance is higher than the hatchback version.

One crossover performance backbone bearing the Prancing lion lies in the application twin-scroll turbocharger (two-stage turbo fan). This latest generation turbo-class performance on it. EP6CDT engine also uses intercooler system to lower the temperature of the air pressure in the intake. Work also becoming light machine thanks to electric power steering pump applications.

Twin-scroll turbocharger played through twin exhaust manifold-entry which is made separately on the four cylinder gas flow. That is, there are two ports to play the turbine impeller. One port to work in the round bottom, one for work at high speed. Not only that, technically, is believed powerful dual port trim turbo lag (delay of Tubo). Because the flow of exhaust gas will be more specific turn turbines.

This can be seen in akeslerasi in detail, in which gradually kpj 0-10, 0-20 kpj, 00-30 kpj, up to 000-100 kpj was only less than one second per stage. The final result was recorded 10 seconds kpj 0-100 and 0-402 meters in 17.6 seconds at a speed of 135.2 kpj. For system control and braking, the car is equipped with features ABS, EBD, EBA, and ESP. This formation produces kpj 80-0 in 2.2 seconds and stopping distance of 24.9 meters.

Speaking of fuel consumption, incised 3008 9.6 MPA for combined routes in and out of town. As for the urban and out of town, carrying 9.0 MPA and 11.2 MPA.



Peugeot 3008 Driving And CONTROL
Another factor that gives pleasure to drive, namely the application of automatic transmission 6-speed Tiptronic. Besides can be enabled in mode D, made by Aisin sequential automatic gearbox is also featured auto-adaptive capability with driver preference which includes: automatic, sport, and snow mode.

The three features that aim to set the amount of traction wheels to the road surface. When in automatic mode, 3008 to have a sense of driving like his elder brother, 308. Move to the sport, the roar of engines and damping supensi MacPherson strut (front) and independent trailed arm, torsion bar, and anti-roll bar with active roll control (back) will feel more tread to the asphalt.

Functionally, features snow mode is for the state of four seasons. However, in truth, this feature you can use while on the slippery path that tends to eliminate the traction wheels. Take for example the fine sandy paths or roads inundated long enough.

3008 interior comfort features are also abundant, ranging from feature entertainment for the passengers (an audio system with CD player and MP3), leather upholstery, ease of driving (speed limiter plus cruise control, rain sensor, automatic headlights, automatic electric until the hand brake), AC dual zone air filter sensor, up to 13 storage bottles.



Peugeot 3008 ASSESSMENT
Peugeot 3008 offers a blend of two souls. First, the SUV, which is displayed through the sporty single front grille, expressive headlights, and lower front panel (bumper guard front bottom) which plated stainless steel, and high ground clearance. Second, the MPV, which is shown with practicality model folding rear seat settings and applications lower tail gate (bottom of the trunk door) that allows easy access in and out.

3008 body structure is designed not only able to protect its passengers, but also nimble maneuvering and at the same light. 3008 body made from 3-phase steel that is both strong and lightweight. Metal parts joined by welding methods bead to ensure the robustness of the body and also cut the weight.

Saturday, June 1, 2013

April Is Drunk Teen In A Cop Car Month


Its a coast-to-coast celebration...last week in Florida, and this time around, Oregon.

The Florida mug shot wins, but the suspect names...well, Nikita Efimov just sounds a lot more mysterious than Tasha Lee Cantrell.