Toyota Yaris HSD Concept

Making its world debut at the 2011 Geneva motor show, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept will be the next generation Yaris on sale in Europe in second half of 2012. Following the successful introduction of the Auris HSD to the C-segment in 2010, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept anticipates manufacturer’s intention to bring Hybrid Synergy Drive® to the B-segment, the biggest volume segment in Europe.

The Toyota Yaris HSD concept offering a combination of small, compact packaging and a spacious practical interior, while introducing a new, more advanced and sophisticated style to the interior. Flanked by highly contoured headlamps, the upper grille opening is shallow, helping the air flow smoothly over the upper half of the body. In profile, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept’s sleek, monoform shape is emphasised by the long, sweeping roofline and a single, crisp character line which runs smoothly through the length of the vehicle. Short front and rear overhangs and a long wheelbase maximise passenger accommodation and loadspace on board.

Solar panels have been applied to the entire roof surface of the Toyota Yaris HSD concept. This engineering solution targets the independent powering of the air-conditioning unit for improved full hybrid powertrain fuel economy.


The Toyota Yaris HSD will be launched throughout Europe in the second half of 2012. Committed to the highest standards in build quality, Toyota has determined that the new full hybrid will be produced at the Valenciennes plant of Toyota Motor Manufacturing France.

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Toyota FT-86 II Concept Car Review 2011

‘When the Toyota 2000 GT was built, I was eleven years old – and I loved it. I said: “I want to drive something like this when I grow up”. My dream came true when I drove a 2000 GT in a vintage car rally. That was a really great experience. I want young people to feel those same desires when they see a new Toyota sports car. I want to transfer the thrill of the race track to our vehicles, and make driving fun and exciting for our customers.’ Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation.
Since Toyota began the development of its 2-cylinder boxer engined Sports 800 in 1962, the company has maintained a long history of creating exciting, driver-focused sports cars that have proved as popular with the public as they have been successful in competition.

The beautiful Toyota FT-86 II helped establish the company’s global reputation as a sports car manufacturer. With its reputation for delivering pure excitement and embodying the fundamental joy of driving, the Corolla Levin AE86 is the inspiration behind Toyota’s latest sports car concept, the Future Toyota-86 II. Sharing its predecessor’s front engine, rear-wheel drive credentials, the Toyota FT-86 II concept introduces a new generation of sports car which perfectly recaptures the exhilarating spirit of the last Corolla Levin AE86.

The Toyota FT-86 II Concept Car debut at the 2011 Geneva motor show, with its long hood down, high wing and rear of the cabin, pay Toyota FT-86 II Concept pay homage to the history of Toyota sports and is a concept totally driver-oriented. The small, highly aerodynamic body is stretched over difficult technical issues with the muscular body is represented as compact as possible. The concept of measures 4,235 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1270 mm high, with a long, 2570 mm wheelbase.

Instead of using a heavy displacement, much of the transmission system to ensure performance, the Toyota FT-86 II Concept back to the roots of sport boxer engine Toyota through a combination of free gasoline speed manual transmission with six-speed compact lightweight and a low center of gravity to achieve better power to weight ratio possible.

Both the transmission and the driving position is as low as possible and to optimize the balance between the most balance, agility and stability at high speeds. When the configuration front-engine/rear-wheel-drive gives the car a lively, easy performance is easy to use and enjoy.  

Toyota FT-86 II Concept is the latest stage of development of a new, compact, sporty rear-wheel drive, which is jointly developed by Toyota and Fuji Heavy Industries (Subaru). The new model will be launched in Europe in 2012.
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Advantages Of Hybrid Cars Over Conventional Cars

Due to the increasing cost of fuel and the environmental damage it causes to our planet, many car owners or buyers are looking for an alternative way to save money. Let's deal with fuel supply is finite and the price of gas is only going to climb higher. This is where a hybrid car has its advantages

Hybrid cars are gaining in popularity in recent years. With low production costs and new hybrid car technology being developed, owning a hybrid car is becoming accessible to everyone.

Hybrid car saves gas

The obvious advantage of using hybrid cars is that it saves gas. Combining the cleaner energy of an electric motor with the long-range capacity of a gasoline engine allows a hybrid car to save up to 30 miles per gallon. One feature of hybrid cars is that the gasoline engine turns off automatically when the car stops. This also helps in saving fuel. This is also the reason why hybrid cars are so quiet because it is stationary. The gasoline engine is automatically activated when you step on the accelerator pedal.

Hybrid cars are environment friendly

Hybrid cars emit less toxic emissions than conventional gasoline cars due to less gasoline being burned. It is environmentally friendly, causes less pollution and releases less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. If you do not know, carbon dioxide is a major reason for the increase of global warming. For example, the Toyota Prius can reduce exhaust emissions up to ninety percent and emissions of greenhouse gases up to fifty percent.

Tax incentives for hybrid cars

Because of the political pressures of the world to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, President Bush has signed an agreement in 2005 to provide tax relief for buyers of hybrid cars. The tax incentive varies by model and are based on two factors

1. How fuel efficient the hybrid car is compared to a conventional machine in 2002 with the same weight class.

2. How much gasoline the hybrid car may save his life compared to an equivalent conventional car

For example, a Honda Accord hybrid car have reduced tax credits of $ 600, while a Toyota Prius has a tax credit of $ 3150. Do note that the tax credits expire after 2010 for most hybrid cars.

Hybrid car manufacturers are continually looking for ways to reduce fuel consumption and better fuel efficiency. Furthermore, as more hybrid cars are being adopted, the cost of hybrid cars will reduce making it more accessible to all.

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Install A "Green" Air Filter!

All right now, no laughing. Probably the easiest part to swap out in a car is the air filter. A quick pop of the hood and the loosening of a couple of clamps or a wing nut and you simply reach in and pull out the old air filter. Next, open the box up containing your new air filter, pop it into place, secure everything and you are done. Five, maybe ten minutes to accomplish the easiest job going. So, why doesn't everyone change their own air filter? More importantly, why don't more people opt for environmentally friendly air filters, commonly known as "green" air filters? You can install a green air filter yourself and do much more than keep the air clean in the process.

So, what is a "green" air filter? A green air filter is an environmentally friendly air filter. No, they aren't usually green as the color green is what signifies that the product works in harmony with nature. Now go hug a tree.

With a reusable air filter, you never have to buy another air filter again for your car. Periodically, all you would have to do is take the air filter out, clean it, and then reinstall it. Reusable air filters, such as an AFE air filter, are made of a washable cotton gauze material. As you probably know, cotton is one of the most durable materials on God's green earth.

In many states, disposing of trash is a big problem. You can do your part by not adding to the problem. Just think about it: over the lifespan of a car you could easily add 8, 10, 15 or more air filters and boxes to the city dump. With a reusable air filter, less is actually more.

A deep pleat in a reusable air filter means better filtration: your car's engine "breathes" better with a higher quality, natural product. As you may know, an efficient engine uses less fuel too.

Sure, a reusable air filter will cost you more, approximately 2-4 times the price of a throw away air filter. However, you will recoup that money over time and do your part in showing environmental responsibility. Who can put a price on all of that? Go with green and make a difference today!

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Dual Power

The first hybrid gas electric car did not come out in 1983, but in 1917. The Woods Dual Power was built by the Woods Motor Vehicle Company of Chicago. Because the gas engine was so rough, but supplied more power and electric cars were smoother, but had limited range, the Woods Motor Vehicle Company wanted to supply a car that gave you the best of both worlds.

The best part is, it was a full hybrid (listen up GM) with regenerative braking. The engine was a parallel hybrid that included a 12-hp, 4-cylinder gasoline engine as an auxiliary drive system in addition to the electric drive train. The electric engine could propel the car up to 20 mph. Together with the gas engine, the dual wood power could get up to 35 mph.

The gas engine and electric engine were connected using a magnetic clutch. The gas engine became magnetized when activated (by a lever controlled by the driver). The copper disk was pulled against the flywheel connecting the electric motor to the gas engine.

Only the electric motor could be used while going in reverse. Why? Because the engine had no clutch and so the gas engine had no gears!

The car battery designed for this car was about half the size of the batteries in other electric cars of the time. Once the car got up to 20 mph, the gas engine could be engaged, allowing the electric motor and gas motor to work together. The battery could be recharged or discharged by another lever. Recharging was done by the gas motor (at speeds over 6 mph) or by braking on level ground or when coasting down hills. A conventional brake pedal was only used at speeds of less than 6 mph.

Available for only $2650 (remember this was 1917). Wire wheels were a luxury, costing an extra $25. Or you could 'pimp' your vehicle out for another $100 (paint and trim).

Ultimately, the first hybrid was a commercial failure. It was built only in 1917 and 1918. It was too expensive, too slow, and too difficult to service to be a commercial success.

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6 Pocket Rockets

Just as the car is small does not mean it has to be slow. In fact, some of the fastest cars on the road cars of today. Why? Because their owners are modified to the point where you can squeeze more power and acceleration. Let's take a look at six cars that qualify as true "pocket rockets."

There For the sake of argument, here are some basic rules for the pocket rocket:
The car must be a compact or less.

Must aspirated engine = turbo cars - four cylinders only. Need new versions of all cars retail for less than $ 20,000.

after the rocket so that all cars qualify pocket when all conditions are met:

Dodge Neon, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Scion tC, Subaru Impreza and Volkswagen Golf.

Unfortunately, the Mitsubishi Eclipse retail just over $ 20,000 so that does not qualify. Moreover, it is too much like a sports car, consider the vehicle that is a bit 'simple, before being transformed by aftermarket parts.

Dodge Neon - Technically, the neon is no longer in production in 2005 was the last model. Still, a 2.0L 132hp engine, the Neon is a favorite affordable to enjoy the younger personalization of their vehicles

Ford Focus - A lemon no more! Earlier models of the Focus were problem plagued, but the machine has made significant progress in recent years and found Consumer Reports recommended buy label too. The stubby ZX3 produces 136 horses with its 2.0L engine

Honda Civic - redesigned for 2006, the Civic has been a favorite of fans for over thirty years. Its teeny 1.8L engine pushes out an impressive 140 horsepower. The new Civic is a far cry from the "pregnant roller" skate first appearance of the Civic. Grateful owners.

Scion TC-Unlike its two boxy brethren, the TC has an elegant appearance and demeanor rocket. With a 2.3L under the hood, the engine TC second largest of any car in this class. You net 160 horses with the Scion.

Subaru Impreza - The largest car in this class is the most powerful engine, the engine producing 173 horsepower 2.5L Boxter. Very competitive with larger cars and more powerful, but a favorite among the "pocket rocket" fan anyway.

VW Golf - A Golf 2.0L 115hp unit, but allows the car to be light to buzz down the road is pretty good clip.

Favorite ways to squeeze more power owners pocket rocket includes the following sections to install aftermarket:

Among the top vendors; reusable K & N air filters and Green.

Tracks include; cold air intake system: K & N, AEM, and Airaid.
Cat-back exhaust systems, the main producers are: Magnaflow and lively.

Performance Chip Jet Chips Hypertec and lead by example.

performance level is measured increases in power, thrust and acceleration. Depending on the components installed and model selected, the improvements can range from small to significant. Regardless, all six models have the potential to be a real pocket rocket, and that part of the fun in single ownership.

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Advantages Of Hybrid Cars Over Conventional Cars

Due to the increasing cost of fuel and the environmental damage it causes to our planet, many car owners or buyers are looking for an alternative way to save money. Let's deal with fuel supply is finite and the price of gas is only going to climb higher. This is where a hybrid car has its advantages

Hybrid cars are gaining in popularity in recent years. With low production costs and new hybrid car technology being developed, owning a hybrid car is becoming accessible to everyone.

Hybrid car saves gas

The obvious advantage of using hybrid cars is that it saves gas. Combining the cleaner energy of an electric motor with the long-range capacity of a gasoline engine allows a hybrid car to save up to 30 miles per gallon. One feature of hybrid cars is that the gasoline engine turns off automatically when the car stops. This also helps in saving fuel. This is also the reason why hybrid cars are so quiet because it is stationary. The gasoline engine is automatically activated when you step on the accelerator pedal.

Hybrid cars are environment friendly

Hybrid cars emit less toxic emissions than conventional gasoline cars due to less gasoline being burned. It is environmentally friendly, causes less pollution and releases less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. If you do not know, carbon dioxide is a major reason for the increase of global warming. For example, the Toyota Prius can reduce exhaust emissions up to ninety percent and emissions of greenhouse gases up to fifty percent.

Tax incentives for hybrid cars

Because of the political pressures of the world to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, President Bush has signed an agreement in 2005 to provide tax relief for buyers of hybrid cars. The tax incentive varies by model and are based on two factors

1. How fuel efficient the hybrid car is compared to a conventional machine in 2002 with the same weight class.

2. How much gasoline the hybrid car may save his life compared to an equivalent conventional car

For example, a Honda Accord hybrid car have reduced tax credits of $ 600, while a Toyota Prius has a tax credit of $ 3150. Do note that the tax credits expire after 2010 for most hybrid cars.

Hybrid car manufacturers are continually looking for ways to reduce fuel consumption and better fuel efficiency. Furthermore, as more hybrid cars are being adopted, the cost of hybrid cars will reduce making it more accessible to all.

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