Chrysler GEM Peapod model year 2009

Chrysler GEM Peapod

Clean and green transportation gets a new look and feel as GEM a Chrysler LLC company introduces the next generation of clean gas free and emission free battery electric vehicles

The vehicle's innovative groundbreaking design with its striking pod like shape and sleek lines reflects the environmentally friendly nature that has been the hallmark of GEM since its founding 10 years ago

The user friendly mood of the vehicle named the GEM Peapod is enhanced with the newly designed center console that will offer iPod integration, as well as hands free operation of the customer's iPhone Other innovations include ergonomic supportive  mesh seating which enables air circulation for comfort and uses eco friendly recycled and recyclable materials

 We have evolved the GEM design language to better reflect its eco-friendly performance and its upbeat positive image said Peter Arnell Chrysler LLC's Chief Innovation Officer who led the design process These vehicles use no gasoline and emit no pollutants. So whether it's a trip around the neighborhood or the drive to school or work the GEM Peapod is the ideal way to contribute to a greener planet and a healthy lifestyle

GEM will also get a new name  GreenEcoMobility Arnell said signifying the company's goal to redefine environmentally friendly vehicles

Chrysler will show the styling model for the production 2009 GEM at the company's headquarters Sept. 23, 2008 The re-designed GEM is scheduled for production in 2009

The Peapod represents the first in a series of product launches that will redefine the future of electric vehicles said the company's CEO Bruce Coventry

 With this next generation GEM, we will broaden the market for this clean  emission-free technology Coventry said

In addition to the 2009 GEM Peapod neighborhood electric vehicle Coventry said  GEM has plans to market a new light duty battery electric commercial truck and a larger city electric vehicle with more range and performance These vehicles are scheduled for production within the next year he said

Today's GEM is the nation's No 1 zero emission electric vehicle with 38,000 produced and in use GEM vehicles are used in settings such as city centers planned communities military bases college campuses corporate and commercial centers  and city state and national parks

 Over the past decade, GEM has established itself as the nation's leading battery powered pure electric vehicle said GEM President and COO Rick Kasper We have done that by responding to the needs of our customers for safety utility versatility and performance in environmentally friendly vehicles

GEM cars are available in six models two four- and six-passenger cars and three utility vehicles GEM neighborhood electric vehicles have a top speed of 25 miles per hour a range of up to 30 miles per charge  battery charge is extended through use of regenerative braking and are street legal in more than 40 states The vehicles can be recharged anytime anywhere with a standard 110 volt outlet Recharge time is approximately six to eight hours

By replacing conventional vehicles GEM vehicles can reduce overall emissions of pollutants particularly during short trips when conventional vehicles create the most tailpipe emissions GEM vehicles have been driven a combined 200 million miles and averted more than 150 tons of pollutants from reaching the air while saving 10 million gallons of gasoline

Chrysler GEM Peapod model year 2009

Chrysler GEM Peapod model year 2009  from the interior 

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

When it first debuted, the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano set a new standard in terms of performance that remains a benchmark for new sports car development to this day. Now Ferrari is introducing the new Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) package for the model to further underscore its sportiness and handling.

The package includes a modified set-up with stiffer springs and rear anti-roll bar as well as new calibration settings for the magnetorheological shock absorbers when the manettino is at its sportier settings. The ride height has also been lowered which in turn lowers the car's centre of gravity. This combined with the new set-up helps improve body control. The package also includes specifically optimised tyres featuring a compound that offers even better grip.

The car's electronics have also evolved to ensure even more prompt response to driver commands. The F1 gearbox's shifts are now even faster in high-performance settings, while a new engine software strategy has improved accelerator response.

The exhaust silencer has also been modified with the result producing an even more marked and thrilling sound under hard usage whilst still delivering just the right comfort levels at cruising speed

From a styling point of view, the package also includes some distinctively sporty exterior and interior features with carbon-fibre widely used in the latter The 20  split-rim wheels are new with a special diamond cut and matte silver finish. The rear diffuser is finished in matte black to underscore the car's new set up and highlight the chromed tail pipes The cabin is sportier too thanks to a sophisticated mix of full grain leather black Alcantara® and carbon fibre trim

The new seats are trimmed in a new two-tone combination of leather with black Alcantara® inserts and the seat backs are trimmed entirely in carbon fibre  Embroidered in contrasting stitching on the headrest are a Prancing Horse and the words  Handling GTE

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Fiat Bravo model year 2011

2011 Fiat Bravo model year
eA modrn automobile, packed with technology, with excellent level of comfort, safety and performance. Manufactured in Brazil, the new Fiat Bravo has exceeding attributed to be a strong rival in the prestigious segment of medium hatchbacks. And it arrives to consolidate Fiat's innovative reputation, proving that evolution does not know limits.
And evolution is really its brand. Fiat Bravo arrives to please the most demanding consumer: differentiated design, cutting-edge technology, with equipment that makes it truly complete; generous internal space with a lot of sophistication; besides sportiveness, with its refined and high efficiency mechanics.

An exactly beautiful automobile. Without doubt, the design is one of Fiat Bravo's strengths. Its aggressive and dynamic lines - inspired partly in the design of the Large Family automobiles - bear sportiveness together with the celebrated Italian design, but maintaining the new family feeling of the Fiat models.

Fiat Bravo arrives with two potent motorizations - the national 1.8 16V E.torQ with mechanical transmission or Dualogic, and the imported 1.4 T-Jet with 6-gear transmission - and three finishing versions - Essence, Absolute and T-Jet - very well equipped.

Fiat Bravo, for example, can be equipped with up to seven airbags - two frontal, two front sides, two for the protection of occupants' heads, besides one for protection of the driver's knees. With Dual Drive® electric steering, it arrives with avant-garde technology like fog lights with cornering system, NAV™ Radio, Xenon headlights, front parking sensor, folding external rearview mirrors and a new Skydome sunroof.

Thus, driving it becomes an extremely pleasant experience, furthermore because internally it has excellent space - to accommodate five people comfortably -, good trunk and a level of prime quality finish in all versions.

With this important launching, Fiat Automóveis seeks to cause strong impact on the medium hatchback segment and to increase its share in this segment.

TECHNOLOGY

Within the best Fiat tradition, the new Fiat Bravo brings a lot of technology. There are diverse equipment that make the driver's life easier or that broadens the occupants' safety, some of which make their debut in the Fiat series, in models of the segment or even in Brazil. They contribute to make Fiat Bravo a complete automobile, equipped with all resources to offer the best and safest life on board. Get to know them.

To expand comfort, Fiat customer counts on:

NAV™ Radio. Novelty in the Fiat series, the system adds RDS (Radio Data System) radio, MP3, CD player, trip computer functions and satellite navigation system (GPS). The device interface is a 6.5 inch liquid crystal screen, 256 colors and 400 x 240 pixel resolution.

The GPS guides the driver through sonorous and visual instructions, and the vehicle's position is always updated by satellite. The main information and functions provided by the navigation system are:

    Written and spoken instructions, with indications of the vehicle's distance to its destination and the estimated time of arrival. The vocal instructions are done in advance, so that the driver may have ample time to fulfill them;
    Detailed cartography, representing the vehicle's updated position, the trajectory and the destination;
    Navigation logbook that allows the memorization of the last 10 requested destinations;
    Name of the road on which the vehicle is found;
    Choice of trajectory options in accordance with the driver's preferences;
    Zoom function, for more detailed analysis.

On the main screen diverse information is exhibited, like date and time, audio information, active mode (NAV), vehicle's location through icon and view scale on the map. Now on the navigation screen there is a compass that indicates the automobile's direction (in degrees); longitude, latitude and altitude; number satellites available; destination, distance up to it and estimated time of arrival (if the navigation is active); and trip computer.

Front parking sensor. The new Fiat Bravo is the first model of the automobile manufacturer to offer front parking sensors. The operation principle is identical to that of the rear parking sensor: a beep warns the driver with respect to the distance between the vehicle and the closest obstacle. The shorter is the interval between the sonorous warnings, the closer is the obstacle. To active it, it is necessary to activate a button located on the automobile's panel. The sensors are excellent aids in parking maneuvers.

Foldable external rearview mirrors. Also for the first time in the Fiat series. Upon pressing a button on the driver's door towards the right, the external rearview mirrors fold, which is extremely useful in tight maneuvers. Pressing the same button towards the left, the mirrors return to the original position, with no need of new adjustment.

Push Logo. Thinking on the greatest practicality for the consumer Fiat Bravo bears the Push Logo. With it, it is also possible to open the trunk from the outside, by pressing the Fiat logo located on the central part of the hood.

Skydome. With wide glazed area, Bravo's new Skydome sunroof is composed of two glass panels, where one is fixed and the other mobile. Activation of the mobile sheet is electric, through a button on the roof; it can slide up to the spoiler's position, up to the end of the trajectory or until the button is pressed again. Every panel even has a curtain, which can be all open or all closed manually. This type of sunroof is exclusive from the new Fiat Bravo in its segment.

Xenon Headlights. Providing a deeper, broader lighting, and three times more intense than the conventional halogen lamps, xenon improves, and a lot, the driver's visibility under any condition. If the inferior headlights are turned on and the driver activates the windshield washer, a washing cycle of the headlights will occur, with an interval of about 1.2 seconds.

Night Design. Fiat Bravo brings more this novelty, a nocturnal lighting on the door knobs and also in the automobile's interior.

Blue&Me™. This practical device conciliates communication and entertainment. It allows the driver to answer telephone calls with a Bluetooth device, make calls on the cell phone by using voice commands and listen to text messages (SMS). The driver activates the system through the buttons on the steering wheel. Turning on his MP3 player or pen drive at the USB input or activating the system's CD player, he listens to music.

Blue&Me™ NAV. With this system, besides the communication and entertainment functions, the driver will also have satellite navigation (GPS). The map comes in a CD along with the on board kit that also contains a pen drive. Simply load the map onto the pen drive and connect it to the vehicle's USB input. Press the NAV button - the set of buttons of the system is located on the roof - to start navigation.

Dual Temp® Automatic Air Conditioning. This technology has solar radiation sensor that allows adoption of different temperatures between the driver and the passenger. It also controls and adapts the comfort of the interior in function of the solar radiation and the parameters chosen by the user.

Dual Drive® Electric Steering. With it, the driver can drive in "Normal" mode - for situations of smooth traffic, with no need of maneuvers - or in the "City" mode. When parking the automobile or maneuvering in a bottleneck, the driver presses the button "City" on the panel and immediately the steering becomes much lighter, reducing substantially the effort to turn the steering wheel, which represents 60% light than a hydraulic steering. This mode only works under 46 km/h.

Butterfly type controls on the steering wheel. The versions equipped with Dualogic® Automatic transmission can receive the transmission commands on the steering wheel - the so-called "butterflies". With them, the driver shifts the gears sequentially. The butterflies provide a more comfortable and sportive driving.

Automatic pilot. This equipment represents another great comfort, because with it the driver can drive without constantly consulting the speedometer.

Many other items of comfort, like on board computer, electric opening for the fuel tank cap, key with remote control and alarm, twilight and rain sensors plus electrochromic mirror can equip Fiat Bravo.

To expand safety, the Fiat customer counts on:

Kneebag. Fiat Bravo actually brings a lot of safety items. Airbags alone, there are seven. It arrives with double front airbag as standard equipment in all versions, and it can be equipped even with five more. The kneebag, for the first time in a Fiat national model, operates to help avoid injuries on the driver's knees. And furthermore, sidebags (front lateral) and windowbags (for the protection of the occupants' heads). The model also brings headrests with anti-whiplash system.

Cornering. As standard equipment in all Fiat Bravo versions, this innovative device conciliates fog lights with the adaptive cornering function. When entering a well closed curve or when making a maneuver, with the low lights on, the fog light of the side corresponding to the curve will be automatically activated. This aids the driver's visibility, so that he makes the curve with maximum safety. This system can be deactivated by My Car Fiat.

Hill Holder. This resource helps the driver to carry out departures without jerks in ascents and descents. In ascents, it works with the automobile stopped and the motor turned on, brake pedal pressed and 1st gear engaged. In descents, with the reverse engaged. In the vehicle startup phase, the device conserves the breaking pressure on the front wheels for about two seconds, or until the pedal of the accelerator is pressed.

Tire pressure sensor. Fiat Bravo has four sensors - one on the wheel rim of each tire -, four antennas connected to the sensors and a central unit. The tires are constantly monitored, and any alteration is transmitted to the driver through a sonorous signal and also through a dedicated spy light. This sensor monitors and warns when:

    Empty tire
    Flat tire
    Overfilled tire
    Tire pressure inadequate to the speed

Looking at the light, the driver knows which is the anomaly and on which tire it occurred.

Emergency brake signaling. The emergency lights are lit automatically in case of an abrupt braking, warning other drivers and helping to avoid accidents.

Sidelight / indicator. To change lane, just touch the arrow lever in the desired direction, immediately the indicator lights will be activated rapidly for five times.

ESP (Electronic Stability Program). It acts to conserve stability and helps the driver to maintain control of the vehicle. Through constant monitoring of the automobile' speed, inclination of the body, steering wheel turning angle and the vehicle's movement status (lateral acceleration, angular and longitudinal speed), ESP perceives when the automobile is close to instability, intervening then to correct its trajectory, braking the wheel that is about to lose adherence and reducing the engine's power, when necessary.

MSR (Motor Schleppmoment Regelung). Integrant part of ESP, this supplementary safety control intervenes when the automobile's speed is reduced abruptly under conditions of low adherence. In this situation, the MSR releases, progressively, more torque to the engine, avoiding the locking of the wheels.

ASR (Anti Slip Regulation). Also integrant part of ESP, this traction control system intervenes automatically in case the vehicle skids. ASR can be deactivated through a button located on the panel.

Safe Lock. When active, Safe Lock impedes the opening of doors from the inside out. It concerns a useful safety device that helps to impede theft of objects inside the vehicle. Fiat recommends its use whenever the automobile is parked.

Safe Lock is activated by pressing the button for closing the doors on the remote control twice. To deactivate it, simply unlock the doors on the remote control, unlock the doors by turning the key on the keyhole of the driver's door or startup the vehicle. The equipment is standard equipment in all Fiat Bravo versions.

DESIGN

Aggressive, attractive, elegant, modern. The lines of Fiat Bravo reflect the most current sides of the renowned Italian design, with its own marking personality but maintaining the new family feeling of the brand's models.

This is clear on the front, based on the design of Large Family vehicles but with the Italian essence in its soul, with its sharp hood, narrow and sophisticated grill, lower air input, polyelliptical headlights in form of a drop and inclined windshield. The different planes are broken by grooves, but are complemented with harmony, in perfect balance with each other, transmitting an impression of force and immediately making clear that the model could only be integrant of the Fiat family.

The forms are aerodynamics and inclined, and the high waistline represents the stylistic continuity between the headlights and the vehicle's rear: all seems "to run" backwards, as if it is in constant movement. The curved roof ends abruptly, but its line re-emerges on the rear window until it is absorbed by the waist. The same surprising effect was obtained with the internal curvature of the windows: it is interrupted by the rear column to, immediately, resume its course on the inferior border of the rear window.

Looking at Fiat Bravo from the rear, the curved lateral line of the window creates an interesting balance with the shape of the lamps, totally curved except for the external face, which is inserted in the rear diagonally. The planes of the automobile's rear are clean and curved, with the embedded bumper.

The stylistic solutions found to define the lines of Fiat Bravo resulted not only in a beautiful automobile, but also created a spacious and airy interior, showing that, for the Fiat Style Center, form and function walk together hand in hand. The vehicle's height, for example, satisfies both the aesthetic needs and those of internal space, also offering easy access to all occupants.

Everything inside the automobile was planned to make the experience of living with it special. Materials, textures, forms, stamps and quality of finish create an elegant environment and at the same time practical. Outstanding for acoustic comfort, which received special attention to minimize noises and vibrations transmitted by the ground and by the engine and transmission assembly. They contribute, furthermore, the adopted techniques and the high quality of materials employed in the internal finish, in which the fittings between different components do not produce creaks or unpleasant noises.

The seats have adequate foam to absorb vibrations. But their comfort does not end there: lumbar supports fight against fatigue, and the structure of the backrests was dimensioned so as to assure maximum safety to occupants. All have anti-summarizing structure. At the back, Fiat Bravo's seat counts on three 3-point safety belts, with winder, and three adjustable headrests. Seat and support are foldable in 40/60, allowing various combinations to expand the space for load up to 1,175 liters (with no folding, the trunk capacity is 400 liters, an excellent space for the segment).

The driver's seat has longitudinal adjustment that allows 22 adjustments. The guide has 3 degree inclination and, when taking the seat forward, it also slightly goes up. The regulation of inclination of the backrest, in turn, is continuous. Together with the regulation of height and distance of the steering wheel, the seat adjustments allow drivers of any stature to find the ideal driving position.

For the driver, it is worth the comfort, easy access to instruments and displays, a perfect driving position, total visibility. The console, for example, is driver-oriented, that is, directed towards the driver, such that he does not need to deviate his eyes from the traffic to find what he wants.

The instrument panel has meters with amber lighting - softer to the eyes in the dark - varies according to the finish's version, for example, in the T-Jet version it is equipped with the instrument panel DOT MATRIX in the presence of Blue&Me™ NAV or NAV™ Radio. The panel is complete, with speedometer, tachometer, fuel tank level indicator and water temperature indicator. The total and partial odometers, date and time and external temperature indicator are exhibited in a digital display at the center of the panel.

Various object holders expand practicality and comfort, like those present on the doors and on the central part. The vast glove compartment is lighted. It can also be equipped with front armrest, which leads to organization and comfort, since it embeds a refrigerated compartment for cans and bottles.

ENGINES AND MECHANICS

The two available motorizations for the new Fiat Bravo offer excellent performance, fuel economy and low emission levels. Both are compact and modern.

The E.torQ 1.8 16V engine puts together high performance and economy, with excellent torque at low rotations. Driving only with gasoline, its power is 130 hp at 5,250 rpm; with ethanol, 132 hp at the same rotation. And the maximum torque of 18.4 kgfm with gasoline and 18.9 kgfm with ethanol, is reached at 4,500 rotations. But at 2,500 rpm, the engine already produces 93% of its torque.

It concerns a compact and light engine, designed to last and to have low maintenance cost. And, even better, it has low emission levels and silent operation.

It equips the Essence and Absolute versions of the new Fiat Bravo.

Now the 1.4 16V T-Jet engine equips the sportive version of the hatchback. This compact gasoline turbo engine produces no less than 152 hp of power and 21.1 kgfm of torque at 2,250 rpm.

Small engines with performance of large engine are a strong trend in Europe. Their advantage is that, when not required, they are so economical as any other motor of the same capacity. To obtain this formula, an especially developed turbo compressor is employed to overfeed the engine with lesser capacity.

The T-Jet engine comes coupled to a 6-gear mechanical Italian transmission.

And for more sportiveness, Fiat Bravo brings overbooster, which is activated by the OVB key located on the automobile's panel. From the activation of this function the accelerator pedal curve is switched to a more aggressive curve. The opening of the butterfly is then altered to a greater value at the same pedal position.

With the OVB key activated, every time the driver steps on more than 10% of the course of the accelerator pedal, the injection central unit will be authorizing the Waste Gate Valve to be kept more closed, increasing overpressure in the engine from 0.9 to 1.3 bar.

This increase of overpressure will bring a torque gain within the range of 2,000 rpm up to 4,000 rpm, passing through a peak of 23.0 kgfm at 3,000 rpm (without the overbooster, a peak of 21.1 kgfm of torque).

With this function activated the electric steering is firmer, thus assuring more safety.

Suspension

The purpose of the assembly is to allow the automobile to roll with comfort, but always maintaining adherence of the wheels, stability and drivability.

For this reason, the front suspension of Fiat Bravo is independent, McPherson type, with oscillating arms in stamped steel connected to an auxiliary bridge, with stabilizer bar. The hydraulic, telescopic shock absorbers with double effect complete the front assembly. They offer elevated lateral firmness, favoring drivability in curves.

In the rear Fiat Bravo has suspension with semi-independent wheels, interconnected by an open section torsion bridge. This also assures firmness and stability with excellent drivability.

In the T-Jet version of Bravo, Fiat engineering worked the suspension placing priority on even more sportive behavior. One of the objectives was to lower the vehicle's center of gravity by 20 mm. They were also redesigned to have greater stability in maneuvers without losing comfort.

To achieve good results presented in performance, engineering professionals of Fiat Automóveis worked about 350,000 hours on Fiat Bravo. And, 140 vehicles were built between prototypes and pre-series. Their tests and experimentations included engine and transmission, durability, emissions, chassis, body, electrical design and safety. All components were submitted to the most arduous tests so that Engineering may be satisfied with the quality of the new automobile.

VERSIONS

Three levels of finish, two motorizations, three types of transmission. It does not matter which of the five versions the customer may choose, he can have the certainty that he will be acquiring a complete, potent, safe and extremely comfortable automobile. Get to know below the hatchback versions:

    Essence 1.8 16V Flex with transmission mechanical
    Essence 1.8 16V Flex with transmission Dualogic
    Absolute 1.8 16V Flex with transmission mechanical
    Absolute 1.8 16V Flex with transmission Dualogic
    T-Jet 1.4 16V Turbo with transmission 6-gear mechanical

Fiat Bravo Essence. Very well equipped, all Bravo versions bring ISOFIX, universal hook for setting of child seat. The Essence version also includes standard items like double airbag, manual air conditioning, electric steering with "City" function, 16" light alloy wheel, fog lights with cornering system, disc brakes in the four wheels, automatic pilot, CD radio with MP3, electric external rearview mirrors, Safe Lock, front and rear electric windows with one touch system and anti-crash, steering wheel with height and depth regulation, fuel tank cap with electric opening, driver's seat with height regulation, visors with mirror and lighting, illuminated glove compartment and trunk, 1/3 and 2/3 bipartite rear seat, five headrests with height regulation, hood for engine and transmission, hooks for fixing of load in the trunk, key with remote control for windows, locks and trunk, among several others.

Fiat Bravo Essence Dualogic. It brings all standard equipment of the Essence version, plus Dualogic® Automatic transmission.

For both Essence versions, the list of optional equipment includes brakes with ABS, Dual Temp® automatic air conditioning, Hi-Fi sound with subwoofer, Blue&Me™ or Blue&Me™ NAV + leather upholstered steering wheel with radio controls, Skydome electric sunroof, electrochromic internal rearview mirror, twilight sensor, rain sensor, rear and front parking sensor, electric folding of external rearview mirrors, front armrest with refrigerated span, rear armrest, besides partially leather upholstered seats in black or brown. The Dualogic version offers, even, the transmission control on the steering wheel, or butterflies.

Fiat Bravo Absolute. The version has the same standard items of the Essence version plus: Dual Temp® automatic air conditioning, Blue&Me, ABS in the brakes, Night Design, rear parking sensor, leather upholstered steering wheel with radio controls, front armrest with refrigerated span, besides the passenger seat central armrest , 17" light alloy wheels, knobs and linings under the chromate windows, rags on carpet with Absolute embroidered, more exclusive fabrics and finish details.

Fiat Bravo Absolute Dualogic. Besides all standard equipment of the Absolute version, this also has Dualogic® Automatic transmission and transmission control on the steering wheel.

The two Absolute versions offer, as optional equipment, Skydome electric sunroof, tire pressure sensor, Hi-Fi sound with subwoofer, Blue&Me™ NAV, NAV™ Radio, front parking sensors, external rearview mirrors with electric folding, electrochromic internal mirror, twilight and rain sensors and partially leather upholstered seats, plus the airbags: kneebag, sidebags and windowbags.

Fiat Bravo T-Jet. The list of standard items includes all equipment present in the Absolute version, and even 6-gear transmission, ESP (stability control system) + Hill Holder, 17" exclusive light alloy wheels, Overbooster button on the panel, darkened front headlights, double chromate exhaust, steering wheel, red painted brake calipers - for the first time in the Fiat series -, hand brake and leather upholstered level knob with red seams, pedal system and sportive footrest, spoiler, mini-skirts, besides diverse finish details that differentiate the sportive version from the new hatchback.

The customer can equip even his Fiat Bravo T-Jet with xenon headlights, tire pressure sensor, Skydome electric sunroof, NAV™ Radio, Blue&Me™ NAV, electrochromic internal mirror, twilight and rain sensors, Hi-Fi sound with subwoofer, 18" light alloy wheels + tire 225/40, partially leather upholstered seats, plus the airbags: kneebag, sidebags and windowbags

2011 Fiat Bravo model year

2011 from the inside  Fiat Bravo model year

Ford Fusion NASCAR model year 2013

The 2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup car unveiled as part of the Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour was worked on by Ford designers in an effort to bring brand identity back to the sport. The result is undeniable with the 2013 Sprint Cup car mirroring the recently unveiled 2013 Ford Fusion production car

Featuring a completely redesigned sleek new silhouette and fresh face, the 2013 Fusion Sprint Cup car was designed to be the face of a new era of stock car racing.

"We wanted Fusion to be the car that helped return 'stock car' to NASCAR stated Jamie Allison, director, Ford Racing. "I think fans, when they see the car, are just going to smile and cheer. It is going to reengage them with the sport and make the sport better because there is just something natural about seeing race cars that look like cars in their driveways

This marks the third time Ford simultaneously launched production and NASCAR versions of a new model The first dual launch came in 1968, with the sleek fastback Ford Torino Legendary NASCAR driver David Pearson drove the Torino to back-to back NASCAR championships in 1968 and 1969 The second time came in 2006 when the then newly introduced Ford Fusion appeared in showrooms and on the track

Ford took a different approach with the development of the 2013 Fusion NASCAR racer Ford Design Center staff led by Garen

Nicoghosian and Ford aerodynamicist Bernie Marcus spent the past year doing the early design development freeing up the Ford race teams to concentrate on weekly NASCAR competition

 This is a seminal moment in the sport where we had a chance to get it right once again and make sure the race cars are race versions of street cars. And I am proud because I believe we have accomplished just that continued Allison.  The 2013 Fusion is a stunning car and the 2013 NASCAR Fusion is even more stunning and I can't wait to see it perform on the track and connect with race fans

Ford designers led by Nicoghosian addressed three main issues to mirror the 2013 Sprint Cup Fusion to the 2013 production Fusion found on showroom floors

    Designers addressed the overall proportion of the race car to reflect proportions found in the production Fusion.
    Brand and design cues in the side of the vehicle.
    An identifiable front end grill with the distinctive look of a Ford.

"It looks fun to drive and very much eager to go and tear up the track. It has a very aggressive stance from the outside and the inside. From all angles the vehicle exudes performance and I think it reflects our general attitude of how we go about setting up our cars very very nicely said Nicoghosian It brings a certain level of nimbleness and lightness and agility to the NASCAR platform, much like we do in our production cars because all of our production cars have that nimbleness and agility and eagerness about them

The new NASCAR Fusion entries will be tested throughout the 2012 campaign in preparation for their racing debut at the 2013 Daytona 500

2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR model year

 

 from the interior
  2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR model year

 

Honda CR-Z US-Version model year 2013

The 2013 Honda CR-Z goes on sale in the US on November 21 2012 with a host of powertrain styling and feature upgrades adding to its sleek appeal and sporty handling More power from an all new Lithium Ion battery pack improves performance while also improving the CR-Z's already impressive EPA mpg ratings Styling upgrades include revised interior trim along with a new front fascia, a new finish for the 16-inch alloy wheels, an aerodynamically functional new rear diffuser and two new exterior colors  Passion Berry Pearl and Polished Metal Metallic

Standard features on all 2013 Honda CR-Z models include Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, Bluetooth® Audio, rearview camera, an Expanded View Driver's Mirror, AM/FM/CD/USB audio system with six speakers, automatic climate control  power windows and door locks remote entry and cruise control. To give drivers even more access to the Honda CR-Z's performance capabilities, the 2013 Honda CR-Z is also equipped with a new Plus Sport System, which allows additional on-demand electric boost via a steering wheel-mounted  S+" button

With a starting MSRP of $19,975, two CR-Z models are offered for 2013 including the well equipped base Honda CR-Z and the feature-rich CR-Z EX. A six-speed manual transmission is standard equipment and an automatic Continuously Variable Transmission  CVT is available The up-level CR-Z EX adds Auto-On/Off High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights, LED daytime running lights  DRL a 360 Watt AM/FM/CD Premium Audio System with seven speakers including subwoofer, perforated leather wrapped steering wheel and more The CR-Z EX is also available with the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with FM traffic and voice recognition Pandora® Interface and an SMS text messaging function

The improved horsepower and torque on the 2013 Honda CR-Z does not come with a fuel economy penalty as the new, more powerful Lithium-Ion battery pack helps boost EPA-rated fuel economy figures by 1 mpg city for CVT equipped models and 1 mpg highway for CR-Z models equipped with the six-speed manual transmission

Powertrain

The CR-Z hybrid powertrain is a unique variation of Honda's original IMA  Integrated Motor Assist technology which debuted on the 2000 Honda Insight the first hybrid vehicle available for sale in North America The system in the Honda CR-Z utilizes a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder, 16 valve single overhead cam engine with  intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control  i-VTEC that receives additional power from the Integrated Motor Assist  IMA system's DC brushless electric motor

The hybrid CR-Z's electric motor assists in acceleration and also acts as a generator during braking or coasting to capture kinetic energy that recharges the new Lithium-Ion battery pack The gasoline engine can automatically turn off during vehicle stops to improve efficiency. When starting on steep inclines from a stop with the manual transmission, hill start assist temporarily prevents the vehicle from rolling backwards during the moment between releasing the brake, depressing the throttle and releasing the clutch

For 2013 assist from the electric motor has jumped from 10 kW to 15 kW, thanks to the new higher voltage  144-volt Lithium-Ion battery pack. The CR-Z now delivers a combined peak output of 130 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 140 lb-ft. of torque  127 lb-ft on CVT-equipped models a gain of eight horsepower and 12 lb-ft of torque (4 lb-ft on CVT equipped models Manual-transmission versions also receive both a larger clutch and a new lower final drive ratio.

Even with better performance EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2013 Honda CR-Z have improved. On CVT-equipped models, the EPA city/hwy/combined rating is up 1 mpg city to 36/39/37 mpg while models equipped with the 6-speed manual transmission see an EPA mpg rating of 31/38/34, a gain of 1 mpg highway The Honda CR-Z is also rated as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle  AT-PZEV in states that adhere to California Air Resource Board  CARB ZEV standards  EPA Tier 2, Bin 2 in all states

To help drivers make use of this improved performance, a new Plus Sport System is standard on the 2013 Honda CR-Z. If the battery is more than 50 percent charged and the CR-Z is traveling over 19 mph, the driver can activate this feature using the  S+" button on the steering wheel. When activated and the accelerator is pressed, electric boost begins delivering increased acceleration for up to five seconds. A flashing gauge on the dashboard indicates when the Plus Sport System is active  The Plus Sport System can be used in Econ Normal or Sport modes

Enhanced 3-Mode Drive System

Activated via three backlit buttons to the left of the steering wheel, the CR-Z's 3-mode drive system allows the driver to choose among three individual performance modes

    Sport mode enhances engine throttle responsiveness electric power steering effort and the electric motor power assist
    Normal mode standardizes steering engine response motor assist and air conditioning settings.
    Econ mode can increase the potential for enhanced fuel efficiency by optimizing throttle angle for smooth acceleration lower engine rpm and limiting power and torque by approximately 4-percent  except at wide-open throttle It can also reduce the air conditioning's overall load on the engine and modify the cruise control to operate more efficiently

Body

The Honda CR-Z's  one-motion exterior wedge shape begins at its low-slung hood to form a broad forward stance, with its side profile's deeply inset beltline adding a dynamic element. For 2013, a new front fascia and mesh grille help widen the presence of the CR-Z, and this effect is increased by the new "floating" lower front spoiler lip. New brighter chrome plating on the headlight assemblies tinged with blue clearcoat hint at the CR-Z's hybrid powertrain. The new rear diffuser mimics the floating lip of the front spoiler while also improving aerodynamic performance, and the lower portion of the tail lights receive the same blue clearcoat treatment. Exterior colors include Crystal Black Pearl, Milano Red, North Shore Blue Pearl, Premium White Pearl, new Passion Berry Pearl (exclusive to the Honda CR-Z), and new Polished Metal Metallic

Chassis

The CR-Z's front MacPherson strut and rear H-shaped torsion beam suspension are tuned to provide a sporty driving experience All 2013 CR-Z models are equipped with new darker-tinged 16x6-inch aluminum wheels with finished spoke tips and 195/55R-16 tires, while accessory 17x7 alloy wheels with 205/45R-17 tires are available The standard anti-lock braking system  ABS with electronic brake distribution  EBD  uses ventilated front discs and solid rear discs The low vehicle height, short wheelbase and placement of the battery and other hybrid components beneath the rear cargo area further contribute to a low center of gravity and responsive sporty handling. Electric power assisted rack-and-pinion steering enhances steering performance and improves efficiency

Interior

A high-tech appearance and intuitive controls define the Honda CR-Z's newly revised interior For 2013 interior changes include new metallic trim on the door pulls and latches center console speaker grilles and lower steering-wheel spokes The inner door panel has been redesigned to provide easier access to the storage space with the horizontal bar on the speaker housing eliminated and a bottle holder added to the pocket The door pad trim has also been upgraded with a new, more upscale lamination For 2013 CR-Z EX and Navi trims will provide an all new black and red interior trim combination that adds new two toned combi seats and colored accents to the door panels and floor mats

The Honda CR-Z's ultra-modern instrument panel gauges illuminate with a 3-dimensional blue color theme resulting in a multi layered appearance The upper portion of the dashboard extends toward the driver to provide a wraparound cockpit environment Premium sport oriented seats are designed to provide firm lateral support along with everyday driving comfort A mid ship console behind the front seats optimizes cargo space and a hard-shell separator can be closed to create additional hidden storage.

The CR-Z features a 6-speaker 160-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with an auxiliary input jack for connection to a portable audio player and all models include a USB audio interface for connecting an iPod® or other compatible audio device Other audio features include speed-sensitive volume control and CD/MP3 text readout. The radio data system shows supplemental programming information from participating radio stations while also offering search-by-genre capability (not available on the Honda CR-Z EX with navigation Now standard, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® and a rearview camera further expand the CR-Z's appeal

A Honda Satellite Linked Navigation System™ is available on the CR-Z EX model and features a 6.5-inch screen and rearview camera display. For 2013 CR-Z EX Navi models add FM traffic Pandora® and an SMS text messaging function The navigation system database includes more than 7 million points of interest and integrates the audio system while the voice recognition feature is capable of inputting numbers  street names and cities in addition to more than 600 commands

Safety

The Honda CR-Z demonstrates a commitment to safety in its design and construction. The Advanced Compatibility Engineering™  ACE™) body structure helps protect vehicle occupants in a frontal collision. Additional safety technologies include  standard dual stage multiple-threshold front airbags standard front-side airbags with passenger side Occupant Position Detection System  OPDS side-curtain airbags, active head restraints an anti lock braking system  ABS a tire pressure monitoring system and a pedestrian injury mitigation design in the front of the

The Honda CR-Z earned a TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety  IIHS and 4-star Overall Vehicle Score in federal National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  NHTSA crash tests
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Honda CR-Z US-Version model year 2013

Honda CR-Z US-Version model year 2013

Hummer H1 mode year 2004

The Hummer H1 is a civilian vehicle based on the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle  HMMWV popularly known as the Humvee which was created by AM General

History

Originally released in the civilian market in 1992, the Hummer H1 owes its birth to the popularity of photos from Operation Desert Storm and the enthusiastic campaign from actor Arnold Schwarzenegger who personally owns several variants of Hummer vehicles GM announced that 2006 would be the last model year for the Hummer H1 with production winding down in June 2006 due to a new emission laws for Diesel engine vehicles which take effect in 2007 No version of the Hummer H1 ever produced would meet these new standards. AM General currently has orders for an excess of 50,000 new HMMWVs to be produced between 2006-2009 for the United States Military AM General also will continue to produce the H1 just not the Alpha. These vehicles will be sold through Fleet sales The next H1 will most-likely bear a refined version of the prior 6.5L Turbo Diesel engine, but that has not been confirmed  Selling the H1's through fleet sales will allow the AM General to not be subjected to the new emission rules and regulations AM General has sufficient fleet orders to produce 600-800 units per year right now

Specifications

The Hummer H1 has three common variants a convertible-like soft top, a four door hard top pickup truck and a Wagon body version Other less known variants include a two door pickup truck and a four-door slantback At this time the convertible/soft top and the station wagon versions are the only ones available in the mass market The two door and four door pickup versions are only available in fleet livery

Five engine types and three automatic transmission types can be found in Hummer H1s. The common engine/transmission combinations are

    6.2 L Detroit Diesel V8/GM TH400/3L80 3-speed
    6.5 L Detroit Diesel V8/GM 4L80-E 4-speed
    5.7 L Vortec 5700 gasoline V8 TBI/GM 4L80-E 4-speed
    6.5 L turbo Detroit Diesel V8/GM 4L80-E 4-speed
    6.6 L Duramax LLY turbo Diesel/Allison 1000 5-speed  model year 2006

The Hummer H1 shares some common driveline parts with its HMMWV brethren Items like brakes differentials frame and major body panels  hood tailgate and quarter panels are identical between the HMMWV and the Hummer H1 All Hummer H1s and HMMWVs come off the same first stage assembly line, and then are separated midway to either become a military HMMWV or a civilian H1

Hummer H1s are unique in the way they handle off road They are inherently very stable, thanks to their wide stance They also can ford 30 inches  76 cm of water climb a 22-inch  56 cm step, have a stock ground clearance of 16 inches  41 cm  thanks to its design of tucking driveline components inside a channel, which subsequently intrudes into the cabin space of the vehicle have approach/departure angles of 72/37.5 degrees and most H1s are equipped with Central Tire Inflation System  CTIS which enables the driver to increase or decrease the tire air pressure at will

Hummer H1s have many unusual features They use inboard brakes They have geared hubs allowing the drivetrain's half shafts to be up high for greater clearance  The radiator is up high sloping back over the engine. Rather than using simple runflat tires aluminum or rubber inserts are an optional feature for runflat ability A central tire inflation system is available as an option Chemical warfare resistant paint is available only on the military version

 

 2004 Hummer H1 mode year

2004 Hummer H1 mode year

Hyundai Santa Fe model year 2013

The production version of the new three row six seven passenger Hyundai Santa Fe made its world debut at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, joining the two row five passenger Santa Fe Sport which has been on sale since August 2012 The all new Santa Fe delivers Hyundai's recipe of bold design, high output powertrains with Gasoline Direct Injection  GDI and a host of features to please drivers and passengers with high expectations for functionality versatility and comfort Pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date in early 2013

NO LINES STANDING STILL

Hyundai designers crafted Santa Fe Sport and three-row Santa Fe together with the signature differentiating element being the side view daylight opening  side window shape  the larger Hyundai Santa Fe features a shape that highlights the increased passenger and cargo room behind the third-row seat. Hyundai Santa Fe also has its own bodyside character lines from the B-pillar back, grille design, 18-inch Euroflange alloy wheels chrome tipped dual exhaust and a flush mounted tow hitch design

Both Santa Fe trims feature the same flowing interior look, designed for passenger functionality and comfort. From the available heated rear seats and eight-way power driver seat with four-way lumbar support, to a standard 40:20:40 folding rear seat back, both models boast flexibility and a pleasant cabin for all. Also new for 2013 - and standard on all Hyundai Santa Fe equipped with cloth seats - is a 'YES Essentials' seat fabric treatment that provides soil-resistant, anti-odor and anti-static properties for added longevity and livability. Special care and attention went into other interior details, such as an optional panoramic sunroof, which allows more natural light into the cabin and rear side window sunshades. Available on Santa Fe models, is a push-button starter with proximity key, Electroluminescent Gauge Cluster with color LCD trip computer and a heated steering wheel.

The three-row Hyundai Santa Fe increases second-row legroom by 1.9 inches and cargo capacity 5.5 cubic feet and features standard rear-passenger HVAC controls and vents to increase family comfort, while also offering a standard 50:50 split folding third-row bench seat with 31.5 inches of legroom. Second row captain's chairs are also available on the three-row Santa Fe.

HIGHLY ACCLAIMED LAMBDA 3.3-LITER GDI V6 ENGINE

The Hyundai Santa Fe is powered by the highly acclaimed 3.3-liter V6 engine, which is also found in the Hyundai Azera. This V6 engine will suit a shopper's needs in terms of towing, drivability and fuel economy. The Santa Fe's Lambda II 3.3-liter GDI also has a high-pressure direct injection system  over 2,200 psi which dramatically increases power and torque, while reducing fuel consumption and emissions. This system eliminates the need for a large displacement V6 engine and increases the compression ratio for greater thermal efficiency and output. Santa Fe's V6 tow rating of up to 5,000 pounds is perfect for towing small boats or weekend toys. The three-row Hyundai Santa Fe's powertrain was tuned in Ann Arbor, Michigan to satisfy American driving expectations.

SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

The Lambda V6 engine is mated to Hyundai's six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® manual control. This transmission offers smooth shifts and a wide ratio spread that suits the engine's characteristics. An automatic transmission warmer is included to keep the transmission oil at its optimal temperature, which improves real world fuel economy.

Additionally all models have an Active ECO System that modifies engine and transmission control to smooth out throttle response to help increase real-world fuel economy by 5-7 percent

 DO ANYTHING CAPABILITY" WITH TORQUE VECTORING CORNERING CONTROL

Santa Fe customers will feel the benefits of the optional Active Cornering Control All-Wheel-Drive  AWD system which cooperatively controls torque and braking in conjunction with the Vehicle Stability Management System. This system can anticipate traction requirements and deliver additional stability through braking via continuous monitoring of driving conditions compared with other AWD systems, which can only react to conditions after they occur The Dynamax AWD system supplied by Magna Powertrain access an intelligent control unit that continuously analyzes data from the vehicle controller and distributes torque to any single wheel at a time through a multi-clutch plate The coupling system is fully controllable via an electro hydraulic actuation system Braking force can also be sent to any single wheel at a time via the software These processes are known as torque vectoring and torque braking All this analysis is completely transparent to the driver

Drivers of the Hyundai Santa Fe equipped with Active Cornering Control AWD will realize the following advantages

    Improved lateral stability while cornering
    Removal of unintended over and under steer by reducing unwanted traction to the front and rear axle
    High thermal capacity which helps prevent overheating during hill climbs and trailer towing

In addition, greater efficiency is achieved through the intelligent control electronics that provide the torque needed for enhanced traction in a variety of driving situations  As a result lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions are achieved. The electronic components are also optimally sized for minimal energy usage This intelligent system allows for even more driver control

All 2013 Santa Fe trims feature Hyundai's Hillstart Assist Control  HAC and Downhill Brake Control  DBC to maximize control on steep hills HAC minimizes rolling backwards on steep ascents, while DBC helps the driver maintain vehicle control and speed on steep downhill descents. By selecting the DBC switch, the Hydro Electronic Control unit manages the wheel speed sensors steering angle sensor and acceleration sensor to maintain control and speed on steep declines without having to use the brake

FUN-TO-DRIVE CUV DRIVING DYNAMICS

For enhanced ride performance Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Santa Fe Sport 2.0T and the three-row Santa Fe employ a compact and light MacPherson strut front suspension and a fully independent multi-link rear suspension The front suspension has a 26 mm hollow stabilizer bar to save weight. The rear suspension uses a 21 mm solid stabilizer bar in the front wheel drive and 19 mm solid stabilizer bar in the all-wheel drive Hyundai Santa Fe The larger Santa Fe sits on 18- or 19-inch wheels

Behind the wheel, drivers benefit from Hyundai's all-new Driver Selectable Steering Mode, with three operating modes  Comfort, Normal and Sport This innovative system allows drivers to adapt the Santa Fe's steering characteristics to varying driving preferences and road conditions Comfort mode is ideal for city and parking environments, offering the greatest ease of steering with a 10 percent decrease in steering effort from Normal mode Normal mode is ideal for a mix of driving conditions  Meanwhile Sport Mode is optimized for higher-speed freeways or winding roads and decreases power steering assist by 10 percent from Normal mode. The Driver Selectable Steering Mode not only adjusts power assistance levels in each mode but also adjusts on center build-up feel and steering build-up curves throughout the steering range for a very natural and progressive feel Steering dampening characteristics active return and friction levels have also been optimized in Hyundai Santa Fe

SANTA FE CABIN SPACE ADVANTAGE

The sleek design of the Santa Fe combined with Hyundai's expertise in interior engineering delivers a great presence on the road, while improving functionality and convenience. The spacious cabin has more passenger and cargo volume along with second and third row leg room than Toyota Highlander. Seating utility is also improved, due to a standard 40:20:40 folding rear seat back. This seat back is perfect for seating five passengers comfortably or accommodating four passengers, plus long items like skis, golf clubs, snowboards or surfboards. Fold down two seats to seat three people and hold larger packages or fold all rear seats to maximize cargo space The three-row Hyundai Santa Fe also features a power liftgate for added convenience

Santa Fe include a number of convenient standard stowage and storage features  including an overhead console sunglass holder, two front and two rear seat cupholders door bottle holders enlarged central storage console front storage bin, front seat back pockets and generous under-floor cargo storage

Dual-zone climate controls ensure a comfortable environment for all occupants during long journeys The dual-zone climate controls also incorporate an automatic defogging system, which detects humidity levels using a sensor and removes it from the windshield Another premium feature is a CleanAir Ionizer that produces negatively charged ions to purify the air when the heater or air conditioner is running

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

The larger Hyundai Santa Fe rides on a 110.2-inch wheelbase, which is 3.9 inches longer than the Santa Fe Sport's wheelbase. Its overall length of 193.1 inches is 8.5 inches longer compared to Santa Fe Sport. The 74.2-inch width is slightly wider  0.2 inch than Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The LWB Santa Fe's overall height is 66.5 inches  which is 0.4 inches higher than Santa Fe Sport

Ultimately the long wheelbase for both models allows for maximum comfort An example of this is found in the second row seat track delivering more second-row legroom The three-row Hyundai Santa Fe's cargo volume is 40.9 cubic feet behind the second row seats and 13.5 cubic feet behind the third row seats

IMPROVED RIGIDITY AND ULTRA-HIGH STRENGTH TENSILE STEEL

The all-new architecture incorporates a new design that not only improves torsional rigidity by 16 percent, it also incorporates a 30-percent increase in the use of ultra high strength tensile steel to improve collision energy management High-strength steel reduces weight and also allows the suspension to work optimally Ultra-high strength tensile sheet metal has also been applied to the outer door panels for the first time in the company's history In addition, anti-corrosion steel was applied to 70 percent of outer frame and floor structure

New hot stamping and roll-forming methods have also been applied to impact members which provide added strength reduces the number of body parts and makes the architecture lighter. The amount of structural adhesives has also been increased significantly for improved body rigidity, crashworthiness and durability

WORLD-CLASS WEIGHT EFFICIENCY

World-class weight efficiency is an essential part of all Hyundai models and the new Santa Fe hits its target. The curb weight for a FWD three-row Santa Fe is 3,946 pounds with AWD models weighing 4,098 pounds Hyundai Santa Fe provides outstanding fuel economy and is 99 pounds lighter than Highlander and 239 pounds lighter than the all new Pathfinder. It is also 320 pounds lighter than the outgoing Veracruz. This priority on weight efficiency allows the three row Santa Fe to deliver carlike handling outstanding acceleration and fuel efficiency

NEW ADVANCED STANDARD SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES: PART OF HYUNDAI'S ASSURANCE COMMITMENT

All models have a standard Vehicle Stability Management  VSM system which optimally manages Electronic Stability Control  ESC and the Motor Driven electric Power Steering  MDPS VSM works to control two effects. The first is when a driver accelerates or brakes on a split-mu surface (slippery on one side dry pavement on the other and the vehicle wants to pull in one direction. VSM detects this condition and sends a signal to the MDPS to apply steering assist. VSM counters the pull and automatically provides eight Newton meters of counter-steering. VSM reacts the same way during sudden lane changes or fast cornering Active Cornering AWD drive models integrate torque and brake vectoring

All Santa Fe models feature seven airbags, including side curtain airbags and a driver's knee airbag along with rollover sensors for the side curtain airbags When the sensors detect a potential rollover the control module triggers the head-curtain side airbags and safety belt pre tensioners to help protect passengers against serious injury

Hyundai Santa Fe also features a state-of-the-art braking package The package includes four wheel disc brakes (12.6 inch front and 11.9 inch rear an Anti-Lock Braking System  ABS including Brake Assist providing maximum braking force when a panic stop is detected, and Electronic Brake-force Distribution  EBD to automatically adjust the braking force to front and rear axles, based on vehicle loading conditions Additionally, Santa Fe offers family-friendly passive safety features, including a Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children  LATCH system for children's seats on the second row and three-point seatbelts for all seating positions

THIRD-GENERATION NAVIGATION AND AUDIO TECHNOLOGY

All Hyundai Santa Fe models offer an optional multifunction eight-inch touch-screen display with navigation. This third generation display features a simpler user interface  enhanced voice recognition commands and improved navigation screens The system is more intuitive to use for commonly used tasks. Simple pop-up messages now appear to help pair a phone. The voice recognition software understands street addresses and cities all in one sentence The route screens display speed limits and details the next three maneuvers One or two button pushes now complete most functions

HD Radio technology is also integrated into all Santa Fe displays An HD Radio icon on the display appears next to the channel frequency to notify the user this station is broadcasting in HD

All models are available with four audio systems. Standard is an AM/FM/Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with six-speakers and iPod®/USB/auxiliary input jacks. The upgrade audio system boasts a 4.3-inch full color LCD screen with HD Radio and rear view camera. The third system consists of the Gen 3.0 Navigation unit with Dimension audio with 10 speakers. Finally, the premium navigation system includes an Infinity® 550-watt, Logic 7® surround sound audio system with 12 speakers, including an eight-inch subwoofer and external amplifier is available. A SiriusXM Satellite Radio interface is integrated into each head unit and features channel logos and Data services, such as NavWeather Stock Ticker and Sports Ticker A Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition address book download and audio streaming is also standard. Both navigation systems integrate rear view camera output. Blue Link™ turn by turn navigation is standard on all Santa Fe models complimentary trial period

HYUNDAI BLUE LINK

Blue Link combines safety service and infotainment features to simplify owners lives and reduce distracted driving. Blue Link brings seamless connectivity directly into the car with technology like voice text messaging, POI web search download turn by turn navigation and monthly vehicle reporting Hyundai Blue Link telematics is standard on all Hyundai Santa Fe models with up to a one year complimentary trial period Blue Link can be easily accessed from the buttons on the rearview mirror the web and via a smart phone Blue Link is offered in three packages Assurance  Essentials and Guidance

Hyundai Santa Fe model year 2013

Hyundai Santa Fe model year 2013

Hyundai Santa Fe model year 2013 From the inside When you sit down

Hyundai Santa Fe model year 2013 From the inside