Toyota recalled more than 7 million vehicles worldwide

Toyota recalled more than 7 million vehicles worldwide

The Japanese carmaker announced recall 7.43 million vehicles worldwide due to errors in the control window and can cause fire. This includes selling models such as the Camry and Yaris.

Manufacturer said, when active, the control switch on the driver's side window on a vehicle can get stuck or like. This error occurs because the government lubricants are not in the process of mounting the switch in the factory, and if conventional lubricants, fire may arise in some cases.

According to Toyota, there is no case of fatal accidents or the fault.


Corolla is one of the recalled models this time. Photo: Toyota.
Of the 7.43 million vehicles recalled about 2.5 million vehicles in circulation in the U.S., 1.4 million in Europe and China, half a million vehicles in the Middle East and 650,000 in Australia. In Japan, the number of vehicles involved is 450,000 units.

List of recalled vehicles include many cars and producing scattered in many years, including Highlander, Matrix, Tundra, Yaris, Corolla, Camry and RAV4.

Toyota said the error will be handled by removing the controls and use a special lubricant and does not charge the customer.

According to CNN, the recall notice was given shortly before the stock market in Japan ended the session. Toyota shares fell nearly 2 percent during the day, falling to its lowest level since late July.

This is the first recall of Toyota's largest since 2009, when about 10 million vehicles have been recalled to fix the sticking gas pedals. In this case, the agent will be notified to stop selling the vehicles involved, and the production well to pause for a certain period of time.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive is the fastest electrically powered serial car in the world.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive a new model of his sports car series to the market. The gull wing is thereby driven by four synchronous electric motors with a combined peak output of 552 kW (750 hp).

Each engine is responsible for the propulsion of a wheel, making the sporty Mercedes has all-wheel drive and thus the power to the road even better. The electric motors provide the SLS AMG Electric Drive for a huge boost.

The peak torque of 1,000 NM and transported the car in just 3.9 seconds from a standing start to 100 km / h The top speed is electronically limited to 250 km h /.

Get the power to the motors from a battery with an energy content of 60 kilowatt-hours, the weight is 548 kg. Due to the low center of gravity is then also an even better road holding for the sports car from Mercedes.

According to the Mercedes SLS AMG Electric Drive come with a battery charge around 250 kilometers. Whether this value can be achieved in practice, but may be questioned, at least if one wants to enjoy the performance of the car now and then.

If you want to load the car on a standard socket, should take into account 20 hours until the next exit. Quicker, as recommended by Mercedes wallbox that allows silting in about three hours.

Mercedes-Benz has also done everything that the driving pleasure of the electric-powered sports car is further enhanced. With the AMG Mercedes Torque Dynamics system provides an intelligent distribution of drive torque to the wheels. The three driving modes "Comfort", "Sport" and "Sport plus" also allow for any occasion the perfect tuning.

An AMG ceramic composite brakes provides perfect stopping power and, of course, passengers will also be spoiled with an exclusive high-quality interior. Also on board include the Comand APS, a media interface, Blind Spot Assist and the reversing camera and the AMG Performance Media system with high-speed Internet access, and information about G-forces, tire pressure, range and lap times when driving on race courses.

2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S

The 2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S brings in January 2013, a new top model of its SUV range to the market.

The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S is a sports car in the SUV robe and combines breathtaking performance with the utility of a large vehicle.

The performance is compared to the Cayenne Turbo, again increased by 50 hp and is the Turbo S with 550 hp (405 kW). The maximum torque has also increased and now stands at 750 Nm.

With this performance, the Cayenne Turbo S accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds, creates, top speed is 283 km / h, making the SUV is also found in regions of sports cars.

Course chassis and suspension are all designed for driving enjoyment, the combination of air suspension and active damping control "PASM" and the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) is a guarantee of a perfect road holding and driving pleasure.

The likewise standard Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) operates with a variable torque distribution to the rear wheels in combination with an electronically controlled locking rear differential, and provides improved traction and therefore greater agility in every driving situation.

Especially for the new Turbo S, Porsche designer two-tone leather interiors are designed in new colors and color distributions.

2013 Hyundai i30 3-Door

The second-generation i30 will be offered in 2013 in a version with 3 doors. Called 2013 Hyundai i30 3-Door. We show the first photos of the new Korean.

For the second generation of the Hyundai i30 is now offering a third body variant. The 3-door will expand its model range by a sporty model.

While the front end is identical to that of the hatchback, it is the Hyundai i30 3-door from the B-pillar very dynamically. With a steep upward rising lower window edge, which ends up in a crisp then rear area, it features Hyundai i30 sporty than ever.

With the brand's design and LED daytime running lights as well as the front end looks very harmonious and sporty. Designed specifically for the 3-door 16 "alloy wheels round off the sporty impression on.

As with the other i30 versions, there will be the 3-door model with five different levels, ranging from 90 hp to 135 hp. Both sporty and economical it is the 1.6 liter diesel with 128 hp, which is a CO2 emissions of only 97 g / km.

2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3

A maximum of five pieces, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 "45th Anniversary" limited by the 45th Birthday to be celebrated by AMG.

The new SLS AMG GT3 "45th Anniversary", Mercedes-AMG is an exclusively equipped special series, which is aimed at racing enthusiasts car collectors who have about half a million euros.

That's right, the price in Germany is 446,250 euros if you want to have are the cars in his garage.

Both the exterior and the interior of the special edition Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 "45th Anniversary" some modifications were made. Sun shines the body in new matt "designo magno graphite" that has already come in the Mercedes SL 65 AMG "45th Anniversary" is used.

Another eye-catcher is the striking silver framed logo "45 Years of Driving Performance" on the doors of the GT3 race car. The interior of the exclusive special model dominates the functional racing car atmosphere.

The steel roll cage is painted in the same matt finish as the exterior, instrument panel and center console of the car were designed in matt carbon. A special plaque with a "1 of 5" logo on the seats and the center console indicates the limited edition of the race car.

Under the hood, the special model can not be used with more power, but the AMG 6.3-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine receives a signature from Bernd Schneider and the responsible motor mechanic to also here to underline the exclusivity.

By strictly limited special model would address the Mercedes-Benz ego of super-rich and has created a collector's item, which was indeed built for the race track, but probably eke out a stock with a high added value in the garage is his existence.

Chase media collection and the defection of 007

Chase media collection and the defection of 007
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The movie "Dr. No." premiere 50 years ago marked the debut of James Bond, one of the most attractive male character on screen. Accompanying 007 is the weapons 4 special cake.

For the cars that James Bond used the weapons for a reason: almost the technology has its defense and attack premium, specially manufactured exclusively for the handsome spy.


James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 with features like bulletproof glass shield, two machine guns in the nose of the vehicle, number plate number plate can be changed to UK, France and Switzerland, the seat can shoot out in emergency, tire cutting machine, telephone in a secret compartment in the car door ...
Among them, the Aston Martin is the name most often mentioned when it comes to James Bond. The British brand of cars including the DB5 (Goldfinger) or DBS in On Her Majesty's secret service. Actor Daniel Craig also drove DBS in Quantum of Solace.

There is also the Lotus Esprit, Ford Mustang, BMW 750iL and the BMW Z8 roadster.

Weapons on the vehicles of James Bond may be a machine gun, smoke spray, rocket launchers, machine oil spray or even make the car invisible technology.




Aston Martin DB5 with a variety of controls for machines and special weapons, and the phone is in the car door. DB5 was produced from 1963 to 1965 with a 4-liter engine capacity of 282 horsepower.


In the episode "The spy who loved me" (1977), the white Lotus Esprit S1 appeared and became famous for the screen to launch into the water and turns into a submarine. - "For your eyes only" (1981), red Lotus Turbo Espirt become special character 007. Photo: Lotusespritturbo.


Starting in the episode "For your eyes only", the white Esprit is still used, when James Bond to investigate Gonzale character. Then two bad guys trying to break added to the car, but the security system is activated makes Chie vehicle exploded. 2nd Esprit appear red, with skis on the roof.

Ford Mustang Mach 1 used by Bond in "Diamonds Are Forever" (1971) to escape the police after escaping Blofeld's secret weapons research, including Mach 1 scene only runs with 2 wheels on the right . Vehicles manufactured from 1969 to 1978 with style Fastback (sloping hood claws later) and a V8.


Henrik Fisker designed the BMW Z8 roadster and the car was produced from 1999 to 2003. In real life, Z8 chassis and body made from lightweight aluminum and use a V8 with 400 horsepower. Also in the episode "The world is not enough" (1999), Bond received a Z8 with a rocket launcher or self-destruct mode.

Aston Martin DBS appeared in "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" (1969). This car is also the choice of Bond in "Casino Royale" (2006) and "Quantum of Solace" (2008). Both elegant and aggressive, DBS is the flagship product of Aston Martin with a 6 liter V12 engine capacity of 510 horsepower. In the episode "Casino Royale", the car set a record of seven revolutions. There are three cars were destroyed during filming.

With BMW 750iL, James Bond does not drive, but controls it through Ericsson mobile phones are private institutions. Chase scene ends with a supercharger from the rooftop of a building down the middle of the lobby a car rental with automatic voice recording: "Congratulations you have a safe journey." There have been 15 BMW 750i destroyed while recording.

Mercedes GLA - new crossover on the track

Mercedes GLA - new crossover on the track

Prototype of a new product line of German carmakers appear first layer sealed camouflage bodywork, 18 months before they are available in the showroom.

5-seater, with code codes X156 and product names GLA will be produced in early 2014 before joining the war to compete with rivals such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Range Rover Evoque and Volkswagen Tiguan.


Mercedes GLA will compete with the Audi Q3 and BMW X1. Photo: Autocar.
GLA will be developed in the previous structure driven Mercedes MFA, just 3rd generation A-Class, B-Class, the new 2nd generation or CLA. The crossover is expected to contribute to help Mercedes to attract young customers when it is lagging behind compared to its two fellow Audi and BMW in the war sales in the luxury car segment.

Whatever brings thick camouflage, GLA prototype has revealed part of the theme style with sharp lines. Other design details include a wide grille with two horizontal bars and a three-pointed star in the middle, wheels up to 21 inches on the rear wing.



On top of the rear wing. Photo: Autocar.
GLA can use the same engine version B-class. Gasoline engine is a 1.6 liter 4-cylinder supercharged turbine capacity of 122 and 156 horsepower 2-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder turbine capacity of 211 horsepower. The high-performance AMG will use the turbocharged engine producing 350 horsepower. Diesel 1.8 liter 4-cylinder engine producing 109 and 136 horsepower.

The transmission options for GLA consists of both standard 6-speed manual and dual-clutch 7-speed option. The standard version equipped with front-drive system, while the advanced features full-time four-wheel drive system Haldex.

Other equipment for crossover consists of a series of connected information services option, as integrated iPhone and Google Android, as part of efforts to ensure the Mercedes cars future "care" young customers better now.