BMW Unveils Next BMW Legend

BMW will introduce a modern and authentic performance coupe with enhanced BMW parts and combined sporty rear-wheel-drive dynamics, agile handling, powerful engines and seating for four all reinventing its iconic 2002 models of some 4 decades ago. The new 1 Series Coupe will be available in 128i, 135i, 123d and 120d.

The 128i will feature Valvetronic valvetrain management and aluminum/magnesium contruction core elements of BMWs EfficientDynamics. It will be powered by a 3.0-liter, 230 horsepower inline 6-cyinder engine with 200 lb-ft of torque.

The powerful 135i features BMWs twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower (225 kW) and an amazing 300 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque from as low as 1,400 rpm. Optimum performance and economy is achieved with no loss in engine response with its direct piezo gasoline injectors, twin low-mass turbochargers and air-to-air intercooling. Acceleration is from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) and accomplished in 5.3 seconds with top speed which is electronically limited to 255 km/h (155 mph).

The new 123d has a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine with Variable Twin Turbo and Common-Rail technology. A power of 200 hp (150 kW) is provided by the all-alloy engine.

The new coupe encompassed with very masculine looks intended for sporting. The greenhouse with its Hofmeister kink is moved rearward and offers a particularly purposeful look because of the long hood. The coupe also features short overhangs, long wheelbase and large frameless doors on a body with a striking shoulder. An M Aerodynamic Kit is standard on the 135i.

Aggressive rear end styling includes a trunklid with an integrated spoiler chiseled into the rear end of the car. An additional lip spoiler is featured on the 135i.

L-shaped rear taillights give the vehicle a lower, sportier look. Homogeneous lighting effect with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) is provided by horizontal lights in the rear light clusters. Such light design makes the BMW 1 Series Coupe stand out at night.

Optional on the 128i while standard on the rest of the versions is the Adaptive Xenon headlights.

Luxurious interior equipments include a standard 60/40 split rear seat, control console for the entertainment and air conditioning functions. In the center console is the controller featured in the iDrive system with the optional Navigation system.

Two upholstery options are the sporty and comfortable Leatherette and the rich Boston Leather. Map pockets are integrated in the lower part of the doors. Sports buckets seats are part of the optional Sport Package.

Sophisticated suspension system includes an aluminum double-pivot front suspension and a five-link fully independent rear suspension in lightweight steel. The new coupe also has BMWs Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with a Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) function.

Also available as an option is an Active Steering.

Safety equipments include six airbags as standard and crash-optimized seats with specially padded headrests and backrests.

Other features are the three-point inertia-reel seat belts all within the seats of the 1 Series Coupe and the rear seats come with standard LATCH attachments for child seats.

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The New Truck From Honda: Ridgeline

The Honda Ridgeline is Hondas new pickup truck on the market. It uses Honda's unibody large vehicle platform, shared with the Acura MDX and Honda Odyssey. It is powered by an all aluminum 255 hp 3.5 L V6 coupled to a 5-speed automatic transmission with all wheel drive capable of towing 5000 lbs. The Ridgeline will be the first pickup truck with a fully-independent suspension.

Some of the more innovative features of the Ridgeline are its tailgate, which can fold down or hinge to the side, and an 8.5 cubic foot In-Bed Trunk" below the truck bed. The bed is integrated with the body, similar to the Chevrolet Avalanche. The Ridgeline comes with anti-lock brakes and side-curtain airbags as standard equipment.

The bed is 49.5 x 60 with the tailgate up. With the tailgate down, you get 49.5 x 79. And remember, the tailgate also swings to the side so you can easily access the in-bed trunk. The tailgate is designed to support 300 lbs. While driving. The steel reinforced composite bed resists dents and corrosion. Another neat feature were ample tie downs in the beds and several cargo lights.

Standard towing features include prewiring 4 pin and 7 pin, along with a brake controller. Heavy duty radiator, power steering cooler, and transmission cooler keep things cool when the work begins. Huge 4 wheel disk brakes help stop quicker with the aid of the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD). All the dealer has to do is install the hitch and harness.

The 8 ground clearance works well with the 4 wheel independent suspension. Yes, all 4 wheels. Unheard of in a truck, but this is a Honda. They wanted their truck to instill confidence in the corners and a stable, responsive feel while maintaining ride quality. The closed box frame and unit body construction means this truck is tough and ready to work.

Traction control is standard along with a locking rear differential for extremely low traction conditions. It can stay locked with a push of a button up to 18 mph. Along with traction control, you get stability control called Vehicle Stability Assist. This corrects your cornering problems before they even become a problem.

The tires come with tire pressure monitoring systems which will be standard in all vehicles very soon (government mandate). Air bags are all around in front, side, and side curtain. It will only deploy what is necessary depending on the type of accident. These safety features along with ABS braking make this one of the safest trucks on the road.

There are three trim levels starting with the RT, RTS and the luxury RTL. You can get heated leather seats and a moonroof. These amenities were only thought to be available in cars. This truck also has available navigation system, homelink, and a hidden in dash cd changer.

The 22 gallon tank is ample for the 16 MPG city and 21 MPG highway EPA mileage estimates. The six color combinations come with 3 interior choices. Options include a bed extender, tail light garnish, chrome bumper trim, 17 wheels, body side protectors, roof rack, fender flares, running boards and a towing package mentioned above. Ive also seen hard tonneau cover-locking for the bed, and in-bed trunk dividers. Theres a larger brush guard for the front bumper available for you off roaders.

All in all, looks to be a pretty good and well thought out truck from Honda. Check out my pictures of the Honda Ridgeline at the car show on my website.

Stuart Simpson
http://www.hondalinks.com

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Some Of The Main Reasons Your Really Need To Wear A Bike Helmet When Bicycling

If you are going on a ride anytime soon you will need to remember one thing, to wear your bike helmet just to be safe and not get a ticket. Even if you are not riding on the street you should wear a helmet. If you are riding on streets you should always where a helmet, you will lose an in accident and be hurt if you are not wearing a helmet.

As you probably already know there are all kinds of add on bike accessories that you can buy like lights, light clothing, reflectors and horns as well. Every single one of those items is made for your safety. You need to at least wear a helmet and have some type of reflectors on your bike. You might also want to wear light colored clothing as well.

If you look at what happens when a car hits a biker its not good, most of the time the injuries are to the head and this is the main cause of the deaths. As I write this article a seventeen year old boy was just killed by being hit from behind while riding his bike, he wasnt wearing a helmet. The best thing you can do riding a bike and preventing a head injury is to wear your helmet. Though you can not stop accidents you can still wear your helmet and protect what you can while riding. Some bike accidents arent even that bad but you should still always where your helmet.

At least bike helmets being made today are created to comfort your head and protect it as well as it can. Although they may look like they can break easily but they wouldnt be being sold if that were the case. You should always check just to make sure that the helmet is certified to be a bike helmet. So be sure when you are buying one to pick the best and right one for you and your noggin.

The most important thing to think about when you are buying your bike helmet is to make sure you get the one that fits your head well. If you bought a helmet that slides and moves around your noggin then thats what will happens in an accident and your head will be open to the ground. You need to have it just right on your head not to tight not to loose but you always want it more tight than loose so it wont slide and move.

In a lot of parts around the world today they have made it a legal law that you have to wear a bike helmet everywhere and anywhere you ride your bike. Even though you may not like to wear a helmet it may be the law and it will protect you in an accident and will save you from getting a ticket which if you are traveling you may not be able to afford at the time.

Gregg Hall is an author living with his beautiful wife and family in Navarre Beach, Florida. Find more about bicycle accessories as well as bicycle helmets at http://www.bicyclepartsandclothing.com

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