BMW 6 Series Convertible Attend mid-year

According to his promise, as a shareholder of PT BMW Indonesia BMW in Indonesia will continue to develop new products to its customers in Indonesia. When the brand new car is sliding in their country of origin (Germany) confirmed not long before the car will also be present in Inonesia.

For fans of sports car with the roof open (convertible), PT Bank bring good news. The reason BMW plans for the 6 Series Convertible in Indonesia in the middle of this year.

"If there is no obstacle around the middle of this year," said Marketing Director of PT BMW Indonesia, Helena Abidin on the sidelines of the launch of the BMW X3 at Pacific Place.

When viewed on the implementation of the Indonesia International Motor Show 2011 exhibition, which will be taken in 1923 and including July 31, 2011, it is not impossible that the car will be launched on the mat.

This two-door car for the first time will be introduced at the Los Angeles International Auto Show 2010.Penampilan of a convertible version of the new 650i is no different than the regular coupe version, making it look different, the use of roof can be opened using a canvas material.

BMW claims that with this black canvas roof can be opened within 19 seconds and closes in 24 seconds. Both processes can be done with the condition of the car was accelerating the speed of 25 mph (40 kph).

650i convertible is powered by a V8 engine with a capacity of 4400 cc engine with direct injection and turbocharging.

Using a large capacity engine, the 650i has the power to 400hp, the engine speed can leave between 5500 and 6400 rpm and maximum torque of 450 Nm between 1750 and 4500 rpm.

To the thrill of driving a more pleasant, BMW offers two options for engines trasnmisi V8nya, namely 8-speed Sport automatic or 6 speed manual gearbox.

Regardless of transmission, 650i is able to do a sprint from 0 to 96 mph in just 4.9 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph or 250 km / hour.

But for the price, Helena do not want certain numbers. "We did not count the cost," said the friendly woman. For a BMW 6 Series Convertible released in America at a price of about $ 95,500.

Triton, Reliable pickup in heavy field

The presence of Triton Strada Mitsubishi HD-X claimed that a continuation of the king's four wheel drive vehicles, where the Strada Triton is known for reliability in rugged terrain to be.

Besides reliable, Triton X-HD said that a fuel-efficient cars are easy in maintenance and has a sales price is quite high.

"It's our new car prices higher, but based on the operational and maintenance costs at the end Strada Triton X-HD is more profitable, " said Ridwan Alamsjah, Marketing Director of PT Krama Yudha Three Berlian Motors (KTB) , Friday (25 / 3 / 2011).

Using the 4M40 diesel engine capacity of 2800 cc SOHC, Strada Triton has the power of 97ps and a torque of 22 kg m

With these machines, Triton is claimed to conquer steep climbs, until the muddy path, with ease. Interestingly, despite the large cylinder, is actually a 4x4 wheel drive car is very fuel efficient.

"Approximately one liter diesel for a distance of 15-17 kilometers," said Ridwan. Triton was still capable of downing a common homeland of diesel consumed by trucks and other heavy equipment, it's because the car uses low-pressure common-rail type.

Because it is positioned as a replacement for Triton GLX Double Cab, X-HD has a number of changes as the suspension.

The suspension system on the HD-X is now made ​​comfortable and stable, even symptoms of car tail fled to maneuver it does not exist. This particular car is also equipped with a Limited Slip Differential (LSD).

In addition, the driver easily with the East Select 4WD shift on the fly, allowing the driver to the system drive 2WD to 4WD while the vehicle is moving (while under the speed of 100 km / h).

For the price, double cab GLX HD-X released at a price of Rp 268 million from the road.

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Strada Triton sales continue to rise in East Kalimantan

Mitsubishi Strada Triton

Increased mobilization of the mine site to make sales of pickup variants in East Kalimantan would be increased by 15 to 30 percent compared to last year.

"About 350 to 450 units per month," said Dedi Tedja, owner of Diamond Saber, the official Mitsubishi dealership in Aberdeen, on Friday (03/25/2011).

Moreover, the man told the three-pickup sales last year increased, especially for mining companies operating in the market, although individuals also continue to grow.

"The market for the company reaches 80 percent of the remaining individual markets, the total sales variance is 80 percent of that is a type with a 4-wheel or 4x4. Merk Mistsubishi own in the past two years have increased 100 percent per months, from 100 units 200 units, "said Dedi.

Market volume in Kalimantan alone each month to reach 350 units. "Brand Mitsubishi is still responsible for 60 percent of sales in this segment," said Dedi.

Even from Strada Trition total turnover of 36 000 units of the first market, with a total of 10 000 donated by East Kalimantan.

Double Cab adany latest version of Mitsubishi Strada Triton is expected to give donations or contributions in sales this year 40 percent of total sales.

Mitsubishi Strada Triton sold in six variants, the price ranges from USD 218-316 million. Mitsubishi Strada Triton X-HD only cost Rp 268 million.

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Audi R8 GT, Big Powerful

German car manufacturer Audi plans to a faster version of the R8 supercar model. The Audi R8 GT, the car is said that performance and handling better than the standard R8.

Using the V10 FSI engine capacity of 5200 cc is changed, the Audi R8 GT claimed the power to 560 hp (35 hp faster than the R8 Coupe 5.2 quattro and 5.2 quattro R8 Spyder).

To supply power to four wheels, the machine is then crossed with R-tronic sequential transmission typical of Audi.

More light in weight, body R8 GT is built using aluminum and carbon fiber materials. Using known material, visible light but strong at the front of the rear spoiler, and a few other PART.

Audi R8 GT is a lightweight product, the fastest and most powerful in the ranks of supercar Audi, and has won several global awards, "writes Audi in his official statement.

With a mix of light weight and powerful engine, the R8 Gt which could run from rest to 100 km / h in just 3.6 seconds. And if you continue to step on the accelerator, two-door car can reach 199 kilometers per hour.

The plan, it will only Audi car in a limited edition, as many as 333 units for the whole world. From hundreds of these units, 90 units will be immediately sent to the United States in the near future.

For the price, Audi USD 196,000.


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BMW Become Official Vehicle JIDD and APSDEX 2011

In preparation for the international defense market dialogue (Jidd) and Asia / Pacific Security and Defence Expo (APSDEX) in Jakarta. PT BMW Indonesia has reportedly transfer fleet of BMW 7 Series and BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle to the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia and the Indonesian Defense University on Wednesday (03/16/2011).

Divyanathan Ramesh, president of BMW Indonesia and Sunny Medalla, VP Sales & Marketing BMW Indonesia to execute symbolically transferred to the BMW fleet TNI Associate Marshal Eris Herryanto, Secretary General of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia and Major General Dr . Syarifudin Tippe, Indonesian Defense University rector.

BMW says it supports the use of homemade vehicles is to facilitate the mobility of the delegates come from more than 30 countries, including the ministers of defense and chief of defense staff in the meeting which will take place from 23 to take until March 25, 2011 to easier.

"BMW has a long history in the field of machinery and technology, " said Ramesh Divyanathan. "Armed with historical records in the production of premium vehicles and social responsibilities as good corporate citizens, we are proud to support this international conference by presenting two high-performance luxury model. BMW 7 Series is a model of choice our client as Head of Megara, senior government officials and diplomatic corps, and became the official car for the delegates of the various world summits around the world. "he continued.

BMW 7 Series 29 units and 31 units of the BMW X5 is prepared for this international meeting. To ensure that the mobility of the delegates will take place smoothly. BMW Indonesia will also conduct training for drivers and technical support.

BMW Indonesia The plan will also for the 760Li High Security berlangsungya Asia Pacific Defence and Security Expo (APSDEX) show in Jakarta Convention Center.

So far, BMW has extensive experience in supporting implementation of the summits in many countries. Like the G20 summit in Seoul in 2010, APEC economic leaders meeting in Singapore in 2009, the ASEAN summit in Singapore in 2007, the World Bank and IMF meetings in Singapore in 2006, APEC meeting in Korea in 2005, ASEAN summit in Bali in 2003 and the APEC summit in Thailand in 2003.

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