Selasa, 28 Januari 2014
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jumat, 24 Januari 2014
Nissan Evalia Dengan Face Lift Baru Resmi Dipasarkan PT Nissan Motor Indonesia
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| Nissan Evalia. |
PT Nissan Motor Indonesia (NMI) pada Kamis 23 Januari 2014 lalu mengumumkan diluncurkannya Evalia 'face lift' baru, sekaligus memperkenalkan kehadiran varian baru Evalia Highway Star yang merupakan varian teratas. MPV Nissan yang diklaim paling unggul dalam hal kelapangan kabin dan ruang kargo itu mengalami sejumlah penyempurnaan yang difokuskan pada bagian interiornya. Sementara eksteriornya hanya mengalami ubahan warna kelabu pada gril depan sementara gril bagian bawah bemper sewarna bodi.
Tampilan interior Evalia kian menawan dengan warna two-tone kombinasi beige dan hitam yang memberikan kesan mewah, sementara dasbor sebelah kiri dilengkapi dua glove box berpenutup sehigga nampak lebih rapi. Fitur baru lain yang ditanam di bagian interior di antaranya adalah armrest tengah dan samping pada bangku baris kedua yang menambah kenyamanan serta cincin pada tali pengunci reclining jok baris kdua untuk lebih mudah dioperasikan. Interior juga semakin lebih rapi dengan hadirnya penutup plastik di kaki jok depan dan jok baris kedua. Ketebalan busa jok juga ditambah sehingga lebih nyaman untuk duduk berlama-lama di atasnya.
Vice President Director National Sales and Maketing NMI, Yoshiya Horigome mengatakan, "Nissan adalah brand yang selalu menghadirkan rangkaian produk MPV kompetitif dengan kualitas terbaik yang menjawab kebutuhan pelanggan di Indonesia."
Penyempurnaan dan penambahan varian pada Nissan Evalia merupakan jawaban terhadap keinginan konsumen di Indonesia yang membutuhkan sebuah MPV keluarga yang lebih nyaman dan lebih berkesan mewah.
Nissan Evalia baru masih didukung oleh mesin bensin HR15DE Dual Injector berkapasitas 1.5 liter DOHC Dual CVTC (Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control) yang mampu menghasilkan output 109 ps pada 5.600 rpm dengan kekuatan puntir 143 Nm pada 4.000 rpm.
www.metrotvnews.com
Kamis, 23 Januari 2014
Lamborghini Urus Bakal Dirilis Tahun 2017
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| Lamborghini Urus. |
SUV buatan Lamborghini sepertinya memang sedang banyak diburu oleh para pecinta otomotif dunia. Setelah diperkenalkan beberapa tahun lalu di Beijing Motor Show, kehadiran Lamborghini Urus ini seolah semakin samar-samar. Tapi, para pecinta otomotif patutlah bersabar sedikit lagi untuk dapat mencicipi SUV tangguh ini.
Pihak Lambo yang diwakili oleh CEO Stephan Winkelman kepada Gtspirit, Kamis (23/1/2014), mengkonfirmasi bahwa pihaknya sedang mempersiapkan produksi masal SUV andalan mereka tersebut. Terhitung mulai dari tahun 2014 ini, Lambo sedang mulai menggarapnya dan akan dirilis di pasaran sekitar tahun 2017.
Mengingat konsep yang dipamerkan mereka selama ini, ada kemungkinan besar, versi produksinya pun takkan jauh beda. Rupa familiar yang dihadirkan selama ini sepertinya pun sudah begitu memukai publik otomotif.
Dalam debutnya nanti, para pengamat memprediksi bakal ada perlawanan sengit dari para automaker lain. Salah satu diantaranya adalah Bentley yang juga sedang mempersiapkan Suv termalah dan paling luxury bercorak green-lighted hasil kerjasamanya dengan Volkswagen.
www.merdeka.com
Rabu, 22 Januari 2014
Toyota Alphard 3.5 V, Harga Bakal Mendekati Rp 2 Miliar
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| Toyota Alphard 3.5 V. |
Toyota Indonesia akan merevisi harga Alphard 3.5 V menyusul kebijakan Pemerintah menaikan Pajak Pertambahan Nilai Barang Mewah (PPnBM) dari 75 persen menjadi 125 persen untuk mobil bermesin 3.000 cc ke atas. "Kami sedang hitung, mungkin awal Februari sudah bisa diumumkan," jelas Widyawati, General Manager Corporate Planning and Public Relation, Toyota Astra Motor, di Jakarta, hari ini (22/1/2014).
Saat ini, Toyota Alphard 3.5V dijual Rp 1,1 miliar. Bila ditambah dengan PPnBM dperkirankan hampir Rp 2 miliar. Kendati konsumennya orang berduit, penjualan dipastikan terpengaruh. "Kami harus memahami kepekaan konsumen di segmen ini," lanjut Widyawati.
Ditambahkan, Alphard bermesin 3,5 liter sebenarnya terjual belasan unit per bulan. Paling banyak diminati adalah varian bermesin 2,4 liter, yaitu 2.4X dijual Rp 745 juta atau 2.4G Rp 890 juta.
Selain Alphard, model lain bermesin besar yang dipasarkan Toyota di Indonesia - 4,5 liter - adalah Land Cruiser LC 200.
otomotif.kompas.com
Selasa, 21 Januari 2014
Jeep Ski Area
Everyone knows that the most capable vehicle in the ski area parking lot is a Jeep Wrangler, so naturally lots of skiers' choose to own a Jeep. Having a bit of fun with this association, Jeep has created a new print ad shown above that links skiing and Jeeping.
Senin, 20 Januari 2014
Gorilla Wheel Locks
Okay, I admit - it's hard to get excited about lug nuts. But if you've never given yours a second thought, I'm here to suggest that maybe you ought to.
Besides a lift kit, what's the most expensive thing you put on your Jeep? For most people, it's the wheels and tires! They can easily cost well over $1,500, and if you're simply reusing the original lug nuts, those wheels and tires can be stolen in under 10 minutes.
Most wheel lock kits come with a single locking lug nut. You can buy wheel lock lug nuts direct from Mopar, or the typical Jeep lug nut kit includes 4 wheel locks, one for each wheel. These are easily defeated with a wheel lock removal tool, however, and don't include a lock for your spare wheel.
Gorilla Automotive makes a full wheel lock kit listed for Jeeps that includes locking lug nuts for all 5 lugs, but the problem is that it only includes 20 lug nuts; it leaves your spare tire as vulnerable to theft as ever. The trick is to order a set for 6-lug wheels instead of for 5-lug wheels: this gives you 24 locking lug nuts so you have 3 left over for use on your spare wheel, with one extra for if you ever lose or strip the threads on one. Single wheel lock lug nuts deter casual thieves, but a complete set of locking lug nuts installed on every single lug substantially increases the time and effort required to steal your wheels & tires, so only the most determined thief would even consider targeting your Jeep.
Gorilla Automotive part number 71684N pictured above is what I ordered, and I found yet again that Amazon.com had the best price. It includes five 1/2-inch locking lug nuts for each wheel, plus three more for the spare tire, one extra lug nut, and the wheel lock key (special socket). Not pictured (because I don't need anyone stealing my wheels & tires) is a sticker with the lock's part number so you can order a replacement if you ever lose the lock. The sticker should be placed inside the glovebox or under the hood, and the wheel lock key should be kept with the Jeep at all times for when you need to install your spare tire.
The new lug nuts are the same "acorn" style as the originals, but they are slightly longer and stick out a tiny bit more than the originals. The original Jeep lug nuts use a 19mm socket while the new wheel lock key is 13/16" or 21mm. This means that your Jeep's tire iron will not fit your new wheel lock key. You should already have a 13/16" or 21mm socket in your tool kit that you carry in your Jeep at all times (right???) but if you don't then it's a good idea to get a Gorilla Telescoping Lug Wrench Set that includes two sockets with all four of the popular lug nut sizes - you never know when you'll need to help a fellow 4wheeler on the trail or a damsel in distress on the side of the road, so having this powerful and compact lug wrench stored with your jack in the back of your Jeep is wise.
Review and Installation of EternaBond Roof and Leak Repair Tape
During a camp out on Mt. Graham four months ago, we were exposed to a pretty intense monsoon in the middle of the night. I had inspected the roof of the camper during the spring and all looked well, but the triple-digit heat of the summer had done its work. During the storm, the Fantastic Vent started to leak rather badly. Instead of using Dicor lap sealant again to fix the leak, I decided it was time to try another product I had heard much about, yet had never tried--EternaBond Roof and Leak Repair Tape.EternaBond Tape has been around for years. It's the only micro sealant tape touted to stop any leak or water proof any roof surface. UV resistant, the tape comes in four colors--tan, gray, black, and white--and can be purchased in various lengths and widths, including two, four, and six inches. For my RV's roof, I opted for the four-inch wide tape which provided me with just the right amount of coverage for all flanges and seams. If you're interested in buying this tape on Amazon.com look for EternaBond RSW-4-50 White Roof Seal. At $60 a roll the tape is expensive, but it lasts a long time after it's installed. How long, you ask? The company's website says it will hold up on your roof anywhere between 18-36 years. That's pretty impressive and makes the cost for purchasing the tape well worth it, especially when you consider how often lap sealant needs to be replaced in extreme climates.
Installing the tape takes only a few minutes, but first you must ensure the surface where you're applying the tape is entirely clean or the tape won't properly adhere. Don't skip this critical step or your time and effort will be wasted. The company offers a reasonably priced spray cleaner called EternaClean that can safely be used on EPDM and TPO rubber roofs though regular, non-petroleum based cleaners work well, too. To apply the tape, you'll need a roof cleaner, a few rags, a sharp pair of scissors, and a small roller. Some folks like to use box cutters to cut the tape, but I don't recommend it. Common sense applies here. A drop or accidental slip of the cutter and you've sliced open your rubber roof. It's best to be safe than sorry and use traditional scissors instead. Just make sure that they're sharp. Because of the multiple layers, EternaBond tape is thick and can be difficult to cut.
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| The leaking vent before applying the EternaBond Tape. |
As you might expect, EternaBond Tape is very sticky. Indeed, the tape is so sticky that you only have one chance to put it down. It's best to cut the tape to length, then remove the release liner as you apply it. Be careful with this stuff. The first time I used it I ended up wasting a couple feet after the tape bunched up on me. Lesson learned. If you're using this tape to seal old seams or vents, don't bother removing the old sealant. This stuff is meant to cover it (silicone is the one exception, EternaBond won't stick to it so it will need to be removed). After the tape is applied, use the roller and your fingers to seal the tape to the surface, paying particular attention to any nooks or crannies. The directions that came with my tape recommended that the front areas where the tape is applied be sealed with Dicor. This isn't mandatory, but it is a good idea to ensure high speed winds and rain don't take hold of the front edge and peel it back.
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| Sealing the tape is best done using a small roller. |
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| The finished job. Looks great and the leaks are gone! |
Besides vents and other openings on your roof, what else can the tape be used for? Well, you can use it to seal cuts or tears in your TPO or EPDM roof and reseal the main seams of your roof to prevent leaks. In emergencies, it can also be used to seal leaking drain pipes and cracked rooftop fixtures like air conditioning shrouds and vent covers. It's that sticky and works that well. In fact, this tape works so well that I keep a small roll of it in my RV repair kit for emergencies. Because the tape bonds so well, the question is often asked how to remove old tape or tape that was improperly applied. According to the company's website, all you need is a heat gun or hair dryer to create enough heat to peel off the old tape.
When it comes to the maintenance of your RV, water leaks are, without a doubt, the greatest threat. Left unchecked, leaks will rot the interior of your RV and cause black mold. This is why it's important to conduct periodic inspections topside, paying particular attention to the condition of the roof membrane and to the condition of any sealants used on vents, skylights, and other fixtures. If you find anything amiss, I recommend that you give this tape a try. Sure, it's spendy, but we're talking about your RV here. If you're like me you've invested a healthy sum in your RV so you should do all you can to protect it. I learned long ago that you get what you pay for. No other product works as well or lasts as long as EternaBond Leak and Roof Repair Tape.
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