Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk

 

 

•  Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk, 2013

The Jeep announces the production version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk first seen as a concept at the 2012 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. The Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is evidence that even the most awarded SUV ever, and the most capable Grand Cherokee ever, can get even better.

The 2013 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is available with a V-6 or V-8 engine and includes the following capability-enhancing equipment:

• 18-inch Goodyear Silent Armor all-terrain tires with Kevlar reinforcement
• Solid steel rock rail body protection
• Quadra-Lift air suspension, with nearly 11 inches of ground clearance
• Selec-Terrain traction control system with five settings: Snow, Rock, Sand/Mud, Sport and Auto
• A Rear Electronic Limited-slip Differential (ELSD, V-8) that can transfer up to 100% of engines torque to one rear wheel in order to keep the Jeep moving forward even in the most extreme situations
• Quadra-Track II or Quadra-Drive II (V-8) with a two-speed transfer case to help conquer the toughest obstacles

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is easily recognized with new signature red Trailhawk and Trail Rated badging and tow hooks, black-surround headlamps and a unique gray on the grille surround, side mirrors, rear light bar, 4x4 badge and five-spoke 18-inch aluminum wheels. A black hood decal with a red accent stripe helps reduce glare from the sun which can help the driver in extreme off-road situations.

Trailhawk-specific interior touches include black leather and performance suede seats with red accent stitching and Mopar slush floor mats front and rear.

The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is available in Bright White, Brilliant Black, Mineral Gray, Maximum Steel and Deep Cherry Red.

Suzuki Grand Vitara

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

At the front of the car bumper and grille has been re-styled in a more angular design and foglamps styling has been revised. Other changes as well, including the headlight black accents on the 5-door SZ5 models, new design, 17 or 18″ alloy wheels. Temporary use of the 16 inch to spare wheel with 225/70 tire guneydogusu as standard, eliminating the need for a tyre repair system. As the spare wheel is mounted on the back door Suzuki Grand Vitara the length of the grown by 200mm (five-door models) and 170mm (three-door models).

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Moving inside, the SZ3 (3-door) and SZ4 (3-door and 5-door models to be finished with the new design of the seat trims while the SZ5 5-door models are now equipped with 6.1 inch Color touch the Navigation System. The navigation system is powered by Garmin and includes a comprehensive European mapping with the downloadable updates and content.

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Under the hood, 1.9 DDiS models had the emission control system is revised, the CO2 reduction from 183 g/km 174 g/km, which means) VED band to 1.9 DDiS engine has been reduced to a bunch of H. An additional benefit is that this is an improvement in the combined fuel economy for 42.8mpg from 41.5mpg.

First Look 2014 Grand Cherokee Diesel

Clean diesel is the saving grace for Jeep.

Chrysler Group LLC. chose the 2013 North American International Auto Show as the launchpad for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. What makes this Grand Cherokee special is the 3.0 liter V6 diesel that reintroduces Jeep to the world of diesel.

Diesel has been the dirty, hardworking cousin of gasoline in the United States since its birth in 1897. Sooty tail pipe emissions and noisy clatter meant being relegated to trucking and a small niche consumer who was willing to sacrifice for more efficiency. Now that fuel prices are going up and CAFE standards are looming just a little over a decade away diesel is being pushed to the forefront.

Diesel and Jeep should go hand and hand. Jeep isnt a car brand at all. Jeep only make SUVs and CUVs. These vehicles need to be capable and most of the time that means sacrificing fuel efficiency. Diesel offers the best chance right now of maintaining that capability of an SUV while meeting future fuel economy standards.

3.0 Liter V6 EcoDiesel Engine

Four cylinders just arent going to cut it in the full size SUV market. Grand Cherokee buyers are going to expect confident performance from their vehicle and enough torque to get them out of any situation. Jeeps choice for this job is a 3.0 liter MultiJetII turbodiesel engine. This engine is related to the VM Motori engine offered in Grand Cherokees overseas, but this version is updated with MultiJet injection technology as well as a Secondary Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system to reduce emissions further.

Jeep engineers have rated the 3.0 liter EcoDieseel at 240 horsepower at 3600 rpm and a massive 420 lb-ft at 2000 rpm which is 30 more lb-ft than the 5.7 liter Hemi® V-8 that is also available.

8-speed Automatic Transmission

Jeep CEO Mike Manley stressed that Jeep is focused on the entire power-train package. Jeep didnt want to saddle their new diesel with the antiquated 5-speed automatic in the current generation Grand Cherokee. Now the Grand Cherokee comes standard with a ZF-sourced 8-speed automatic that will further increase fuel economy. For Grand Cherokee use the transmission has been optimized for quick shifts and smoothness.  For tough off-roading situations and deep snow a crawling gear ratio of 44.1:1 is attainable with the two-speed transfer case. These are serious specs that add extra capability for those looking to take their Grand Cherokee places the old Grand Cherokee couldnt.

If all this technical talk is boring you then we can get straight to the point. All this technology combines to make the Grand Cherokee more fuel efficient. Jeep estimates that the 4X2 Grand Cherokee will travel 30 miles on one gallon of fuel. Combined fuel economy for the the 4X2 model is 25.5 miles per gallon. If you need 4X4, which you probably do, you can expect 28 miles per gallon on the highway and 24 miles per gallon combined. For maximum fuel efficiency an Eco Mode is available that changes the shift schedule, fuel cut-off and engine response that adds a theoretical 6 percent in efficiency.

Being able to tow is also important to Grand Cherokee owners. Maximum payload is a specialty of the diesel engine and the 3.0 liter EcoDiesel offers 7,400 pounds of towing capability. Stepping up to the V-8 is no longer necessary to get a capable weekend tow vehicle. 

For too long now diesel has not been taken seriously. Poor consumer perception warped by horrible diesel engines of the past has blinded consumers from the truth about clean diesel. Diesel engines are more capable, more versatile and better suited to the driving style of most drivers on the road today. Hopefully Jeep has put a gem of an engine rather than the scraps from Europe with SCR strapped on to achieve federal emission standards.

Diesel can save the full size SUV it just takes excellent diesel engines and a company that will stand behind diesel as a fuel for the future. Unless there is a dedicated effort to inform the public on what makes diesel special it will certainly fall flat. Diesel deserves a chance in the United States and consumers need to finally work through their prejudices. Jeep just might be the brand that does that.

2012 Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am

2012 Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am  - Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am back in action on 26 and 27 July 2011 After debuting at home track in Fiorano test at a private meeting at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida. Includes the wheels will be proven duo of Jaime Melo and Toni Vilander that can boast a vast listof victories to his name in a Ferrari. They will continue to work on the development of the Ferrari 458 Italian High in preparation for participation in the Championship 2012 in America.

Great Is the Ferrari 458 was built according to American rules and therefore different from European cars, especially in terms of developing 500 horsepower and has a less aerodynamically efficient than the GT version. It also comes with a 48 mm barrier and maximum 8000 revs. Significant modifications have been made to the braking system, because the car has no ABS or traction control.

Another difference from the GT3 including arches that provide greater lateral protection to enhance security in a series where the shock is something more common. This car is equipped with tires of Continental, a supplier for the series, showing a compound that is very difficult, once again to adapt to the rules of the series. In a search, he completed a good number of laps without problems, of 45 years, precisely in the hands of Maurizio mediani and Jaime Melo, that alternate at the wheel.

Ferrari Daytona remember a lot of memories of past victories in the famous 24 hours of the company, which has close ties with important events. In fact, Ferrari took part in the endurance race of 47, winning five of them immediately and take 15 to win the class.

Standing on the list was completely amazing podium in 1967 to two Ferrari 330 P4 and 412 Nart, while still in 1962, Phil Hill and Ricardo Rodríguez won the Dino 246 SP. in the year no less than four Ferrari finished in the top ten, while in 1972, Mario Andretti and Jacky Ickx won the 312 PB. *doc 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am.

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Gallery Thursday in the paddock at Grand Prix of Mosport

Race fans start showing up at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park today for the Grand Prix of Mosport, but for the teams, the action started yesterday. As the LMP 1 & 2 teams set up their paddock and pit spaces, the support series spent the day testing on track. Me, I spent part of the day wandering with the camera and the rest of it in the press room doing stuff for my gig at Wheels.

Check out a gallery from yesterday after the break.

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