Audi builds the new e-tron model range at the Geneva Motor Show continues: The Audi A1 is an e-tron Mega City Vehicle (MCV), with innovative drive technology. For zero emission urban driving he provides a powerful electric motor. In addition, an internal combustion engine on board, reloading the battery in the exceptional case. Thanks to the excellence of its electric motor of 75 kW (102 hp) drives the A1 e-tron extremely agile.
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The model family e-tron from Audi is a few months old, and yet she has had several faces. It uses very different technology concepts Audi. The first e-tron, who stood in 2009 at the IAA in Frankfurt / Main, is a series production electric performance sports car with all four wheels. In the study of the Detroit Motor Show in 2010, there is a light, compact two-seater with two electric motors at the rear.

The A1 e-tron now presents another approach – a compact electric car in the premium class. The four-seat, two-door city car MCV is designed for everyday use in urban areas designed, for example in Europe, North America and the wildly growing megacities in Asia and South America. The Audi A1 e-tron always drives with electric drive. Its engine is only to reload the battery in individual cases.
The integration of new technologies is the holistic approach, the Audi pursues the electrical driving. Behind the three e-tron models already is a diversified, modular building block technology. The goal is to use energy with minimal losses. The precise interaction of the components, their intelligent packaging, and efficient management of flows to show the technology expertise of the brand in this field. To keep the battery, the electric motor and power electronics in their respective ideal temperature windows, Audi has developed a proprietary thermal management. The Audi A1 e-tron is the e-machine, a synchronous motor, placed transversely in the bow – its deep mounting position will go to the center of gravity. They are 45 kW (61 HP) from steady state, the short-term usable peak power is 75 kW (102 PS). The 150 Nm of torque are available from the state, and the top scores torque is 240 Nm.

The forces of the electric flow in a single-stage gear, which forwards them to the front wheels. To select the speed steps “before”, “Back” and “Neutral” an elegant, retractable lever is on the console of the central tunnel, as he was already in the first Audi e-tron installed.
In the engine on the E-machine sits the power electronics. Its main features include the Pulswechsel converter, which serves as a controller between the electric motor, and battery, the DC converter, which docked the 14-volt electrical system to a high voltage, a switching unit to secure the high-voltage components and the loading module. Behind the rings in the single-frame of the Audi A1 e-tron is the jack for the unit Slade plug. When fully discharged battery charging takes on 380-volt power for about three hours. A display next to the plug-in connection shows the current state of charge and time remaining.
The concept of innovative Mega City Vehicles requires it to electrify important accessories. It states, inter alia, the refrigerant compressor of the air through a high-voltage electric motor and electric depending on the current power demand driven. The system efficiency increases significantly over conventional approaches. Thanks to a special circuit of the climate cycle also acts as a heat pump, the temperature of the interior and the battery.

Infiniti has confirmed plans to build its first hybrid vehicle. Under the designation M35 HYBRID will be within the most energy efficient version of the recently announced new M-series.

In the guise of this luxury sedan for the first time demonstrated the basis of the concept car comes Essence combination of high performance and low emissions from spring 2011 for the first time on the road.

From then on, the Japanese luxury brand will complement that already now for a hybrid arguments talking about a hitherto rather neglected aspect of driving pleasure. For the corporate slogan “Inspired Performance” Following is the technology of the M35 HYBRID the driving experience does not diminish, but continue to increase.

The M35 HYBRID is not just the first hybrid vehicle within 20 years of company history, but also the greenest and most economical car that Infiniti has ever brought to market. It is based on the new Infiniti M, which in turn receives the design elements at the Geneva Salon 2009 sports car study revealed Essence. The M35 HYBRID combines the luxury of a high-class sedan with the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions far smaller cars. At the same time allows to reach the V-6 engine combines with rear wheel drive for an Infiniti typical driving experience that even the most demanding automotive enthusiast satisfied.

The parallel hybrid system from Infiniti parent company developed in-house and consists of a separate electric motor and two clutches. The first clutch connects the conventional 3.5-liter V6 with an electric generator. Both give their power on a common drive shaft to the rear wheels and can be switched from the clutches as needed. Result is a linear power delivery and a very direct response.

The electric motor acts as a generator when coasting, and then provides an inverted energy. During braking, the otherwise useless fizzle energy is returned to the battery (recuperation). Under certain driving conditions, the M 35 HYBRID even go all-electric. In the mode “Power Assist”, however, he energetically supported the gasoline engine during acceleration – in this operating window runs the Infiniti M 35 HYBRID then with the much vaunted “power of two hearts.”

Its energy relates to the electric motor of laminated lithium-ion batteries. Compared to conventional cylindrical batteries they require only half the mounting area at the same time, double power. The layered structure also facilitates cooling of the battery, to provide additional temperature stability of manganese electrodes. The reliability of the batteries benefited greatly from this design.

Thanks to the innovative hybrid architecture of the Infiniti M35 offers HYBRID under almost all driving conditions an optimized fuel consumption, which sets new standards in the luxury segment. More information on the performance, the range and the exact operation of the drive will issue the company a later date.

Excel As a result of various measures to reduce fuel consumption even the conventionally powered new M models its predecessor in terms of consumption and emissions – despite consistently higher performance. The additional hybrid variant increases the efficiency in the use of fossil fuels in the future even further.

And the timetable for introducing the new Infiniti M-Series: The order of a specially-designed for Western Europe high-performance V6 diesel engine range of gasoline is added is regionally differentiated from spring 2010 to the launch. And – as a first for Infiniti – in all 33 countries where the mark is represented worldwide.

The M35 HYBRID will follow with approximately twelve months apart. The Infiniti brand has its roots in Japan. The product portfolio consisting of high-performance sedans, coupes and crossovers will now be distributed worldwide through a dedicated network of dealers or so-called Infiniti Centres with individual and superior customer service.

From 2008, the Yukon Hybrid from GMC in America comes on the market. The full hybrid is the first production vehicle, equipped with the two-mode powertrain. This drive is developed in a cooperation with DaimlerChrysler and BMW, and attracts a gradually in several SUVs these manufacturers.
This vehicle is a prototype. It can not be bought!
The Yukon Hybrid is powered by a TwoMode aluminum small-block V8 and is supported by the two-mode system supports optimal with respect to consumption or sportiness. The first mode is suited for the urban area and enables electric driving at low speeds and even for small trailer loads.

The second mode of the Yukon Hybrid TwoMode is more suited for highway travel and large trailer loads. In general, the two-mode system with a four-speed automatic transmission is used. Depending on driving conditions can save up to 25% fuel by means of this hybrid drive.

At the NAIAS 2008 in Detroit introduced the Saturn Vue Green Line 2-Mode Hybrid ago. The vehicle 2009 is available on the American market and is the first front-driven vehicle with the two-mode hybrid system. The range is more than 500 miles (800km). In urban areas demonstrated with this powertrain fuel savings of more than 50% compared to the conventional vehicle.
The V6 engine of the Vue Green Line 2-Mode Hybrid has a displacement of 3.6 liters and equipped with a gasoline direct injection. Thanks to the low exhaust emissions the vehicle as a PZEV (Partial Zero Emission Vehicle is classified).
The continuously variable electric two-mode transmission (EVT) in front-transverse structure uses two permanent magnet synchronous machines with a maximum power of 55kW per electric unit, which are coupled by three planetary gear sets and four hydraulic wet clutches. All functions are calculated by the hybrid control strategy for torque permanent basis.

The electrical performance of the Vue Green Line 2-mode hybrid is a nickel-metal hydride battery supplied, which works with a rated voltage of 300V. The energy content is 1.8 kWh. A special feature is always electrically driven backwards. If the charge is too low, the second electric motor is driven by the combustion engine, in order to charge the battery.
The driver is kept informed via a display on the respective operating mode of the hybrid vehicle. The fuel savings in the Vue Green Line 2-Mode Hybrid to be achieved through:

*Idle shutdown of the engine
*Purely electric driving at low speeds
*Fuel cut-off during deceleration
*Regenerative braking
*Energy-efficient auxiliary systems

The concept car C-Cactus, which at the IAA in 2007 World Premiere, developed Citroën a new view of the car, which focuses on the core values and has the ambitious goal of an environmentally friendly car with funny, stylish design and hybrid HDi technology represent the price of a Citroen C4 initial version.

The C-Cactus is an environmentally conscious car. He uses a recycled or recyclable materials high proportion, and he uses little, like the genus, whose name it bears. kg thanks to a diesel-hybrid powertrain and a low total weight of only 1306 is its standard total consumption, only 3.4 l/100 km and CO2 emission of just 78 g / km.
This is the C-Cactus is not more expensive than a family car, the compact class. Its occupants, it offers a total length of 4.2 meters, missing not at a width of 1.8 meters, a spacious and comfortable interior, where convenience features such as an automatically controlled air conditioning, a premium audio system, a glazed panoramic roof or a cruise control and speed limiter .

With sensitivity to the economy, creative solutions, the C-Cactus as cheap to produce, that it can be equipped with an HDi hybrid powertrain, without therefore be more expensive than a C4 in the initial version. To achieve this result, the focus of facilities of the C-Cactus at the essence for the wellbeing of the occupants, and exploring new ways of conception, thus saving and environmental protection without sacrificing comfort is possible.

Thus, in the dashboard, for example: all functions where subjects were summarized on the center console and the fixed steering wheel hub. The center console takes up the active speaker audio system, the gear selector lever and a touch screen, with the onboard computer, navigation system and the air conditioning will be served. The switches for turn signals, headlights, wipers, horn and cruise control and speed limiter are on the other hand, the fixed steering wheel hub, as well as the speedometer and the control and Warnleuchten.Einfachheit also determines the design of the front end, the outer skin only from a fixed hood with integrated fenders and a maintenance hatch is, through the level, windscreen washer water, etc. can be checked and refilled.

Similar to the approach to the design of the side window with the fully automatic retractable window air-conditioning are almost obsolete. So there is only a simple sliding window that is sufficient for the remaining needs. Elaborate mechanisms and window guidance can be omitted. The seats are in turn assembled from two different parts: a foam pad with colored skin that provides a high level of comfort, and a solid shell that holds the foam padding and allows the attachment of the seat rails on the car floor. The ergonomics are excellent, in spite of a very reduced number of parts. For Citroën is always in the foreground, that the environmentally friendly technology and vehicles in which it is used, for a maximum number of customers must be affordable, so that the use is for the environment also affects.

The ambitious objective of C-Cactus is the consistent pursuit of this approach, for he intends to make energy-efficient drive technology of the Hybrid HDi so affordable that the finished product could be sold at an introductory price of a normal compact sedan. Thanks to the drive train with an HDi diesel engine with 70 PS DIN (of course with particulate filter) and an electric motor with another 30 hp made the C-Cactus consumption figures and CO2 emissions of just 3.4 l/100 km and 78 g / km in EU combined cycle. In city traffic is a ZEV mode (Zero Emission Vehicle) is possible, of a pure electric drive with no exhaust, and almost equivalent to no noise. On city routes with their frequent changes between acceleration and deceleration of the hybrid plays his advantage of the recovery of kinetic energy from perfect anyway.

But other issues also show how the C-Cactus represents the conservation of resources in the center. The new constructive solutions of the C-Cactus will not only save manufacturing costs, they also reduce the energy and material consumption: the reduction of the parts does not affect in a weight reduction of 15% compared to the C4 Hybrid HDi, the total weight of only 1306 kg. The tire size of the C-Cactus is down moderately with 205/45 R21 wide and aims to reduce rolling resistance and forehead area.

The reduced number of components and the reduced mass means a lower use of primary energy in the production of materials and, of course. These were carefully either recyclable or recycled materials already selected. Some of it is classic and usual: the glass of the disks and the tires are recyclable, and the sheet metal of the doors it is anyway. The latter are in fact made of unvarnished, but corrosion resistant steel. Finally, the speed of the C-Cactus wisely to 150 km / h is limited. This decision contributes to the environmental impact of the car in, but above all it shows the will of Citroën in a new way of thinking in terms of driving, in which the drivers in harmony with its surroundings, the environment and other road users on the road. The high belt line and the wheels with 21 inch diameter reinforcing the impression of temperament and vitality of the C-Cactus. On the wheels was the development of special attention. Big wheels with low profile is an inevitable trend in modern design and symbolize the modernity of the C-Cactus is to express itself but is to combine such aesthetic needs with cost and energy efficiency. Citroën has therefore developed jointly with Michelin low profile, large diameter, but small width. The small footprint reduces the rolling resistance and thus fuel consumption, the rubber used in production is limited and thus reduces the production cost. To emphasize the novelty and originality, this special tire designs are decorated with green on white, printed on a wide groove of the entire tread.

At the rear of the C-Cactus continues the design language of round and stretched motives that determine the dynamic in their mixture and sympathetic character of the whole car. The chevrons indicate the car is clear from a Citroën, while the name Cactus in relief on the lower tailgate in a young, modern and softly rounded font appears. When choosing the material often unusual, novel materials have been chosen, which have a high surface quality and on their aesthetic appeal while also environmentally friendly and cost are. Thus we find cork in many trims and to the air nozzle and the control panel of the air conditioning. The bottom plate is decorated with motifs made of recycled leather. The white paint of some parts and the texture of the original materials act simultaneously and provide a high quality appearance. The ignition key of C-Cactus is a portable MP3 player with a touch screen on the fixed steering wheel hub plugged in, it is recognized by the vehicle, which can then start.

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Do you like travelling with car? If yes, this article has important information for you. Especially for your car. When we take long travel by using car, of course lighting is very important. As we know when night comes, we need to see the street lighting becomes clearer. Right? In this case, indeed we need a good light and bright enough to illuminate the journey when night. And here you’ll find a proper lighting to complement your car accessories. I’m sure, you need to know more about this.

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Porsche presented in early March at the Geneva Motor Show in the completely newly developed generation of the Cayenne Sports Utility Vehicle. The highlight of the generations is the world premiere of the hybrid Cayenne S with the technically demanding parallel full hybrid powertrain and a fuel consumption of 8.2 liters in the NEDC fuel per 100 kilometers, which corresponds to CO2 emissions of just 193 g / km. The hybrid Cayenne S connects to a six-cylinder based on the performance of an eight-cylinder engine with significantly lower fuel consumption.

This vehicle is in Europe from the 08th May 2010 sold.

Led by the hybrid Cayenne S all models of the new generation drive in their classrooms as models of efficiency and performance in front. Compared to previous models, consumption falls by up to 23 percent. For, as any Porsche, the new Cayenne has been true to the principle of “Intelligent Performance Porsche developed: more power with less fuel, more efficiency and less CO2 emissions.

Achieve these objectives, including through the use of a new eight-speed automatic transmission Tiptronic S with Auto Start-Stop function and a large translation spread through thermal management of engine and Getriebekühlkreislauf by wiring recuperation and variable fuel cut-off and not least by intelligent lightweight construction. Thanks to a weight-material mix and conceptual changes in the total vehicle as the new active and light four-wheel drive, the weight could, for example, the Cayenne S are reduced by 180 kilograms – despite improved product substance and increased security. This affects not only very positive impact on consumption and CO2 emissions, it also prokafitieren performance, agility and handling.

The new Cayenne thus offers even more driving pleasure both on and off the road than before, coupled with even more practicality, comfort and elegance. The all-new, sporty and elegant design ties the Cayenne generation of 2010 optically even more closely into the Porsche family. The sports car character comes from all angles even further to advantage, and the Porsche-typical form and design issues are more evident.

For an improved interior space and increased variability of the wheelbase was extended by 40 millimeters. In total the increase in length 48 mm. Despite the larger dimensions of the new-generation Cayenne, but looks much more compact and more dynamic. Catcher in the completely redesigned, very high-quality interior is rising to the front center console with superscript dial or lever, the front gives the interior cockpit a character. The rear seat is moved along by 160 millimeters, with the inclination of the seat backs when needed can be adjusted in three stages.

The Cayenne launch in Europe on 8 May in the sale. Porsche offers to each customer from the beginning the right model: The range starts with the Cayenne with 3.6-liter V6 engine. Although the engine now develops 300 hp, with lower consumption in the NEDC combined with the optional eight-speed Tiptronic S in comparison to its predecessor by 20 percent to 9.9 l/100 km. Also 20 percent less fuel – namely 7.4 instead of 9.3 l/100 km consumed – the Cayenne Diesel, whose three-liter V6 diesel engine 240 hp (176 kW) and develops a maximum torque of 550 Newton meters.

Even in the Cayenne S-torque 4.8-liter V8 engine’s fuel consumption was significantly reduced: by 23 percent to 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers. In the engine now develops 400 hp instead of 385 hp and offers all models of the new-generation Cayenne clearly improved driving performance. This also applies to the Cayenne Turbo. Its 4.8-liter V8 bi-turbo engine with 500 hp (368 kW) is consumed in the NEDC with 11.5 l/100 km now also 23 percent less than its predecessor (14.9 l/100 km).

The hybrid Cayenne S consume a total of three of the five Cayenne models under ten liters of fuel per 100 km in the NEDC, two models also come less than 200 grams of CO2 per kilometer. With 193 grams per km is the Cayenne S Cayenne Hybrid not only the model with the lowest CO2 emissions, but the entire Porsche range.

When intelligent interplay of the three-liter V6 engine compressor and the electric motor in the Cayenne S is the maximum overall efficiency of the hybrid in the foreground. Depending on driving conditions, this objective is achieved if one or both of the two drives worked together. In the 34 kW (47 hp) electric motor payable is the ideal partner for the 333-hp supercharged engine and its high torque at low speeds. Together the two provide a maximum system output of 380 hp and a maximum torque of 580 Nm at 1.000/min and thus performance on the level of the Cayenne S with a V8 engine.

Both units are connected via one of the so-called hybrid manager-controlled clutch. Only this clutch that allows the hybrid Cayenne S, either by electric or internal combustion engine alone, or can be operated by two motors together. In moderate driving style can so – for example, in residential areas – electric only short distances and hence emissions, and driven nearly silent, and even a maximum speed of 60 km / h can be achieved. For sporty acceleration when starting the electric motor can only produce the so-called boosting also additional boost.

The intelligent control of the clutch ensures that the transitions occur between the hybrid-specific driving modes for the driver unobtrusive, comfortable and fast. It also enables the possibility that the combustion engine completely shut down at speeds of up to 156 km / h and can be decoupled from the driveline when no input power is required. In this so-called sailing mode, engine power with a sliding, the engine drag torque of the combustion engine, with its strong braking effect is eliminated, the wind resistance and thus reduced fuel consumption.

World Premiere of the BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid, which is part of BMW EfficientDynamics, the potential of BMW ActiveHybrid technology transfers for the first time in the segment of luxury sedans. In typical BMW expression combines the concept study, a significant reduction in fuel consumption and emissions with hybrid cars in this class of vehicle unprecedented driving dynamics.

The BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid a V8-cylinder petrol engine and an electric drive in a mild hybrid concept will be linked intelligently together. The drive concept of the study allows for improved driving dynamics while reducing fuel consumption and emissions by 15 percent in the EU test cycle compared to a vehicle with pure internal combustion engine. This requires the use of BMW ActiveHybrid technology no limitations on the practicality and the model-specific characteristics of a BMW 7 Series.

The concept study represents the combination of ride comfort, visual presence and sovereignty of a BMW 7 series with trend, efficiency-optimized drive technology by BMW ActiveHybrid technology. This implies the option to enrich by BMW Active Hybrid, the brand’s sheer driving pleasure at an additional facet. The implementation in a vehicle of this segment leads to a new perception of hybrid technology: In the configuration developed by BMW it causes significant efficiency gains efficiency without any renunciation, dynamics, safety and comfort.
The drive technology of the BMW Concept 7 Series Active Hybrid consists of a V8 petrol engine with Twin Turbo and High Precision Injection, based on the drive of the BMW 750i. There he has an output of 300 kW/407 hp and maximum torque of 600 Newton meters. Now it is combined with a fully integrated into the gear housing electric unit with a capacity of 15 kW and a torque of up to 210 Newton meters.
Under the mild hybrid concept increases the electric drive, the dynamic potential of the eight-cylinder gasoline engine in the character of the BMW 7 Series appropriate manner, by supporting the acceleration of the vehicle contributes. In addition, the electric unit is provided by brake energy regeneration current to supply the electrical loads on board. Thus, the direct conversion of fuel into electrical energy is minimized and maximized for conversion into driving dynamics available torque.
The V8 petrol engine is ideal for both driving dynamics and on efficiency-oriented vehicle concept. He is the world’s only eight-cylinder gasoline engine, the turbo charger to save space are arranged in the V-space between the cylinder banks, and also the most efficient engine in its class. Developed for the concept car hybrid components are based on a technology that is designed as part of the hybrid co-operation between BMW and Daimler. The hybrid co-operation successfully develops components for hybrid drives including power electronics and high-voltage batteries. The BMW-specific interpretation of the hybrid drive system is also protected.
The V8 petrol engine is ideal for both driving dynamics and on efficiency-oriented vehicle concept.
He is the world’s only eight-cylinder gasoline engine, the turbo charger to save space are arranged in the V-space between the cylinder banks, and also the most efficient engine in its class. Developed for the concept car hybrid components are based on a technology that is designed as part of the hybrid co-operation between BMW and Daimler. The hybrid co-operation successfully develops components for hybrid drives including power electronics and high-voltage batteries. The BMW-specific design of the hybrid drive system is also protected.
BMW ActiveHybrid is based on a modular principle which allows accordance with the strategy “Best of Hybrid” to integrate the optimum components for different vehicle segments. In the BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid components used – mild hybrid transmission and eight-cylinder gasoline engine supplement – is just as ideal as full hybrid transmission and eight-cylinder petrol engine in the BMW Concept X6 Active Hybrid. The compact, replaced in the gearbox integrated e-conventional machine, directly from the engine-driven generator and the starter. Electrical energy is produced by Brake Energy Regeneration with a unique efficiency and high efficiency without impairing the drive torque of the motor.
The integrated power electronics enable unmatched compact and safe arrangement of the hybrid components. A powerful, integrated package-compliant in the luggage lithium-ion battery stores the energy generated and supplied the electrical system. Its high storage capacity enables the potential of regenerative braking system optimally. BMW Active Hybrid produces more electric power from less fuel.

With the increased electrical power available, additional vehicle functions are operated purely electrically. The Auto Start Stop function to prevent idling of the combustion engine in conjunction with Active Hybrid technology in a particularly convenient expression is available.

The BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid demonstrates the integration of BMW ActiveHybrid technology in a luxury sedan in the BMW 7 Series. All hybrid components are arranged package compliant. E-machine and power electronics – are not visible from outside – integrated into the gear housing. A specially designed hollow aluminum cargo space illustrates the compact design of the lithium-ion batteries.
The front of the BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid shows the typical range for the natural presence, especially through the large, upright BMW kidney underlined. Sches specific feature of the concept vehicle is a whole over the width of the front-reaching aluminum strip below the flag carrier, the contributes as an air guide for optimizing the aerodynamics. The lower air intake is covered in the middle of Alumiumband. They are divided horizontally by the outwardly tapering foothills of Alumiumbands. At the outermost edges of the air intake vents are positioned fog lights, consisting of seven LED units.

In side view, the sporty and elegant lines of the BMW 7 Series is highlighted by 20-inch alloy wheels in V-spoke design. The rims are painted in body color. The painting of the vehicle and the rim in the color Blue Metallic Water serves as a recognition feature for particularly efficient concept cars from BMW.
At the rear of the BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid symbolize a further air guide made of aluminum and exhaust tailpipes with new contours, the innovative drive concept. Analogous to the front end extends into the rear integrated aluminum strip over the entire vehicle width. At the same time it forms the upper frame of the outlets are arranged far outboard of the exhaust system. The strikingly broad and flat contour of the outlets wins by an additional horizontal brace a appearance.

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Effective fleet management does not know just where your vehicles are at any time. With vehicle tracking systems can increase productivity, reduce the fuel and insurance costs and streamline your organization to maximize efficiency. Real time vehicle tracking allows you to all that, without waiting for someone to do the data analysis of days or even weeks later.

Real Time Tracking changes calculated the exact position of the vehicle at the current time and update it constantly with time and location of the vehicle. Information on the tracked vehicle is not delayed or recorded for post analysis, but uses precise GPS positioning and mobile phone network for communication, updating in real time over the phone. GPS systems to use the satellite-based network and not just relying on the air the advantage of extended coverage, are useful when you work your fleet in a remote place.

Various technologies are used in vehicle tracking, including vehicle-tag-based AVI and video image processing. While this commercial vision systems well in free flowing traffic, they tend to be less effective in congested situations or built-up areas, where shadows and lighting transitions lead to “mask” the location of the vehicle.

Knowing exactly where your vehicles are in real time to the fleet manager a huge advantage. It allows you to be tightened much more in your business, giving you the opportunity to change the planned route in case of emergencies, breakdowns or other variables that can make compromise with the usual routes of your vehicles. Something as simple as building sites can mean that a planned collection will be delayed by a customer. The use of real-time GPS tracking, a fleet manager can manage the nearest vehicle to a destination, saving time, money and especially their customers to keep happy.

Real-time tracking can also help fleet managers to “Keep an eye in the cabin” means any vehicle on the road. The transmitted data can immediately say, fleet manager of any deviation from the specified routes, if the drivers are speeding or even help drivers when they are lost. Real-time tracking can also be used in emergencies, to notify police or emergency services of the exact location of a vehicle if it is stolen or involved in an accident. This is also a fleet manager to cover the ability to re-route other vehicles, deliveries or pick-ups from this situation causes.

GPS tracking not only tells about the vehicle fleet manager, it can also consider the length of the cargo as well. GPS tracking tags are a great way to follow the cargo transported by the vehicle, particularly important where the goods are perishable or time-sensitive. Most current systems still employ 3D modeling, recovery trajectories and concerns models with high accuracy. These systems work well on small to medium sized fleets, but can naturally become complex for larger fleets. Region-based real-time tracking uses a system of overlapping identification of a connected region in the image associated with each vehicle and tracked it over time with a cross-correlation algorithm.

Modern real-time vehicle tracking systems become more complex, but the information they provide is invaluable to effective fleet management. Although expensive to begin with, the long-term savings for fleet businesses of all sizes can be substantial.
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On the 80th Geneva Motor Show (March 4 to 14), Opel offers a taste of the future of the brand. The concept car Flextreme GT / E is expressive, self-confident design with high emotional appeal. An efficient, environmentally friendly electric power is the GT Flextreme / E more than 200 Km / h fast.

This vehicle is a prototype and can not be bought!
Electric actuators are designed for Opel is the key to greater independence from fossil fuels. The implementation of the E-REV technology into the 4.70-meter long Flextreme GT / E Concept makes it clear that this pioneering approach works well in larger cars – similar to the compact Opel Ampera that comes on the market already in 2011. E-REV stands for Extended-Range Electric Vehicle and Electric Vehicle means with extended reach. With this technology it is possible to reserve the limited reach of a pure battery drive. The aerodynamic design with a drag coefficient of only 0.22 enables high performance. What’s more, the concept has to deal carefully with energy resources, which benefits also reach. The impressive appearance of the concept vehicle is characterized by its dimensions: Flat and wide, with arrow-shaped front and rear lights, expressive front end, a strong, visually perforated C-pillar and a muscular body subscribed.

The silhouette of the Flextreme GT / E highlights the development potential offered by the new Opel design language: Sculptural elegance paired with aerodynamic efficiency. The clear-cut front is determined by the flat bonnet, surrounded by the characteristic arrow-shaped LED headlamps that sit deep cut across in the wings. The new, trapezoidal grill is slender and energetic. In the center also has a arrow shaped, prominent chrome bar that large Opel Insignia, which hides behind the charging socket on the Flextreme batteries of GT / E.
The upper part of the grill serves as an inlet for a cooling wind, while the bottom is covered with a transparent cover. Since no other air intakes are required, could Opel’s designers the front in the sense of optimal aerodynamic design is particularly flat. Nevertheless meets the Flextreme GT / E, the future pedestrian protection regulations. The three-dimensional shaped hood with the brand’s typical crease points on both sides of narrow, on longitudinal extending openings through which the air can escape from the engine compartment. Muscular fenders and wheel arches go smoothly into the tapered side line. The profile of the Flextreme GT / E features a new, strongly shaped, but visually perforated C-pillar. This allows a continuous, flowing curved roof line and window to the rear. The new interpretation of the Opel-typical sickle-shaped bead, which extends from the C-pillar to the front fenders, emphasizes the dynamic look of the vehicle.

Similar to the new Opel Meriva concept ensures the enhanced FlexDoors with rear-hinged rear doors for an optimal entry into the vehicle. Light sensors instead of conventional door handles keep the smooth lines. Covered the hand of the driver or passenger, the sensor, this triggers the opening mechanism. In order to reduce air turbulence on the side, the mirrors through small camera body at the bottom of the A-pillars are replaced.
In the rear surrounds a pronounced shoulder line, the sculpted wheel arches and emphasizes the wide, low shape of the Flextreme GT / E. The coupe-look completes the steeply sloping tailgate with arrow-shaped LED light units. As in the Insignia Sports Tourer, the tailgate reaches three-dimensional far around the car completed, allowing better access to the boot. The slightly curved outwards, reaching far into the rear window roof improves airflow. The translucent glass panel in the middle of the roof has two functions: while in winter the sun’s rays pass through and so warms the interior, the disc darkens in the summer and provides a pleasant climate. Through an air scoop at the rear end of the roof batteries and electronic components, additional cooling. The Flextreme GT / E impressed with his impressive performance and efficiency of its design. Due to the low end surfaces, its low height of only 1308 mm and the smooth, encapsulated underbody, he cuts through the air with a minimum of turbulence.

A whole series of other measures also improves the aerodynamics. So as to reduce the narrow 21-inch alloy wheels and special 195/45er drag tires reduce rolling resistance. Clear, flush mounted covers the rim to minimize air turbulence at the wheels. The minimum front inlet optimizes air flow around the front of the car, and at the back of the bow once again climbs up subsoil reduces the air resistance – similar to the Venturi effect. The Flextreme GT / E impressively demonstrates the impact of active, flexible body components. At speeds exceeding 50 km / h drive from the ventilation slots of the rear wheel arches parallel to the body vertical spoiler. The 350 mm long baffles direct the air flow characteristics at the rear and reduce turbulence.

To save weight, Opel’s engineers used for the outer body parts light carbon-fiber composites, in the windows of polycarbonate plastics were used for structural components they used aluminum alloys. The result: 40 percent weight savings compared to conventional materials. Less weight means more efficient use of energy. The heart of the efficient propulsion concept is the E-REV-system, as has already been developed for the Opel Ampera. The Flextreme GT / E now, illustrates the flexibility of this technology in medium-sized vehicles format.

Despite its size reaches the Flextreme GT / E values as the similarly impressive Ampera: distances up to 60 km puts the car in the pure battery back completely CO2-free. Total mileage of more than 500 kilometers are possible. The resulting average fuel consumption is around 1.6 liters per 100 kilometers. The CO2 emissions are less than 40 g / km. Unlike hybrid vehicles, the Flextreme uses GT / E only electrical energy as a power source. For the typical distances up to 60 kilometers, which are, on average, laid back daily, provides the energy a T-shaped lithium-ion battery arranged block, located under the back seat into the floor.

Unlike pure electric cars is the Flextreme GT / E, the range is not limited by the capacity of the battery. When on long journeys the charge of the battery is coming to an end, a small internal combustion engine as a generator provides the necessary current. This allows a range of over 500 kilometers. Subsequently, the batteries can be recharged, or the Flextreme GT / E is running to the next gas station. The electric drive motor delivers the state a substantial torque of 370 Nm, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in under 9 seconds. The Flextreme GT / E Concept is a further step of Opel’s strategy to promote the electrification of the automobile. This includes a wide range of products – from battery-powered vehicles over electric car with extended range up to hybrid or fuel cell technology.

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