Audi Unveils TTS At NAIAS : New car Audi 2008 review

Audi Unveils TTS At NAIAS
by Anthony Fontanelle


Audi AG, the German luxury automaker, as it inks a decade TT sports car production, hit another milestone in the auto industry by unveiling the performance-focused version dubbed the TTS. The TTS made its official debut last Sunday at the North American International Auto Show.
The TTS, which is available in both four-seat coupe and two-seat roadster convertible, is equipped with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that generates 272 hp and a governor-limited top speed of about 155 mph, divulged MLive. The engine produces nearly as much power as a 3.2-liter, six-cylinder engine, but with better fuel efficiency, it added.

To keep weight well distributed and under control - at a curb weight of just 3075 pounds - steel construction is used by the automaker’s engineers at the back end of the TTS. Additionally, aluminum is used in the front and center sections as well as the front suspension.

The use of lightweight aluminum and steel hybrid body shell kept the supercar grounded by a tailored chassis featuring four-wheel drive. Also, the TTS took advantage of the enlarged brakes and upgraded power steering to manage extra power. It will be recognizable by 'S' insignia, as well as new bi-xenon headlamps, larger front air intakes and deeper side-skirts and arches to house 18-inch alloy-wheels, Reuters noted.

The new engine features an intercooled turbocharger, direct gasoline injection and reworked air-intake system to become one of the most powerful four-cylinder engines around the globe. The engine generates as much power as the automaker’s 3.2-liter V6. However, the power is delivered with slashed fuel consumption. Specific fuel-use figures and pricing will be available closer to when the car goes on sale in the United States in November.

In the cockpit-like interior, there is a gray-finished instrument panel and different-design multi-function steering wheel, along with leather- and Alcantara-trimmed sport seats, according to the Detroit Free Press. Silk Nappa leather upholstery is available in four different colors, as is an Impulse leather package with silver stitching and black trim or Chennai brown trim and espresso contrast stitching, described the Car Connection.

With the S tronic, the TTS Coupe will be able to accelerate from zero to 62 mph in only 5.2 seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph, reports say. Accelerating from 80 to 120 mph in fourth gear will only take 4.4 seconds. That makes the car one of the most amazing. The maker of Audi oil filters promises brand new driving experience with the speediest version of the TT. And they expect aficionados to appreciate the new power offered by the sportscar.

Fuel Oil Trucks Get Design Improvements : new car Fuel Oil Trucks review

Fuel Oil Trucks Get Design Improvements
by Chris Jent
When fuel oil distributors talk about their truck needs, the most frequently mentioned among these needs are durability and maneuverability. Practical design enhancements can make fuel oil trucks better tools to provide greater productivity for the oil industry.
Fuel oil distributors engaged in the task of selecting new delivery truck enhancements typically have a list of ‘must-have’ features and a list of ‘like-to-have’ features. Ideally, the truck that finally gets purchased has all of the ‘must-have’ features and at least a couple of the ‘like-to-haves.’
Truck manufacturers have both of the lists and have been working to provide these and additional features after learning from the fuel oil distributors what actually is expected in performance. Bob Bees, marketing product manager for Volvo Trucks North America in Greensboro, N.C. said that while Volvo might not be an obvious or common choice for fuel oil delivery, “it’s got a great wheel cut” â€" a primary consideration for operators who require maneuverability in negotiating driveways and other tight spots in the course of making deliveries. 

 Home heating oil tankers typically have a capacity of approximately 2,000 â€" 3,000 gallons. These are typically single-axle vehicles. The front axle often ranges from 14,000 to 16,000 pounds, with a rear axle typically ranging from 23,000 to 26,000 pounds. “They might go all the way up to a 30,000-pound rear axle,” Bees said. “We can do this making a very, very good home fuel oil truck, but it’s on the high end of the cost spectrum.”
Other original equipment manufacturers (OEM) that make trucks that can be designed for fuel oil delivery to the priority of maneuverability have listened to the fuel oil distributors’ needs. Freightliner, for example, said its Business Class M2 106 features up to a 55-degree wheel cut, achieved through a combination of a setback front axle and a swept-back bumper. They also offer to complement the wheel-cut, a 2,500-square-inch windshield, low-profile dash and an aerodynamic sloped hood â€" features that combine for visibility, which are crucial in the negotiating of tight spots. Wide door openings, low step-in heights and interior and exterior grab handles on the M2 are designed to help reduce fatigue, and offer easy entry and exit for drivers who make numerous fuel oil deliveries daily. 

 Hino Motors Sales USA in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan offers a Hino Model 338 Class 7 straight truck with a 260 HP engine, optional in-cab controlled rear locking differentials and optional vertical exhaust. This truck also has an air suspension. The straight truck features an exceptional turning radius because of its 55-degree wheel cut and wide visibility for ease of movement during fuel oil deliveries, even to homes where access is cramped. The truck’s dashboard includes a ‘Driver Information Display’ capable of presenting a range of information, including trip fuel economy, service, and interval maintenance check ups.
Some other design features, integral parts of the specs requested by the oil truck distributors, that different dealers are now offering are: automatic five-speed transmission because many fuel oil distributors find that the automatic transmission helps save several minutes off each stop; new halogen projector low beam headlamps which offer three times longer life than sealed beam headlamps; a new hood assist device and 90-degree hood tilt opening providing easy access to the engine compartment for mechanical repairs; air or hydraulic brakes; and the option of a combination of diesel and electric modes of operation automatically switching between the two seamlessly.
Oil Companies like href=“http://tdecorp.blogspot.com/2008/1/fuel-oil-trucks -get-design-improvements.html"}Triple Diamond Energy Corporation are always looking into improvements in each of the systems of operation in their business to make it run as efficiently as possible.

2008 Audi Q7 : Love car New Audi car 2008 review

2008 Audi Q7
by Fei Lim
The 2008 Audi Q7 is a seven passenger performance SUV that boasts a sleek interior and supreme craftsmanship designed to attract both SUV enthusiasts and luxury car owners alike. Along with high-tech options such as a six disc CD changer, and practical features such as a generous maximum cargo capacity, the Q7 is ideal for both daily use and long distance driving. Price Range
The price ranges for the 2008 Audi Q7 based on trim options are as follows:

3.6L Quattro: Manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) - $42,500, Invoice price - $39,526

3.6L Quattro Premium: MSRP - $48,350, Invoice price - $44,965

4.2L Quattro Premium: MSRP - $58,600, Invoice price - $54,497

New Features for 2008

Audi has added a few more standard features to its 2008 model since the debut of the Q7 in 2007, such as remote keyless entry, and has also upgraded its options program as well. Both the 3.6 and the 3.6 Premium come standard with 18 inch twin-spoke alloy wheels, while the 4.2 features 20 inch wheels.

Another attractive feature standard on the 4.2 Premium Q7 is the four-zone automatic climate control system.

Performance and Power

The engine specifics for the 2008 Audi Q7 are:

- For both the 3.6L Quattro and the 3.6L Quattro Premium: V6, 280 horsepower (hp) @ 6200 revolutions per minute (RPM), and a pound per foot torque rating of 266 @ 2750 RPM

- 4.2L Quattro Premium: V8, 350 hp @ 6800 RPM, and a torque rating of 325 @ 3500 RPM

Due to its bulky 5,000-plus pounds of weight, the Q7 has a towing capacity of 6,600 pounds, but its size does impede speed performance. In tests, the V6 runs from 0 to 60 miles per hour (MPH) in 10 seconds, while the V8 reaches 60 MPH in 8.3 seconds.

Body Style and Options

There are three trim levels of the Audi Q7; the 3.6, the 3.6 Premium, and the 4.2 Premium, as well as a variety of options packages, such as the Cold Weather package, the Off-road Style package, and "S line" interior and exterior packages to choose from.

Either a power or manual sunroof/moonroof is standard on the 4.2 Quattro Premium Q7, but is an added option of the other two models.

The exterior color choices for the 2008 Audi Q7 will depend on the trim level, but include the following shades: Bahia Beige Metallic, Calla White, Cobalt Blue Metallic, Condor Gray Metallic, Daytona Gray Pearl, Garnet Red Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Lava Gray Pearl, Mugello Blue Pearl, Phantom Black Pearl, and Quartz Gray Metallic.

Interior Design and Features

Some standard interior amenities of the Q7 include cruise control, a tachometer, a tilted leather steering wheel and tilted column, trip computer, and a tire inflation/pressure monitor. A CD and DVD player with eight speakers are also standard features, with a subwoofer included on the 3.6 and 4.2 models, and a navigational aid system being another option for the 3.6 Premium Q7.

The standard seating arrangements for the 3.6 Q7 is five people, and seven for the two Premiums. Some of the seating choices for the 2008 Audi Q7 include the driver's multi-adjustable power seats, and the optional front heated seats, which are actually a standard feature of the 4.2 Premium model.

Front power lumbar support is also featured in all models, and the 3.6 Q7 Premium has the option of adding a front power memory seat. Passenger have multi-adjustable powered seats on the Premium Q7s, while both models have the option of adding second row heated seats. The 2008 Audi Q7 also features air conditioning and separate climate controls for both the driver and the front passenger.

The interior color choices are based on the exterior color of the vehicle and include Black, Cardamom Beige, Espresso Brown, and Limestone Gray all in leather upholstery.

Fuel Economy

All of the 2008 Audi Q7s feature a 26.40 (US) gallon tank and the fuel economy ratings are:

- 6 speed automatic 3.6L V6 engine: 14/19 miles per gallon (MPG)

- 6 speed automatic 4.2L V8 engine: 12/17 MPG

Safety Features

Some of the standard safety features of the 2008 Audi Q7 include child safety door locks, an anti-theft system, power door locks, and power windows. Also standard is AWD, ABS brakes, electronic brake assistance, locking differential, traction control, and a vehicle stability control system.

Side head curtain airbags, as well as passenger, front side, and driver airbags are also standard safety features of the Q7. Buyers will also have the option of choosing second row side airbags as well.

An electronic parking aid, a rearview camera, is yet an optional feature of the 4.2 Quattro Premium Q7.