Don’t miss out on business opportunities in Electric Vehicle Market. The Combined Charging System (CCS) is the fastest growing market in terms of charging infrastructure. It is attributed to the fact that the CCS standard is supported by several US and European automakers. Also, the safety features of CCS include diagnosable lock, proximity and control pilot, and PLC-based communication which drive the growth of CCS infrastructure of EV charging stations. North America is the fastest market for electric vehicles followed by Asia Pacific. Existing grants and subsidies, tax rebates, and availability of charging infrastructure are contributing to the growth in EV sales in this region. North America is a regional hub for many renowned OEMs, which are known for delivering quality and high-performance vehicles. The OEMs in North America such as Tesla and GM have focused on the development of faster, cleaner, and high-performance electric vehicles. The global electric vehicle market is dominated by major players such as Tesla (US), Nissan Motor Corporation (Japan), BYD (China), BMW (Germany), and Volkswagen (Germany).
All throughout the chassis are a variety of the latest Volkswagen aids and controls that provide New Beetle drivers and passengers with the comfort and peace of mind every time to take on most any driving condition with confidence. All models are standard equipped with the latest three-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for superior stopping control, and the advanced Volkswagen Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) that adds Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), traction control, and brake assist functions. A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) also comes standard. The New Beetle convertible is available in Black, Candy White, Gecko Green, Salsa Red, Harvest Moon, Sunflower Yellow and Tossau Blue. The hardtop’s color range also features both Platinum Gray and Reflex Silver. Sixteen-inch alloy “Mali”-designed wheels are standard on all 2010 New Beetle models, with the convertible offering an optional17-inch alloy “Versus”-designed wheels as an equally stylish option. Active and Passive Safety. Like all Volkswagens, the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible includes the Prevent and Preserve Safety System.
The New Beetle convertible also features an Active Rollover Support system, which “pops up” two spring-loaded aluminum posts in 0.25 seconds from behind the rear seat headrests to help protect rear passengers in the event of a rollover situation. Both the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible, like all 2010 Volkswagens, include Volkswagen’s Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) as standard equipment. This comes ahead of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) mandate that by 2010, all vehicles produced will need to include some form of Electronic Stability Control (ESC). According to NHTSA, having ESC in a vehicle results in 35 percent fewer single-vehicle crashes and 30 percent fewer single-vehicle fatalities in passenger cars. Volkswagen’s ESP compares the driver’s intended course with the vehicle’s actual direction. If a discrepancy is detected, ESP automatically brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces engine power as needed to help maintain directional control. Additionally, like all 2010 model year Volkswagens, the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible are included in the no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program. Under this program, all of the cars’ scheduled maintenance, as described in their maintenance booklets, is covered for the length of the New Vehicle Warranty - three years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
The McLaren Mercedes-Benz SLR is inspired by the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR of 1955 which was actually based on the W196 F1 car, yet named after the road-going 300SL Gullwing. The McLaren Mercedes-Benz SLR is a Anglo-German supercar jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive. Built in Portsmouth and the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey, England. Daimler AG, owner of Mercedes-Benz, also owns 40% of the McLaren Group. The SLR sports a 232-kilogram (511.8 lb), hand-built, 5.4-litre (5439 cc/331.9 cu in), supercharged, all-aluminum, SOHC V8 engine. The cylinders are angled at 90 degrees with three valves per cylinder and lubricated via a dry sump system. The compression ratio is 8.8:1 and the bore and stroke is 97 milimetre (3.82 in) and 92 millimeters (3.62 in), respectively. The Lysholm-type twin-screw supercharger produces 0.9 bar (13 psi) of boost, the turbine rotates at 23000 revolutions per minute, and the air is cooled via two intercoolers. The engine generates a maximum power of 626 PS (617 hp/460 kW) at 6500 revolutions per minute and a maximum torque of 780 newton-metre (575 ft·lbf) at 3250 revolutions per minute. Unlike most of its contemporaries, its engine is front-mid mounted. McLaren took the original concept car designed by Mercedes and moved the engine 1 metre behind the front bumper, and around 50 cm behind the front axle. They also optimized the design of the center firewall.
