Iran Offers Opportunity For Malaysian Automotive Part Suppliers

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid6UqUCXneo1x6CGG17A8TGgcsHZYwsKI1HiNK2DGBJ5LZa5zWmy4UWvUx8vrAf-vgIRg_JeulQL9BLZpG4RfoMEySz3DoIH6W0pqiae9MKSvDlYubBhyOHhePqns5xpAqL3W7lQDuopcK/s1600-h/iran-malaysia.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5396626913841183362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid6UqUCXneo1x6CGG17A8TGgcsHZYwsKI1HiNK2DGBJ5LZa5zWmy4UWvUx8vrAf-vgIRg_JeulQL9BLZpG4RfoMEySz3DoIH6W0pqiae9MKSvDlYubBhyOHhePqns5xpAqL3W7lQDuopcK/s400/iran-malaysia.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 590px;" /></a><br />A Malaysian marketing mission on automotive-related products and services to Tehran secured RM10.3 million worth of orders from Iranian auto parts importers and car manufacturers recently.<div class="fullpost"><br />The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade)-led delegation that took part in the Oct 5-7 mission comprised eight Malaysian companies.<br /><br />They manufacture items like plastic parts components, alloy wheels, gasket, automotive accessories, auto lights system and others.<br /><br />They held a business meeting with two leading car manufacturers Iran Khodro and Saipa, as well as Iranian auto parts vendors.<br /><br />"The mission organised by Matrade was timely since the two car manufacturers would like to begin technical collaborations with Malaysian companies to supply the Iranian market," said Dubai-based Matrade senior trade commissioner Dzulkifli Mahmud.<br /><br />Such link-ups, he said, would enable Malaysian companies to leverage their expertise, for example, in designing parts and moulds for car components.<br /><br />According to Dzulkifli, Iran Khodro and Saipa together produced a total of 1.3 million cars every year, of which 81.3 per cent were passenger cars.<br /><br />"With a population of 70 million, the Iranian market offers promising opportunities for Malaysian companies to export auto parts and collaborate with local car manufacturers and vendors to produce innovative parts and components," he said.<br /><br />The trade commissioner pointed out that the automotive industry in Iran was experiencing strong growth for the past 10 years, averaging 23 per cent per annum.<br /><br />In 2008, Iran was ranked the world's 16th largest automotive production country.<br /><br />In the first seven months of 2009, total trade between Malaysia and Iran hit RM1.73 billion, with exports to Iran valued at RM1.17 billion and imports RM558 million.<br /><br />Exports of automotive parts and components to Iran were valued at RM118 million.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v5/newsbusiness.php?id=446545">"Malaysia's export of auto parts to Iran will grow 10 per cent per annum in 2010. Among the products that have potential to be exported are alloy rims, body kits, plastic injection moulding and anti-theft system," said Dzulkifli.</a></div>

Iran Offers Opportunity For Malaysian Automotive Part Suppliers

A Malaysian marketing mission on automotive-related products and services to Tehran secured RM10.3 million worth of orders from Iranian auto...

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Geely Sudah Siap Pesan

<img src="http://oto.detik.com/images/content/2009/09/17/648/geely-MK-dalam.jpg" width="590">Meskipun baru akan mulai memproduksi mobil barunya pada Oktober mendatang,<br />pabrikan mobil asal China, Geely, nampaknya mendapatkan respon yang cukup baik di pasaran.<div class="fullpost"><br />Hal tersebut terbukti di kota Paris Van Java, Bandung. Setelah melakukan soft launching dealer mereka di Bandung dan memperkenalkan merek ini ke masyarakat Jawa Barat, Geely pun ternyata sudah mendapat benyak pemesanan.<br /><br />"Sejak di perkenalkan di Bandung, sekarang kami sudah menerima SPK (Surat Pemesanan Kendaraan) sampai puluhan unit lho," ungkap Presiden Direktur PT Geely Mobil Indonesia (GMI) A Budi Pramono ketika dihubungi detikOto, Kamis (17/9/2009).<br /><br />SPK yang mencapai puluhan itu menurutnya sangat wajar. Terlebih harga yang ditawarkan Geely untuk Varian MK dan CK pun dianggap sangat menarik yakni<br />hanya Rp 99.999.999,- saja secara off the road.<br /><br />Itu baru di Bandung, sebab pemesanan mobil-mobil Geely pun menurut Budi<br />ternyata tidak hanya datang dari ibukota Jawa Barat saja, namun juga di<br />kota-kota lain seperti Semarang dan Bali misalnya.<br /><br />"Yang pasti, setiap kami lakukan soft launching di sebuah kota, sambutannya<br />cukup baik semua," papar Budi.</div>

Geely Sudah Siap Pesan

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2009 Mini Coupe Concept

<img alt="2009 Mini Coupe Concept" border="0" src="http://newcarsports.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/2009-Mini-Coupe-Concept-picture.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 588px; height: 391px; color: rgb(0, 0, 153);" /><br /><img alt="2009 Mini Coupe Concept" border="0" src="http://newcarsports.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/2009-Mini-Coupe-Concept-body.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 480px; height: 360px; color: rgb(0, 0, 153);" /><br /><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(0, 0, 153);"><strong>The Mini Coupe Concept</strong> is an expression of Mini design and the great ability of the brand’s designers to fill the elementary values of the brand with new life, using the options of modern drivetrain and suspension technology, and developing fascinating perspectives for the future of the brand on this basis. <span id="more-152"></span></p> <p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(0, 0, 153);">The Mini Coupe Concept is definitely a Mini and definitely a sports car. The particular charm of this combination results from both the drivetrain and the suspension technology already featured in the current production models, as well as the special highlights of this two-seater concept car.</p>

2009 Mini Coupe Concept

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2009 Mercedes C63 AMG Performance Package Plus Price

<div class="post-body entry-content"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2v0bm5Cy6KWXPrCekgpF774N3vsy8Wl-6Eadjw0keo49uvIwfU6QScVAXjYO9oEtJ5TthTknd-grZ8QoVgJbRIFNEiKU9hMMeiXLew3Y9RnqBFjA32gBDt8xMnlVuxphZW6Bvy_XQvDo/s1600-h/Mercedes-C63-AMG-Performance-Package-Plus-1%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="2009 Mercedes C63 AMG Performance Package Plus" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395082439395105282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2v0bm5Cy6KWXPrCekgpF774N3vsy8Wl-6Eadjw0keo49uvIwfU6QScVAXjYO9oEtJ5TthTknd-grZ8QoVgJbRIFNEiKU9hMMeiXLew3Y9RnqBFjA32gBDt8xMnlVuxphZW6Bvy_XQvDo/s400/Mercedes-C63-AMG-Performance-Package-Plus-1%5B1%5D.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 275px;" /></a><br /><br />Enhanced driving dynamics ex factory for the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG: the new Performance Package Plus is an attractive optional extra that is designed to appeal to the power-hungry sports driver. The Performance Package Plus increases output by 22 kW/30 hp to 358 kW/487 hp. As a result, the C-Class approaches the level of performance offered by C-Class DTM vehicles, which deliver 377 kW/500 hp. The Performance Package Plus is available for the saloon and estate models and includes an AMG high-performance braking system featuring composite technology on the front axle, a carbon fiber spoiler lip (saloon) and an AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather/Alcantara.<br /><br />With the Performance Package Plus, the Mercedes C63 AMG accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h in 13.9 seconds. This beats the 336 kW/457 hp standard model by up to 1.2 seconds (0–100 km/h: 4.5 seconds; 0–200 km/h: 15.2 seconds). The top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).<br /><br />The improvement in power output to 358 kW/487 hp is due to the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine's modified engine compartment: the forged pistons adopted from the new SLS AMG super sports car together with new connecting rods and a lightweight crankshaft translate into a weight saving of three kilograms.<br /><br />Reduced inertia boosts the agility and responsiveness of the uprated V8 engine, which is recognisable from the variable intake manifold painted in titanium grey. New engine management completes the powertrain measures in the Performance Package Plus for the Mercedes C63 AMG.<br /><br />Key data at a glance:<br />Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG with Performance Package Plus<br />Cylinder arrangement V8<br />Cylinder angle 90°<br />Valves per cylinder 4<br />Displacement 6208 cc<br />Bore x stroke 102.2 x 94.6 mm<br />Compression ratio 11.3:1<br />Output 358 kW/487 hp at 6800 rpm<br />Max. torque 600 Nm at 5000 rpm<br />Maximum engine speed 7200 rpm<br />Engine weight (dry) 196 kg<br />Fuel consumption NEDC combined 13.4 (13.6) l/100 km<br />CO2 emissions 318 (323) g/km<br />Acceleration 0–100 km/h 4.4 (4.5) s<br />Top speed 250 km/h*<br /><br />*electronically limited; figures in brackets: estate model<br /><br />AMG high-performance braking system featuring composite technology<br /><br />The Performance Package Plus braking system has been adapted to the enhanced driving dynamics. A new AMG high-performance braking system ensures greater stability when driving dynamically, with compound brake discs on the front axle and red painted brake callipers all round showing the AMG logo. The brake discs feature a composite design and are connected to an aluminium bowl to avoid temperature peaks. The connection between the disc and bowl is new: instead of the usual screw connection, the aluminium bowl is now connected to the brake disc via cast-in arms. The advantage is more homogenous temperature distribution on the brake disc.<br /><br />A further identifying feature of the Performance Package Plus is the AMG carbon fiber spoiler lip on the boot lid (saloon). In the interior, the AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather with a grip area trimmed in Alcantara feels good, while at the same time making a striking visual impact.<br /><br />The new AMG Performance Package Plus is available for Mercedes C63 AMG saloon and estate models and can be ordered now. The sales price is €7080.50 or €6426<br /><br />(saloon/estate; prices include 19% VAT) with the market launch taking place in December 2009.<br /><br />Extended appointments in black designo leather<br /><br />New black designo leather as an optional extra will enhance the interior even further and covers the upper section of the dashboard, the upper door trim and the armrest on the centre console. This high-quality feature is available in conjunction with nappa leather appointments for €2856 (price includes 19% VAT).<br /><br />The internationally successful Mercedes C63 AMG model<br /><br />The Mercedes C63 AMG is one of the most popular vehicles in the Mercedes-AMG model range. In 2008, 8100 units of this high-performance car were sold worldwide. The Mercedes C63 AMG demonstrates its sports credentials in international motorsport as well as on the road. For example, the Mercedes C63 AMG estate is used as the official F1™ medical car and the Mercedes C63 AMG saloon acts as a safety car in the DTM German Touring Car Masters.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV0RFDccvZS_G2yGTPO8bV60Mphb92G9f7Kp5FRzUqzEuBxm84-pCuO_SNGqotHE8PN9tj_1Nsk4AkqYcW0K8tCK9cxmSzXga9MFO57bV0GbGCVwokjlakngPaAEYWOKu9897hVeTQo7o/s1600-h/Mercedes-C63-AMG-Performance-Package-Plus-2%5B1%5D.jpg"><img alt="2009 Mercedes C63 AMG Performance Package Plus" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395082406682976194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV0RFDccvZS_G2yGTPO8bV60Mphb92G9f7Kp5FRzUqzEuBxm84-pCuO_SNGqotHE8PN9tj_1Nsk4AkqYcW0K8tCK9cxmSzXga9MFO57bV0GbGCVwokjlakngPaAEYWOKu9897hVeTQo7o/s400/Mercedes-C63-AMG-Performance-Package-Plus-2%5B1%5D.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 196px;" /></a></div> <span class="post-author vcard"> </span>

2009 Mercedes C63 AMG Performance Package Plus Price

Enhanced driving dynamics ex factory for the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG: the new Performance Package Plus is an attractive optional extra that i...

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