Mazda 8 Have No Opponent

In theory the presence of Mazda 8 here has no opponent. Somewhat difficult to find points of comparison. Of machine capacity, Mazda 8 slightly different from those rivals. If you want to find a point of price temunya moreover, although equally functional MPV vehicles. Of the price, vehicle manufacturers Hiroshima, Japan is in the premium segment of the MPV in this price range 400-800 million dollars, which the players did very little. If you want to shoot the nose, the real challengernya is Honda odyssey, which in terms of price is much more expensive.

PT. Mazda Motor Indonesia (MMI), Mazda's sole agent in Indonesia, quite strategically well positioned Mazda 8 in the niche market that is still quite relieved. Moreover, the prestige odyssey now slumped after the presence of a large premium MPV like the Toyota Corolla, VW Caravelle and Hyundai H-1. Here are the game: if odyssey is now less okay, if Mazda 8 freely enough to play in this segment? If Hyundai H-1 that are cheaper just to sell, why Mazda 8 does not?

This is Mazda, and you can immediately recognize it through two separate grille and chrome plate painted with emblems plus "flying wings". This vehicle may already be familiar to you. This car is the third generation of vehicles on the two previous generations called the Mazda MPV. Moreover, long before the slide, Mazda 8 is the subject of gossip and sneak preview at an event pre IIMS 2011. Mazda 8 edition of 2011 is quite a large MPV, larger than the Mazda 5. Dimensions are also larger than the Honda odyssey that head to head directly.

For example the length of 4860 mm Mazda's odyssey versus 4800 mm. Wheelbasenya even higher than the Toyota Alphard whose dimensions are longer. As a large MPV, 7 passenger vehicle is like a sailing yacht: long, flat, with sharp muzzle and large rounded body. Is similar. Of course, without a screen. But Mazda 8 does not seem feminine, like its rivals. This mazda, and you can immediately recognize it through two separate grille and chrome plate painted with emblems plus the wings of flying birds. A pair of Xenon HID low beam headlights with auto leveling and auto on / off switch mounted on the right and left who also took the fog lamp supported chrome shades. While the exterior shows the impression of a strong and muscular, the inside is so neat, comfortable, and roomy. Front row seat to the rear are made of quality leather and very comfortable beige.

Mazda 8 Specifications:

Price: $ 498 million

Vehicle Layout: front engine, 7 passengers, MPV

Engine: MZR inline 4-cylinder, 16 valve DOHC

Capacity: 2260 cc

Power: 163 hp at 6500 rpm

Torque: 203 Nm at 3500 rpm

Transmission: 5-speed Activematic

Suspension front / rear: independent multilink

Wheelbase: 2950 mm

Jeep Wrangler, SUV Trend, Crossing the Rubicon

Seeing is not enough to be able to tell, but the fact is the Jeep Wrangler has undergone a transformation. Its iconic heritage, 7 slot grille, round headlights, short wheelbase, soft or hard top, still clearly visible. But make no mistake that this Jeep gives the offroader a big change for 2012. Hold an invitation to test Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2012 in one of the most difficult path for 4x4 vehicles, which are often used by virtually all exclusive vehicles that have been modified. If we observe a Jeep that was the result of major changes in both the Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited 4-door. The first part of the changes made in model year 2011, when it JK (Wrangler code name of the current generation) get a new interior, and the color of the new hard top and fender flares for the variant Sahara. Hard top using the same composite material as before, that sounds like small change, but it actually has huge impact on the appearance of the Wrangler. In addition, a larger rear window for model year 2011, increasing visibility.

For the 2012 model, hard tops and body color fender flares be optional on the variant Rubicon goods as well. The interior also got a touch of the revised range. Including the use of high quality materials, a redesigned center stack, instrument panel all new, and more soundproof. New jeep Wrangler also obtain additional number of devices comfort like never before, seat heaters, power heated mirrors, and steering wheel controls. All Wrangler models that includes cabin 2012 as the best cabin in the ranks of the Wrangler. The second part, before the outgoing 2012 model, Jeep Wrangler will get noticed Pentastar engine, although the plant origin of Michigan has not made an official announcement. The combination makes the perfect Wrangler 2012: more power, greater torque, and more fuel efficient. V6 engine that powered the previous capacity of 3.8 L 202 HP and 321 Nm of torque all be replaced with aluminum Pentastar V6 is a smaller capacity (3.6 liter) but was able to catapult 285 horsepower and 353 Nm.

At the 6-speed manual transmission model will be retained, but the four-speed automatic transmission disposed replaced with a 5 speed as used Grand Cheroker. New Wrangler also still carried the essential mechanical features of the old, such as axles, suspension, steering, and brakes. Similarly, the dimensions and body structure. At the time of testing, had to go through the street uphill and down sharply with the vacant traffic conditions, so they can test the acceleration Pentastar. It turns out 3.6 liter V6 engine is proven shine, although the combination of path uphill and winding-down the engine at a time can reveal weaknesses now than ever before.

Toyota New Camry 2012, playing it safe for sales supremacy

Toyota New Camry 2012 - This car is more economical fuel consumption than previous generations. And also the weight of the car is becoming increasingly lightweight spinning tires wear much less with low resistance (low rolling resistance) that make vehicles more fuel efficient than previous models. Camry has been circulating since 1982 and led the sale of passenger cars in the USA for 13 years from the last 14 years. In addition to dominate sales, camry also has been crowned the best car in its class for 20 years, so that development tend to be gradual. Appearance similar to the latest camry corolla, especially on the surface of the side, Toyota claims, linking headlamp with a grille makes the car look bigger, although judging by the eye look more narrow and not greater than the corolla.

Toyota Camry 2012 Specifications:
Base price: USD 21,000-USD 32,000
Engine layout: front engine, FWD, 5 passenger, 4-door sedan
Engine: 2.5 L 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve (178 HP/235 Nm), 3.5 L V6 DOHC 24 valve (268 hp/336 Nm), 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve 2.5 L (156 HP/212 Nm) plus 141 HP/270 Nm electric motor, the combination of 200 HP
Transmission: 6 speed automatic or continuously variable automatic
Gross Weight: 1452-1565 kg
Wheelbase: 2776 mm
Fuel consumption (in / highway): 8.9 to 18.3 km/liter/12 0.8 to 16, 6 km / liter
CO2 emissions: 133-277 g / km

All of these criteria in accordance with the expectations of most consumers of cars, including the criteria of more fuel efficient and have a higher safety level. This criteria is tempting to compare with Honda camry 2012, although if the car is passing in front of you, maybe the impression that you catch is the "Toyota is this?" Compared with the civic, camry does not seem to make many changes, more to maintain grip when in competition at this time directed at the quality and the cost of solid interior style. Toyota named the new camry profile as a dynamic wedge shape with a roof and indentation lines flowing character lines follow the cars shoulder area. Curved roof lines to the front of the starting pillar B to C, create a roomy rear seat area, together with the new Passat, except for rear leg room.


Like the latest Malibu, door panels are thinner and the space between the head by a roof can be maximized in order to more spacious cabin. Center console made shorter rear leg room for passengers in the rear middle seat is more comfortable. "The corners of the end", the upper end of the front bumper and rear lights are harmoniously integrated rear spoiler with tongue in order to better aerodynamic efficiency. Toyota Camry to terms on a new design as a rational technological dynamics. 2012 Camry comes with 10 standard airbags including knee airbag for driver and passenger front and side impact airbags for the passenger in the backseat.

2012 VW Beetle is more sporty and masculine

Maybe you are hard not to smile when you see the physical shape of this new VW car, especially when you see the wheels. Physically, this VW is longer, lower, wider, and more amazing for a new generation. VW Beetle is the third generation of the VW Beetle 2012. VW has made the third generation is becoming more sporty and masculine.

This VW Beetle is also a touch of first-year legacy of 1938-1973, which is equivalent to the Jeep icon or Mustang. Compared with the second generation VW in 1998, this third generation of such products in 1960's Detroit, which is longer, lower and wider. This third-generation 185 mm longer, 84 mm wider and 25 mm lower. Especially on the hood and roof are more flat, and more upright windshield, the view is evocative of the original version of the 1930's. VW turbo models only have samples in Berlin. This car has a 2.0 liter engine and turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 200 HP and 281 Nm of torque. Both front wheels are driven through a 6 speed manual transmission or DSG 6 speed.

To markets worldwide, providing a half-dozen VW engine and transmission choices, but the American market will get a 2.5-liter turbo engine 5 cylinder in line, and 2.0-liter turbodiesel. VW claims the turbo will produce DSG combined fuel consumption of 9.4 km / liter in the city and 12.8 km / liter for the highway. Great for a sporty car. Surprisingly, the 2.5-liter version can only 9.4/12.3 km / liter, although it certainly cheaper. Kabih VW is very convenient. Dashbor and instrument panel is quite appealing, especially if the appropriate body color. Dashbor settings appear to have a destination with high quality and VW claims like the original version. Still there are few Kaferfach, or a beetle bin, glovebox both are in the same location as the original version. Although the roof is made more flat, still left room for the head, that would have added an optional sunroof.

Following the German tradition that has long existed, cupholder is useless. When driving on the street is quite flat, a few bottles of water could be flying around the cabin. But the bottle is bound firmly in place thanks to elastic straps on both doors, instead of a bag for the map. For the strength to hold the goods, upholstery terbaut also strong. Steering wheel appears flat on the bottom. In appearance, it looks typical Teutonic trunk fat. In fact, lingkarnya supple, slightly elegant. Although made entirely of plastic, DSG rod behind the wheel works well. Right to raise the gear, left to lower gear. Because the windshield is more upright, so much the sound of the wind. Tire noise was also felt.

Audi A2 concept, a quantum leap

Manufacturing is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany stated that the Audi A2 concept is nothing more than a "study technology concepts". A future concept vehicle with four passengers and electric-powered wild translated by the designers manufacturers. Audi A2 concept is a manifestation of the premium for an electric car that puts the metropolitan area of ​​the cabin spaciousness and stillness on the road. This concept car is packed with innovations in attractive technological savvy. By developing a super lightweight frame construction so that the weighing up to 1150 kg, audi designers tried to pour its expertise in making a compact car. With a length of 3804 mm, width 1693 mm, and height 1494 mm, a figure Audi A2 concept looks more elegant, sturdy, and sporty.

Innovative contributions in the streamline temperature inside the cabin is a dark-colored glass roof that can be changed to be transparent by simply pressing the button on the dashboard. While the main lights present the latest LED technology, known as beam matrix. As with any other audi variants, single-frame grille also pinned on the front of the Audi A2 concept, but a special version tailored to the operation of electrical power. Two-thirds of the top grill was designed by a surface covered with the hood on the back where there is an electric charging socket and connected to the cooling water. While at the bottom of the air to the engine room, made of graphite foam element.

Interior side of the Audi A2 concept is so clear, clean, open and airy with intuitive controls. Very futuristic. Dashboardnya divided into 2 parts, with half-circle design on the driver. Lighting system in the cabin comes from the lights that ran along the edge and separated from the door to the cockpit. This car offers a roomy space for 4 passengers plus a flat floor. Driver's seat to design a model of individual seats with center console that is attached to the back of the seat and console extends between the rear seats. Design made lower center console for easy access when trying to move the passenger seat. While the heating and cooling air flow through the lattice appear which is located under the windshield.

Steering Audi A2 Concept is designed flat on the bottom and top. If both touchpad touched simultaneously, the mode of driving this car immediately switch to semi-automatic. This is the convenience features offered in traffic when faced with severe congestion. At the end of the dashboard there is a 7 inch screen is flanked by two secondary that has speedometer and voltage gauges.

Audi A2 Concept Specifications:
Engines: an electric motor
Max Power: 116 hp
Max torque: 161 Nm
Transmission: Automatic single speed
Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 9.3 seconds
Top speed: 149 km / h
Dimensions: 3804 x 1693 x 1494 mm
Launch: 2015

Botanical cosmetics for your beauty

Utilizing botanical cosmetics? Although the botanical cosmetics have an advantage, still need to select and utilize precision for maximum results. Since launched back to nature by WHO in the 1970s, the public interest in natural cosmetics indeed showed a rapid increase. Although Indonesia does not have exact figures, the trend is evident from the increase in companies that compete to produce natural cosmetics. one of the main causes is the increased consumer awareness about the negative effects of chemical based cosmetics use in the long run. One of them being natural cosmetics are botany cosmetics, trusted by consumers safer than chemical cosmetics because it is made from natural ingredients.

What is the botanical cosmetics? Cosmetics botanical beauty care products which are the main ingredients derived from plants. Although natural, botanical cosmetics still use chemical additives in the manufacturing process. As the name implies, the main component of botanical cosmetics derived from plants such as vegetables and fruits, from the roots, stems, leaves, fruits, and seeds, which grow both on land and sea. Which of land includes aloe vera, rice flour, green beans, various oils from plants, for example being that of sea kelp. But although natural, plant remains to be investigated first before its usefulness can be used. Chemical test to determine the safety and effectiveness of the chemical structure of a substance in plants is mandatory. Once proven to be useful, we are only able mengujikannya directly to humans in the form of soaps, creams, lotions, or powder.

Direct testing in humans is necessary to know the level of sensitivity of a material. The definition of the level of sensitivity is the ability to cause irritation or allergy on human skin. Advantages of natural cosmetics is cosmetic although this type still retains chemical additives, among others, as emulsifier, its use suppressed minimum. In the botanical cosmetics are manufactured under the supervision of IPB, the amount of chemical additives is usually less than 2%. The advantages of using natural ingredients such as botanical ingredients are naturally contain vitamin E, vitamin A, and antioxidants that serve treat, nourish, soften, and tighten facial skin. While the chemical cosmetics, vitamins and efficacious compounds must be added from outside. Price of natural cosmetics are more expensive and we feel the effects after use for a long time, after several months, depending on skin condition. Natural materials may be more susceptible to microbial contamination.

So we need precision and cleanliness that use natural cosmetics that do not quickly broken. Close tightly after use and store packaging in a dry place, away from direct sun exposure. And do not forget to pay attention to expiration dates of products. Usually between 3 months to 1 year. As in medicine, that is appropriate for one person may not be effective to treat the same disease in others. Natural cosmetics should you choose tailored to the type and skin condition. Before buying, make it a habit to read labels on the composition of foods to discover any material contained therein. Before use, perform the test by applying a product under the jaw face or behind the ear.

ALL NEW KIA Sportage comes with a complete quality

ALL NEW KIA Sportage his face is very tempting. The current price is $ 300. ALL NEW KIA Sportage is a compact crossover that comes with complete quality. Possible drawback is that the outlook is rather odd because the end of the hood is not easily seen, because the dashboard is memanjak toward the windshield, although the driver's seat has been lifted up via electrical settings. Charm of the exterior design is very impressive to anyone who saw it. Wheel is very lightweight, but feels linear and accurate. In addition 1998 cc petrol engine with CVVT can easily be combined with the articulation of the gas pedal and brakes. Aligning the three, namely gas, brake, and steering feels very nice on this car. When the car sped down the freeway is even more fun. Stable ride thanks to a solid mixture of suspension, as well as control was steady. Switching lane immediately at 100 kph too easy to do, even though the car is front-wheel-drifting effect on both rear wheels. As far as counter steering is done by swiftly and well, the car will return to the perfect position quickly. This capability is essential to avoid a slow truck, or another car cut the lane.

ALL NEW KIA Sportage also give the gear shift options with features shiftronic. We live push the gear lever to shift up and pull to shift down. Engine speed can we play as needed for the shot, or when we have to move quickly on the road uphill. In turn, ALL NEW KIA Sportage give quality not inferior to control when maneuvering on the highway. Steering is accurate and linear (easy and stable invited to form a curved line without excessive feedback).

Maybe things that need to be increased from the ALL NEW KIA Sportage is the application of plastic materials in the dashboard and door trim. For crossover SUV valued USD 286 million (competitive prices), full-featured, quality plastic does not disappoint. As for the manual transmission priced at Rp 249.5 million and equipped with features that are more complete. For example, the AT version equipped with dual airbags, while the MT single airbag. Besides the AT version equipped with LED day time running light, while the MT version does not. Other differences, the application number of features in the AT model that does not exist in the MT model, such as leather seats, cargo screen, and key illumination. AT version of the sale price plus the electrical system application settings for the driver's seat and lumbar support. Not to forget the AT model is also equipped with audio controls on the steering wheel, keyless entry, and a back warning sensors. With a variety of features, the ALL NEW KIA Sportage outperform rivals like the Honda CR-V, Nissan X-trail, or a Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Either AT or MT version, both equipped with disc brakes on all four wheels, complete with ABS (anti lock braking system). The system was equipped with power windows security: drop back if there are members of the body or other objects that block the upward movement of glass.

CAPACITAR, HEAL YOURSELF A NEW METHOD AND NEIGHBOURHOOD

Once the body's own healthy and prosperous past, then you can help others recover their traumas.Capacitar derived from Spanish that means empowering. Capacitar also a way of self-empowerment for self healing. Furthermore capacitar used as the name of a social institution that utilizes self-recovery techniques Capacitar style to help victims of violence in order to be able to cope with their traumas. Founded by a volunteer named Patricia Mathes Cane, PhD and colleagues in Nicaragua around the year 1988, up to now has been scattered Capacitar members in 30 countries around the world. In Indonesia, birth initiated by RM Terry Panomban a priest, who by chance met with Mary Litell OSF, coach Capacitar International, East Timor at the airport. For the first time in Indonesia, precisely in June 2002 workshop held Capacitar followed by Poso and Aceh activists who want to help the recovery of victims of conflict, including victims of bomb blast, so as not to prolonged trauma.

NATURAL HEALING. Basically the human body has the ability to heal themselves (self healing) naturally. Unfortunately this has not been widely known. Capacitar believe that God gives to every human ability to experience the natural healing process, through simple means. And in this way, people can empower themselves and spread it to others without having to rely on anyone. The main purpose is to wage Capacitar exercise the blocked energy in the body and seek healing as a whole, namely body, mind and soul, by absorbing the energy of the universe. Thus obtained a harmonious and balanced life with God, nature around, and others.

In the first years of introducing Capacitar, how or techniques that are taught by volunteer empowerment Patricia particularly wear tai chi movements and Pal And Gum (if the body of Korean origin) are easy to follow. However, to maximize the healing process, are now trainers Capacitar also equip it with about 50 variations of simple techniques such as breathing exercises, acupressure, acupuncture, tapping or pressing acupressure points, techniques to reduce emotions by holding your fingers, massage, healing dance, yoga and many other means.

How to practice Capacitar? The movement is taught Capacitar is simple and easy to do. But when you first start practicing you should still be guided by an experienced trainer, although the study itself is also not difficult. Besides philosophy about the importance of affirmations and visualization, as well as basic knowledge about human rights body also needs to be understood in order to exercise more effective and useful. The techniques used depending on the conditions and problems experienced by each individual. For example mild stress, you can simply use techniques to reduce emotions by holding the finger and breathing exercises. In addition to repair and maintain your diet is also highly recommended due to the diet we can control health.

Expand to consume foods that are steamed. A healthy diet greatly affect one's physical and mental health. Although not very popular, but many people have benefited from practicing Capacitar. Should you diligent practice Capacitar at home. In addition to being more patient, healthy, and thankful, soul and mind you also feel more peaceful. You can also become more focused and calm, and feel more cheerful and confident, especially when you're dealing with stress job and live load. The main key is always smiling and confident that every disease is curable. In addition, learn to be wise in every living thing that our body back into balance, peace and intact. The techniques taught Capacitar can be done anywhere, anytime and by anyone with no age limit. Keep in mind that these techniques are used as a complement to medical treatment is not to replace specialized treatment programs for those who experience the effects of severe trauma.