Nissan introduced a new safety system

Nissan and Infiniti luxury division is expected to equip a range of new technologies to reduce mortality and injury-related traffic crashes.

The safety of this technology is packed into a system Nissan "Safety Shield" - the safety shield.

The first is the vehicle compartment systems by jamming the accelerator (for Pedal Misapplication Acceleration Suppression). The name is so, but no "magic" to stop the vehicle continues to accelerate even though the brake is pressed. Instead, the system helps prevent accidents in case the wrong foot brake.

Operating system like? Vehicles equipped with four cameras from observing systems to support the car around (Around View Monitor) to determine the existence of objects and other vehicles in the near distance, which can identify the driver is meant the brakes, or the car is accelerating. If you note the accelerator is pressed too hard in situations of risk of collision, the system will automatically shut off the accelerator.

Of course, if the optical path - the system does not detect nearby obstacles, the vehicle will accelerate to normal.

More characteristic of the system is to use navigation system using ultrasound, automatic braking to avoid collisions review if it detects the driver does not control the situation.

The camera was mounted around the vehicle with a sensor system to detect people, objects or other vehicles may be on the side or rear, but the view of an outside rearview mirror, also called the point blind.

This system has three functions, including:

- Blind Spot Warning: signals warn the driver if xi-labels are turned on and have people, objects or other vehicles in blind spots.

- Warning deviate vehicle lanes: used camera supports the following observations to "monitor" white lines on the road and signal a warning if the car is changing lanes without turn-label xi.

- Detection of cellular material: when the car back, the system is responsible for detecting moving objects behind the vehicle and warning signals to the driver handled.

The technology will be fitted on new vehicles from Nissan and Infiniti year 2012.

New technology in the end, baptism early warning system before the collision, which acts to prevent accidents by using the sensor system to analyze the relevant speed, distance to vehicles ahead. In other words, if after processing information, the system determines that the vehicle is in danger of cardboard in front of the car will alarm signal and automatically tightening the safety belt.

Some pictures on the camera is mounted around the Nissan and Infiniti vehicles, the same image displayed on the screen in the car:

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2013 Chevrolet Spark more fuel efficient

GM Chevrolet Spark 2013 confirmed for North American market will not consume too much fuel 5.88 ltr per 100 km highway.

In Detroit in 2010, the company had officially launched Chevrolet Spark North American version. At that time, Chevrolet Spark for the North American market is the 2011 version. However, it seems American consumers have to wait until next year new opportunities for small car Chevrolet Spark.

Several months ago, said Mark Reuss, president of North American Chevrolet, spoke to Spark confirmed plans to market his home as a 2013 version. As planned, the Chevrolet Spark North American version will be officially landed in the middle in 2012.Until now, the car company GM payroll group published information related to the Chevrolet Spark North American version.

Initially, many people still think the North American version of Chevrolet Spark will take power from the 1.2-liter engine block, producing 78 horsepower capacity. But, in fact, the GM group, the Chevrolet small car will be applied to power motor 83 hp.

Accompanying the engine 5-speed gearbox is standard, thereby ensuring a low starting price for the North American version of Chevrolet Spark. Naturally, the automatic transmission will be included in the list of optional equipment of the Spark 2013. Currently, GM has not disclosed the specific activities of the North American version of Chevrolet Spark.

Instead, GM Spark 2013 only confirmed for the U.S. market only consumes less fuel to 5.88 ltr per 100 km on the highway. This is the advantage to the Chevrolet Spark could compete with the Scion iQ future.

In terms of size, Chevrolet Spark North American version is longer than 101.6 mm compared to the Fiat 500 and 76.2 mm compared with the Smart fortwo. Song, Chevrolet Spark shorter than 355.6 mm compared to the "brother" Sonic.

When present in the market, Chevrolet Spark will be divided into several copies. The equipment appeared on Spark for the North American market include radio comes a color touch screen, entertainment system information Chevrolet MyLink, Bluetooth connectivity, headrests and heating the alloy wheels.

On the global market, the Chevrolet Spark offers safety features like airbags for driver and front passenger airbags, airbag ceiling, antilock brakes with electronic balancing system.

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10 best 2011 car technology

In 2011, automobile-oriented technology increases the safety vehicles and integrated features for handset manufacturers will be more choices.

Each year launched a new car, the car manufacturers are investing in research techniques, technologies and new features to attract customers. In 2009, the trend of manufacturers choosing technology increases safety, integration of electronics and global connectivity for vehicles. Here are 10 most popular technology in 2009.

1. Systems intelligent cruise control (ACC)

ACC not only can maintain the preset speed control device operating as usual but the remarkable feature of it is that can automatically adjust speed to maintain a safe distance to the car before and after . ACC uses a radar or laser sensor (usually located behind the grille) to identify the speed and distance of the vehicle. If the car slowed down before the system will send a signal to reduce computer performance or braking influence. When the distance was limited to safety, the control system increases the speed levels have built up. To turn off the system, you simply need the brake pedal.

Mercedes Benz uses a similar system called Distronic Plus, beam short-range or long range radar to prevent sudden acceleration driving crashed into a vehicle. When tested, the system works very well in urban areas and on highways.

The car label using this technology: Acura, Audi, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar, Lexus, Subaru and Toyota.

2. Navigation device according to traffic and weather

Navigation systems use global positioning combined with traffic alerts and weather is becoming increasingly common in cars, not just for the luxury car. The system will check road conditions and weather through the map. Information will be screened to suit the location and route drivers. With this system, drivers can find a detour to avoid the storm or find the most convenient way to get around the traffic from a service.

3. Active headlights

When turning the steering wheel, active headlamps system will automatically redirect the lighting of the driveway trying to achieve. That's the difference compared with conventional headlights only light in the direction of the car. Information about the position and velocity of the wheel of the car will be processed and send a signal to the electric motor, turning left or right lamp in proper perspective.

Only 18 months after birth, almost all automobile manufacturers began oriented selection headlights adapt to this. In 2009, this technology will be available on the Audi A6, BMW 1 -, 3 - and 7-Series, Cadillac Escalade and CTS-V, Hyundai Genesis, Infiniti FX, Lincol MKS, and Mercedes-Benz CLS.

4. Integrated portable navigation device

Portable navigation systems are increasingly popular due to ease of use, features a control panel, affordable. The manufacturer has improved the memory interface and control panel, making them more compact and take it.

The company uses this technology as Toyota, Hyundai and Volvo.

5. Anti-collision

Similar to ACC, anti-collision device will adjust the distance and proximity to the vehicle before the vehicle or other obstructions. If the system is that the car does not break up, it automatically signs with flashing lights, vibrating seats, tightening belts, etc.. If still no result, some systems will automatically brake to minimize damage.Volvo is to develop this system can detect pedestrians.

Currently, Volvo is adopting this system for vehicles S80, V70, XC60 and XC70.

6. Warning lane

This is a very useful technique for the careless driver, or deviate lane. Warning system will use a camera to detect lane dividers white or yellow. If the car run over the median strip without turn signals, the system will emit a warning sound driver. Some systems also automatically controls the right is a road vehicle or brake.

Techniques available on the Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Infiniti, and Volvo.

7. Internet access in the vehicle

The new service will turn your car into a Wi-Fi access points and safety, using mobile technology and equipment to users accessible from the lap top web, gaming devices or all kinds of other personal devices.

Internet service provider for Chrysler is the first car with UConnect Web service.Technology is integrated in the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge 2009.

8. Processing equipment blind spots

Using the camera or radar, the system will scan all areas where the driver can not see. If cars, motorcycles obscures the driver's signal lights will flash, warning systems and sound dangerous to drivers to avoid disaster.

Most complex techniques used in the processing system of the Volvo Blind Spot. The system uses cameras mounted on each side of the car mirror, warning device will be mounted in front of the car window.

The technique used cars: Audi Q7, Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS and STS.

9. CCTV entire

Mounted camera system will monitor the entire area around the vehicle and displayed on the screen to help locate the car park. This technology is only available in the Nissan and Infinity, for example, Nissan Murano and Infiniti EX35.

10. Support systems and night vision with pedestrian warning

This latest technology camera using heat sensors to create animations, help the driver identify people, animals and other objects in the range projection of vehicle lights. Some systems also provide information about the depth of the image in real time, distance coding each object, represented by hot color (for objects at near and dangerous) and cool colors (for animals distant, less dangerous). This technology was developed to show the direction of motion of the object and change the car to move around. If the system determines that the front may be in danger, the driver is warned by images or sounds.

BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Acura are adopting this technology.

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