2015 10Best Cars

Dozens of contenders, just 10 winners—these cars are guaranteed to entertain and delight any driver.

 

10Best Cars

From the January 2015 issue of Car and Driver

There are roughly 150 new car models on the market today, many of them only narrowly distinguishable from each other. The sedans are flame-surfaced affairs with elongated rooflines, and even the sporty coupes rely on huge grilles to trumpet their brand lineage. Most emit the same muffled calls, so you can’t reliably classify them by sound, either. This guide is intended to help you identify the 10 cars that, through a rare combination of strengths, stand apart. They reward close observation. We hope the following pages will tune you in to the attributes that mark the differentiation. Individual areas of noteworthiness are called out, but the assembled cars share the following traits: They cost less than $80,000, they excel at delivering value for the money, they have a strong mastery of their segment, and they are graceful in motion. These 10 will entertain and delight any driver, but only if you know how and where to spot them.

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By CAR AND DRIVER

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Automotive Testing Expo China 2015

 

15, 16, 17 September 2015 - Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center, China.

 

 

 

Automotive Testing Expo China opened on 15 September to tremendous success, with almost 3,000 attendees walking through the exhibition doors on the first day alone.

 

BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER BEFORE!

Automotive Testing Expo China 2015 is set to capitalise on the rapid growth in new car sales and the need for higher quality and safer vehicles by bringing together the world's leading test equipment manufacturers and test service providers in an intense three-day extravaganza!

Products on display:

• Test simulation
• Engine and emissions analysis
• Vibration testing
• Acoustic testing
• Environmental testing
• Mechanical testing
• Data acquisition
• Materials testing
• Non-destructive testing (NDT)
• Track simulation and laboratory testing
• EMC analysis
• Structural and fatigue testing
• Suspension kinematics and compliance
• Simulation software
• Sensors and transducers
• On-board diagnostics
• Wind tunnel technology
• Aerodynamic testing
• NVH
• Quality testing/inspection

OPENING HOURS

15th September	09:30 - 17:00
16th September	09:30 - 17:00
17th September	09:30 - 15:00

 

 

 

Future show dates:

Automotive Testing Expo
China 2016
Dates: 27-29 September 2016
Location: SWEECC, Shanghai, China

Contact Details

The Exhibition
If you are interested in exhibiting at Automotive Testing Expo China 2015, please contact Dominic Cundy – Sales & Marketing Director: dominic.cundy@ukipme.com
All Other Enquiries
Please direct all other enquiries to Renata Lengui – Event Marketing, Automotive Testing Expo China 2015: renata.lengui@ukipme.com
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Reliable International Exhibition Services Co. Ltd.
Wilko Fong
Rm.1702, Bldg. 6
SOHO New Town,
88 Jianguo Road
Chaoyang District
Beijing
China
100022
Tel : 86(0)10-8589-8181
Fax : 86(0)10-8589-8180
Email : wilko_fong@reliable.org.cn

 

Expo Venue for 2015

Shanghai Everbright
Convention & Exhibition
Center Co Ltd
6F Building C,
70 Caobao Road Shanghai,
China, 200235

 

Source: Automotive Testing Expo China 2015

 

 

The Top Selling Points For American Car Buyers

Which factors do potential American car buyers consider the most important before they make their purchase? According to a survey conducted by the HarrisHRS -1.93% Poll, space and passenger capacity are of minor importance to Americans nowadays, rated as top attributes by only 31 and 28 percent of respondents respectively.

Reliability is actually the top selling point for automobile manufacturers, rated the most important factor when choosing a new vehicle by 93 percent of respondents. In fact, reliability is even rated higher than safety – 75 percent of those polled consider safety the foremost attribute when making a purchase.

 

 

sorce: Forbes

India to be second largest market for Yamaha next year: Roy Kurian

With its third plant in India likely to commence production next month with an initial capacity of 4,50,000 two-wheelers, Japanese two-wheeler maker Yamaha is aiming to expand its share in the Indian market

With its third plant in India likely to commence production next month with an initial capacity of 4,50,000 two-wheelers, Japanese two-wheeler maker Yamaha is aiming to expand its share in the Indian market and boost exports. ETAutocaught up with Roy Kurian, vice president of sales and marketing at Yamaha Motor India, to understand the company's plans. Edited excerpts:

Yamaha has been planning to expand equally in the premium segment as well as the lower segment of two-wheelers. We have seen action in the first, but yet to see any major development in the second.
We have seen quite good response in the (premium) segment and that's the reason we have launched YZF R3 in the 325cc segment. We had showcase R25 in the last AutoExpo but we did not launch that and instead brought this one as we thought that would not have given the that kind of appeal to the customers because of lower power. As far as lower segment of products is concerned, we are following the same pattern.

We have been hearing of Yamaha's plan to bring affordable bikes to India. How is that plan shaping up?
The work is on and we are looking at making affordable bikes for customers who is looking to commute from X to Y location. The priority of this product is going to be cost and fuel efficiency. Our research and development team is working on it.

How far are we from the bike running on the road?
It's a very big project. I am really not able to answer this question, but certainly the company is working on it.

For Yamaha, what has been driving the growth in terms of product segment and how does the future look like?
If you look at 2014, the scooter segment has already contributed about 27-29 percent of the total domestic (two-wheeler) sales and we are seeing that growing. Even this year, for the first half from January-June, motorcycle is in red but scooter is positive and going by this, this year we should be somewhere around 29-30 percent of the total sales as far as the scooter segment is concerned.

People are shifting from motorcycles to scooters, especially in urban area ... So, going by that, I think we are bang on as far as the strategy is concerned. Yes, we are not a very significant player as far as the scooter segment is concerned, but I think we have made our presence felt in the last two or three years.

I would like to make it clear that we have the first priority on the domestic market, but that doesnt mean we are ignoring exports. We would look at a market share of 10 percent by2018

Can we see Yamaha's product on the top 10 selling two-wheeler list in India?
We are actually not a big player right now. It will be a tall claim to make right now. I think we need some more time. But the kind of acceptance for Yamaha brand we see, we expect to be a significant play in time to come.

When is your new Chennai plant going to be operational?
Well, the trial production at the Chennai plant has already started and I think next month we will officially inaugurate the plant. The plant (capacity) will be expanded to 1.8 million units by 2018.

Your production capacity will increase to over 2 million. Where will these be consumed - domestically or export markets?
I would like to make it clear that we have the first priority on the domestic market, but that doesn't mean we are ignoring exports. We would look at a market share of 10 percent by 2018 or one or two years here and there. We expect our exports to grow to 2.5 lakh units this year from 1.5 lakh the previous year. For the domestic market, we did about 5.6 lakh units last year and we expect this year to touch about 6.3 lakh units, while our long-term target is to reach 1 million mark, which hopefully will be happening in 2017.

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AMID Motorcycle & Quad Expo 2015

Date: 8/14/2015 - 8/16/2015

Venue: Johannesburg Expo Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa

The Association of Motorcycle Importers and Distributors (AMiD) has decided to stage its 2015 show at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec. The AMID Motorcycle Lifestyle Show is the best opportunity to connect with South African motorcycling enthusiasts. If your business encompasses the following then the AMID Motorcycle Lifestyle Show is the one marketing opportunity you should not miss this year! 

 

 

EXHIBITOR PROFILE:

A 3-day motorcycle-lifestyle showcase focusing on the latest products and trends combined with crowd-pulling events and entertainment to deliver Southern Africa’s leading motorcycle brand showcase.

Motorcycles: Cruising & Touring Motorcycles | Sport & Dual Sport Motorcycles | Off Road Motorcycles & Quads | Motorcycles with Sidecars | Scooters & Mopeds | Pit Bikes | ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) | 4-Wheelers (Quads, Buggies, Karts, etc.) | Utility Vehicles Performance / Customising: Tuning & Tuning Concepts | Custom Builders | Custom Designers | Performance Systems | Motorsport Equipment: Motorcycle Trailers & Sidecars |Components, Parts & Accessories | Wheels & Tyres | Fuels & Lubricants| Tools & Repair Equipment Accessories: Protective Clothing & Apparel | Helmets, Gloves, Goggles & Protectors | Boots & Sports Footwear |Navigation & GPS Systems | Intercom & Communications Systems | Cameras & Photo/Video Equipment |Anti-Theft Devices | Saddle Bags, Panniers & Luggage Racks |Motorcycle Care Products & Covers | Badges, models & memorabilia | Books & Motorcycle Manuals Touring & Travel: Tour Operators | Touring Equipment | Motorcycle Hire | Camping Equipment | Hotels & Guesthouses | Motorcycle Routes & Trails | Motorcycle Events & Rallies Specialist Suppliers: Banks, Finance Houses & Leasing Companies | Insurance |Media, Publications & Electronic Media | Rider Training | Associations & Clubs | Training Schools

 

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