Tips for Driving Efficient Fuel Consumption, Pay Attention to These 9 Things

 Vehicles that are fuel efficient are one of the desires of all of us. But saving fuel, of course, cannot be obtained just like that. 

In addition to the condition of the car, the ability of the engine, the way you drive also determines. In addition, fuel prices are increasingly expensive, and the availability of fuel will quickly run out if its use is not considered and saved.

Tips for Driving Efficient Fuel Consumption, Pay Attention to These 9 Things

There are some light tips that you can do so that your vehicle's fuel consumption can be as efficient as possible.

1. Check Tire Air Pressure

The ritual of checking tire air pressure before driving is often forgotten but it is very important. Not only a matter of safety but also affects fuel consumption. For example, if the tire air pressure is less than a predetermined, the tires will automatically be heavier to support the weight of the car. Moreover, if there are too many passengers in the car, the weight will automatically increase and the car needs more fuel intake to run. 

2. Bringing the necessary items

The more items you carry, the heavier the weight and the harder the car is to accelerate. So that your car is fuel efficient, get rid of unnecessary items from the trunk. Transporting goods on the roof is also not recommended because it will cause greater wind resistance and slow down the car

3. Travel Management

If you have more time, it's best to leave early so you won't be rushed on the road. This includes avoiding traffic jams that commonly occur on commonly used roads. Use digital maps to determine the best travel route so that fuel consumption can be reduced.

4. Keep Emotions in the Car

Keeping emotions on the road is mandatory because once they are emotional, the AutoFamily will not be able to regulate their driving rhythm and become aggressive. Not only does the use of gasoline increase, this situation can lead to a commotion or a traffic accident. Do not be provoked by emotions to fight over the road lane or overtake other vehicles so as to increase gasoline consumption.

5. Relaxing and Smooth Driving

After starting the engine, you don't have to wait too long for it to run. Make sure all the necessities, such as etoll cards, wallets, cellphones, and managing audio playlists, are prepared. Leaving the car idle for a long time is clearly a waste of gas.

Drive relaxed and smooth when you step on the gas pedal and let the car go by taking advantage of the momentum. Keep the engine running. Set the right distance to the car in front so you don't have to rush to step on the gas pedal or brake pedal. Follow the existing speed limit. Immediately turn off the engine when stopped for a long time, such as at a mini market or rest area on a toll road. It looks trivial, but if you accumulate it, you will feel the benefits.

6. Use the Right Teeth

Continuously driving a car in low gear or in high gear when crossing hilly or uphill areas will result in excessive fuel consumption. In order for your car to be fuel efficient, it would be nice if you set the right gear, such as the S or L position on an automatic car transmission when the situation is uphill or gears 1 and 2 on a manual transmission car.

7. Change Gears at the Right Moment

For cars with automatic transmission, it is easier to change gear positions because it is regulated by the vehicle system. You just need to drive smoothly to shift gears at low engine speeds, usually around 2,000 rpm. If you are more aggressive by pressing the gas pedal deeper, the gear will shift at a higher speed, thus increasing fuel consumption. Step on the gas gradually.

For cars with manual transmission, shift gears at engine speed of 2,000 rpm less. In this round the car is usually getting enough thrust. When reducing the speed of the car, there is no need to lower the transmission gear too quickly. Leave it until it feels almost exhausted, then shift to a lower gear. Except in certain situations such as when going uphill or wanting to overtake another vehicle.

8. Take advantage of the Eco Indicator Features

New car users can take advantage of the ECO Indicator feature on the car's instrument panel. If you are successful in driving fuel-efficiently, the green indicator light will appear and indicate that you are wise in setting the gas pedal. If you succeed in making the ECO Indicator always on, it means that your driving style is included in the eco driving level.

9. Regular Service Period

Check the air filter regularly. If the air filter is dirty, engine power and efficiency will be reduced and more fuel will be required. So that it will reduce the value of fuel economy that you have. Do cleaning the air filter every time you service the car, if the filter can no longer be used, immediately replace it with the appropriate component.

Well, the easiest thing is to do regular service at an official repair shop. This is to restore the performance of your car engine so that it remains powerful and efficient. This includes ensuring that the supporting components of the car are in top condition. Positively, fuel consumption will not be excessive.

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Daihatsu Prints the Highest Market Share Record in History

 In early 2022, the condition of the national automotive industry looks promising with positive sales reports. 

Even though entering the new year, there is no longer any relaxation of PPnBM with a 100 percent scheme as in 2021, which has boosted four-wheel sales quite a lot.

Daihatsu Prints the Highest Market Share Record in History

This fact is based on data from GAIKINDO (Indonesian Automotive Industry Association) where the national automotive market has increased by around 45 percent to around 78 thousand units, compared to the same period last year which was only 54 thousand units. In January 2022, there were vehicle segments that dominated the market successively starting from the SUV segment with a contribution of 27 percent, commercial or commercial with 26 percent achievement, MPV at 25 percent, LCGC 16 percent, city car 3 percent and other segments 3 percent.

After reporting the results of product sales in January 2022, Daihatsu again reported that their sales achievement at the beginning of the year had recorded the highest record in history in terms of market share. Daihatsu achieved retail sales of 17,506 units, up 83.7 percent compared to January 2021, which was 9,528 units, which made the Japanese company's market share record 22.3 percent.

Regarding the model contribution, Daihatsu's sales in January 2022 were divided into 2 compositions, with 71 percent of passenger vehicles and 29 percent of commercial vehicles.

Daihatsu's top selling models include the Sigra, which sold 4.9 thousand units or contributed 28 percent of total sales. There are still Ayla as many as 2.4 thousand units or contributing 14 percent, All New Xenia as many as 1.9 thousand units or 11 percent, Terios 1.3 thousand units or 8 percent and Rocky as many as 1.2 thousand units or 7 percent. For commercial vehicle models, there is a Gran Max Pick Up with 3.8 thousand units or 22 percent and followed by a Gran Max mini bus which includes a blind van variant of 1.4 thousand units or 8 percent of total sales.

Daihatsu is grateful to be able to start sales in early 2022 by setting a record for the highest market share in Daihatsu's history in Indonesia. We also appreciate the government's support for the continued PPnBM incentives that have been shown to have significantly increased the national automotive market during 2021," said Hendrayadi Lastiyoso, Marketing & Customer Relations Division Head of PT Astra International Daihatsu Sales Operation (AI-DSO).

The government has indeed announced to continue the PPnBM relaxation program, but as has been said, this year's program is very different from last year's program. There are two categories of vehicles that get convenience, namely LCGC and products with a selling price of Rp. 200 million to Rp. 250 million.

The incentives for the LCGC model are given in the first quarter with a PPnBM tariff of 0 percent, in the second quarter at 1 percent, in the third quarter at 2 percent and in the fourth quarter the PPnBM tariff will be fully charged to consumers at 3 percent. Daihatsu has proposed the Ayla and Sigra LCGC models for this segment with a total of 22 variants that can enjoy this facility.

In the non-LCGC model, the incentives are different. In the first quarter, the PPnBM tariff is given at 7.5 percent and in the second quarter onwards, consumers pay the full PPnBM tariff of 15 percent. In this segment, Daihatsu lists the All New Xenia, Rocky, and Terios models with a total of 29 variants.

Pemerintah beberapa waktu lalu memang telah menghadirkan peraturan untuk relaksasi PPnBM 2022 yakni lewat PMK Nomor 5/PMK.010/2022 tentang Pajak Penjualan atas Barang Mewah atas Penyerahan Barang Kena Pajak yang Tergolong Mewah berupa Kendaraan Bermotor Tertentu yang Ditanggung Pemerintah (PPnBM DTP) Tahun Anggaran 2022 yang ditetapkan pada 2 Februari 2022. Sayangnya sampai saat ini belum ada petunjuk teknis dan detail mengenai mana saja produk yang mendapatkan kemudahan relaksasi ini.

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Honda Brings Various Interesting Products at Osaka Auto Messe 2022

 The 25th Osaka Auto Messe 2022 automotive exhibition, which will take place from 11 to 13 February 2022, will be used by automotive manufacturers to showcase new products. 

One of them is Honda which will showcase various models and special vehicles that are scheduled to be present in Japan. Honda comes with the division of three areas such as the Hybrid area, N series area and Mugen area which can be enjoyed by exhibition visitors at INTEX Osaka, Japan.

Honda Brings Various Interesting Products at Osaka Auto Messe 2022

In the Hybrid area, Honda displays the VEZEL e:HEV Modulo x Concept model which is planned to be released in 2022. This is a model known in Indonesia as the latest HR-V with the addition of a Modulo body kit. As a result, the crossover is more sporty with a touch of changes in the exterior and interior of the Modulo style.

Then there is the STEP WGN e:HEV SPADA Concept model which is planned to be present in the spring of this year. The FIT e:HEV Crosstar Custom was also present, greeting on the exhibition floor. This is a Honda hatchback model with modifications in the style of an outdoor vehicle. The use of all-terrain tires and a roof rack on the roof makes this hatchback ready to be invited to travel in an outdoor environment.

The N series area will display the N-BOX Custom STYLE + BLACK which was introduced last December 2021. This model comes to commemorate the 10 year anniversary of the N-BOX model in Japan. In addition, the N-WGN PICNIC was also present by presenting the concept of "Weekend Picnic For You". In addition, there are also N-VAN Custom and K-Climb will greet exhibition visitors.

This K-Climb model was shown at the Tokyo Auto Salon some time ago. Comes with a small engine that produces 63 hp and 104 Nm of torque, the K-Climb is expected to take the driver up the hill. The changes to the Kei Car can be seen in the legs with the presence of tires that are quite wide and the use of carbon fiber materials in several parts such as the wheel fenders, hood, front bumper, grille, and rear splitter. It is used to present a lighter weight.

From the Mugen area, Honda shows the red Mugen Civic as well as products developed for those who care about the essence of the car such as styling and driving performance with the concept of dynamism and sport. The Team Mugen SF19 racing car was also present where this car was used by Team Mugen #16 with the driver Tomoki Nojiri. This car won the All Japan Super Formula Championship Series championship in 2021.

For those of you who want to see the Auto Messe exhibition, you can access it via the link https://www.honda.co.jp/automesse. Hopefully some of the products that are present at this exhibition will also be present in Indonesia. Most likely, the latest Vezel or HR-V Modulo version, the standard version will be coming soon in Indonesia

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Mandalika Test Begins, Alex Rins First MotoGP Racer to Try New Circuit

 Pertamina Mandalika's inaugural MotoGP test officially started Friday morning (11/2) at 10 am local time. Alex Rins, a Suzuki Ecstar rider, is the first MotoGP racer to enter this circuit. 

Johann Zarco (Pramac Ducati) managed to be the fastest in the inauguration session. On the first day of testing, red flags were immediately raised because the circuit was too wet and dirty.

Alex Rins

Alex Rins, racer number 42 started the session with wet tires. This was done because the weather at the Pertamina Mandalika Circuit, Lombok, had been raining since before the training started. In the early session, Rins successfully gushed the 2022 Suzuki GSX-RR, recording the best time of 1 minute 45.21 seconds. As he became more familiar with the track, he also managed to improve his time to the level of 1 minute 33.662 seconds and became the sixth fastest. These results are still likely to be even better if the exercise is done in dry (and clean) circuit conditions.

In harmony with his teammate, Joan Mir (36) also carved a pretty good performance. From a time of 1 minute 48.552 seconds in the first session, Mir managed to record a positive development with 1 minute 33.635 seconds at the close of the session at 4 pm. He also managed to be the fourth fastest in the session. This 1-time MotoGP world champion has a great chance to achieve similar results to the 2020 season.

What is interesting is Marc Marquez. This old rider from Repsol Honda succeeded in being the fastest in the 2 o'clock session.

The 6-time world champion of the MotoGP event managed to find his rhythm. Whereas last season, after an injury at the beginning of 2020 and missing the whole season, he could only finish in 7th place in the 2021 season. With positive results on the first day of testing Mandalika, it is a good indicator that 2022 is the year he returns to his best performance in MotoGP.

Wet (and Dirty) Tracks

Yes, this inaugural test started in wet conditions (wet session) but got worse due to dirt which eventually endangered the riders. I don't know where the dirt came from, but it doesn't seem to hinder the racers' efforts to find maximum performance at this new circuit.

The upload of the racers is also an interesting thing. For example, the Suzuki Ecstar team, via their official Instagram account @suzukimotogp, showed Joan Mir who looked filthy with dirt with the caption "Joan 'Muddy' Mir." Not only the seats, the Suzuki GSX-RR is also dirty like it's been through a non-asphalt track. 

A more dramatic thing was uploaded by Joan Lacueva through the account @joanlacueva, personal assistant to Aleix Espargaro, Aprillia Racing racer. Joan shows the action of a racer on a speeding circuit while lifting dust on the asphalt. This is certainly very dangerous for the racers who have to accelerate to 350 kph. No wonder he marked it with the words "Dakar."

Pertamina Mandalika GP is one of the test vehicles before the season starts (pre-season test). Together with Sepang (Malaysia), Indonesia is the second country scheduled by MotoGP organizers as an official test. Testing at Mandalika starts today (11 February and ends 13 February). Later, the racing season will be officially opened in Qatar on March 6, and then continue to series 2 in Mandalika. In total, there are 21 circuits that will become a fast-paced competition for motorcycle manufacturers this year.

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Preparation for Comeback to Indonesia, Subaru: We Don't Want to Repeat Mistakes

 One old name that is preparing to re-enter Indonesia is Subaru. This news has been around for some time. The Japanese brand is preparing to be back in business in Indonesia. 

Wearing the "Plaza Subaru" flag, this newest brand holder agent (APM) announced last year that it will be fully operational in 2022. However, until the second month there has been no sign of them officially announcing their presence. What is it?

Subaru

The question was finally answered directly by Arie Christopher as Chief Operating Officer of PT Plaza Auto Mega (Subaru Indonesia). He conveyed that currently Subaru is in the final stages of preparation to market some of its flagship products. The goal is to ensure that Subaru can provide maximum service to its consumers and fans.

Plaza Subaru is the fourth APM to officially hold this Japanese brand in Indonesia. The company that became APM previously made history less pleasant because it was involved in a legal case. Arie said that is what Subaru is trying not to repeat under the auspices of the Plaza group.

“Why do many people ask us, why did Subaru take so long to sell in Indonesia? What are you waiting for?, that's the term since we were appointed in February 2020 until February 2022. It's been two years why haven't we launched a car?” said Arie during a virtual press conference on Wednesday (9/2/2022).

“This is a form or a real activity or our real commitment that we want to fix the mistakes of the previous APM in the past. We want to be in line with Indonesian government regulations. So all of this is good from a legal point of view, both from the production plan side of the factory, the commitment from the Subaru Corporation in Japan, we are laying the foundations, we are tidying everything up," added Arie.

As the first step in returning to Indonesia, Plaza Subaru focuses on the availability of after sales services for existing consumers. Therefore, since last year, a 3S dealer (showroom, service, spare part) has been established, located in Alam Sutera, Tangerang. After guaranteeing services for consumers, then it will be followed by the launch of new models.

Arie even at the same time revealed a little about Subaru's plans in Indonesia, both for the short and medium term. Including the expansion of the authorized dealer network to a number of major cities in Indonesia for at least the next five years.

"Perhaps in the short term, we will definitely inform you that starting from the second quarter, we have started to market several new types of Subaru in Indonesia," continued Arie, who previously led Ferrari Indonesia.

"Then for the medium term plan, we certainly adjust it according to the sales volume that will increase. We will open our network both in Jakarta and outside Jakarta, such as Bandung, Surabaya, Batam, and other cities," continued Arie.

Regarding the product line and model that will be brought to the country, Arie does not want to clearly reveal it. However, from what was mentioned during the press conference, several Subaru models from the SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) class to sports cars will be imported. This means that there are opportunities for Impreza, Forester, BRZ, and even WRX to greet fans in Indonesia. (Why/Raju)

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Triumph TE-1 Electric Motorcycle Project Begins to Be Revealed

Towards the end of March 2021, Triumph Motorcycles released a sketch of a prototype electric motorcycle called the TE-1. 

After a year has passed, the British manufacturer has finally started to reveal its ambitious project with a pretty self-explanatory mockup. The zero-emission iron horse now looks real and shows the finished prototype version. The motorcycle is now entering a six-month testing phase before entering the electric motorcycle market.

Triumph TE-1 Electric Motorcycle

The Triumph TE-1 project has actually started work since 2019. And this year it has entered the collaborative stage. Triumph Motorcycles does not work alone, they are assisted by Williams Advanced Engineering, Integral Powertrain Limited, and the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick. WMG also received funding from the UK Innovate Office for zero-emissions vehicles.

"It's great to see the progress made during phase 3 of Project Triumph TE-1. The motorcycle prototype is now in the final category and ready to be tested in real life. We look forward to continuing this ambitious and innovative work through the hands-on testing phase and sharing the results with Triumph fans around the world. Everyone involved is proud to be a part of this innovative UK collaboration," said Triumph CEO Nick Bloor.

To reach this point, each team member has a specific area of expertise that they bring to Project TE-1. Triumph is responsible for the chassis including the frame, rear subframe, cockpit, panels and wheels, final drive systems (including the Carbon Gates transmission and belt drive), electronics, ohlins suspension including the RSU prototype, Brembo M50 monoblock calipers, and motorcycle control software. Triumph.

Williams Advanced Engineering handles the battery pack (which incorporates a dedicated cell pack for the center of gravity), integrated cooling, vehicle control unit, DC/DC converter, charging port and Styled carbon covers.

The Integral Powertrain is in charge of the electric motor itself. A prototype design that weighs just 10kg and is capable of producing a peak power of about 130 kW (174.3 hp) for a short time and a maximum continuous power of about 90 kW (120.7 hp). The powertrain has an integrated inverter, which can be scaled for use on motors of different diameters. The inverter itself can handle more than 500 kW of power (equivalent to 670 hp).

Integral Powertrain Chief Technical Officer Andrew Cross said that integrated motor and inverter units can now deliver the target performance and cycle efficiencies that we engineer, model and simulate to achieve. "We are looking forward to the feedback from this test and the benefits of the high efficiency," he said.

A fourth partner, WMG (which stands for Warwick Manufacturing Group), University of Warwick, was responsible for simulation work, including a physical rig to test drivetrain performance and durability, control systems as well as electronics such as traction and brake control.

Impressively, according to Triumph, the test results exceeded the UK Automotive Council benchmarks and targets by 2025. That means the project is ahead of the curve in terms of development. This, in turn, bodes well for Triumph's future development of electric motorcycles.

With the collaboration phase now complete, move on to Phase 4 of the TE-1 Project. That's the live testing phase, starting about six months into the future at Triumph's testing facility. The test will be live on track for throttle calibration and powertrain mapping to find a balance between performance, usability and range, as well as developing driving modes and ensuring nothing overheats.

Then on to the track for the kind of conventional testing that every new bike goes through. Examine handling, performance, braking and electronic control systems in real-world scenarios. Once that's done, the prototype will get body panels and a paint scheme. Triumph will reveal the latest version of Project TE-1 in the summer of 2022. At the same time, the company is also ready to release full specifications and performance details with test results.

“During Phase 3, we have focused on building the physical foundation of Triumph's first electric prototype motorcycle. I am pleased with these results and the efforts of the TE-1 partners in creating a demonstration bike that is not only highly visually desirable with the Triumph DNA, but also packaged with a new electric powertrain. It is exhilarating and thrilling to have such potential for the future,” said Triumph Chief Product Officer Steve Sargent.

“I look forward to continuing the development of this demonstrator vehicle through phase 4, and using our knowledge and capabilities to bring all of the partners' cutting-edge technologies together into the final output that will guide Triumph's electric strategy for the future. I'm really looking forward to the first opportunity to ride the finished prototype."

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The Ducati Team's MotoGP Racing Bike Has Arrived at the Mandalika Circuit, Take a Peek at the Specifications

Indonesia's dream of holding the prestigious MotoGP race will soon be realized. Referring to the official MotoGP calendar, in March 2022 there will be a race at the Mandalika Circuit, Lombok, NTB starting with a pre-season test on Friday to Sunday (11-13 February) tomorrow.

Racers from several teams have also arrived in Lombok, followed by logistics and motorcycle units that will be used in the pre-season test later. One of them is the Ducati Lenovo Team, through their @Ducaticorse Instagram account they uploaded the moment of 'unboxing' the Ducati Desmosedici GP22 which will be ridden by Francesco Bagnaia and Jack Miller.

Motgp Ducati Lenovo Team di Mandalika

Neatly wrapped in a special red box, the Ducati Desmosedici GP22 with race numbers 63 and 43 was opened and brought into the paddock at the Mandalika Circuit. Some of the Ducati crew were also seen busy working on the Italian motorcycle.

"Unboxing the Desmosedici GP22! Nice to be here (Indonesia). Mandalika, you are so beautiful!," wrote the Ducati Corse admin in the caption column.

Specifications of Ducati Desmosedici GP22

Previously, Ducati officially introduced the Lenovo Ducati team motorbike on Monday (7/2). From the visuals, it looks like there are not many revisions to motor racing in the 2022 season. 

In general, the Ducati Desmosedici GP22 is still dominated by the red color, but now there is no longer the Audi Sport logo and has been replaced by Daiko. The red color selection itself was chosen in harmony with the iconic Ducati red color, the same as the color of the mass-produced Ducati motorcycles.

Speaking of specifications, the Ducati Desmosedici GP22 has a 90-degree V4 engine, Liquid cooled, four-stroke, Desmodromic DOHC. With a cylinder capacity of 1000cc, which is capable of producing a maximum power of up to 250 more horsepower.

Ducati claims, the GP22 can go up to 350 km per hour with a 6-speed transmission. The frame uses a double beam model (twin spar made of aluminum alloy) which offers a good balance.

Affairs of the legs, in front of using Ohlins upside down claim with a special protector of carbon material. While at the rear use a monoshock with adjustable dampers and hydraulic compression models and rebound brakes.

So, to be more complete, below are the official specifications taken from the Ducati MotoGP website:

Ducati Desmosedici GP22

• Engine: 4-stroke, 90° V4, liquid-cooled, Desmodromic DOHC (double overhead camshaft) valve drive, 4 valves per cylinder
• Capacity: 1000cc
• Maximum power: +250 hp
• Maximum speed: +350 km/h
• Transmission: Ducati Seamless, chain-end drive
• Combustion system: Indirect electronic injection, 4 throttle bodies with injectors above and below the throttle. Butterfly valve (butterfly) controlled double Ride By Wire system
• Fuel: Shell Racing V-Powe
• Lubricants: Shell Advance Ultra 
• Exhaust line: Akrapovic
• Chain: DID
• Frame/Chassis: Double beam (or Twin spar, two posts designed to hold the engine from above) in aluminum alloy
• Suspension: Ohlins. Front: inverted fork (upside down or upside down) with carbon guard. Rear: Monoshock with preload adjustment and hydraulic compression and rebound brake
• Electronic system: Magneti Marelli ECU with single software Dorna
• Tires: Michelin, front-rear rim size 17 inche
• Rim: Marchesini magnesium alloy
• Braking system: Brembo. Front: 340 mm diameter dual carbon discs with four-piston calipers.
• Rear: Single steel disc with two-piston calipers
• Empty weight: 157 kg (without racer and fuel).
  

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