AN UNPRECEDENTED PARTICIPATION FOR DACIA IN THE TROPHEE ANDROS

<center><img alt="Dacia Duster Competition Version" height="292" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/11/medium/9413048.jpg" width="400" /></center><br />Dacia, a brand of the Renault group, is to contest France's celebrated Trophée Andros ice-racing series. The brand, which is acclaimed for the unbeatable equipment and performance package its models deliver for their price, remains true to its reputation by appearing in a discipline where its presence was least expected: ice racing.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />Alain Prost will drive a competition version of Dacia Duster. The Frenchman chose Dacia for the values championed by the brand's vehicles, namely simplicity, efficiency and robustness. "I am delighted to be driving the Dacia Duster. It is a brand new vehicle, and I am proud to be able to play a part in its promotion to the unusual backdrop of the Trophée Andros. Thanks to the work put in by Renault Sport Technologies, I have every confidence in Dacia Duster's potential and reliability which together point to an extremely exciting season," says Alain Prost.<br /><br />The announcement coincides with the revelation by Dacia of the name and design of the brand's sixth model, Duster. This robust and reliable 4X4 has an international calling and will target customers looking for an affordable everyday all-terrain vehicle.<br /><br />The Trophée Andros is a competition that stands apart in motor sport inasmuch as it places a cap on the use of complex and costly technological solutions, placing the emphasis instead on vehicle and driver ability. The Dacia brand has forged a reputation for challenging established thinking in the world of the automobile, permitting a whole new way to go motoring by delivering all the essentials... at just the right price.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Dacia Duster Competition Version" height="283" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/11/medium/1547007.jpg" width="400" /></center><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">AN UNPRECEDENTED PARTICIPATION FOR DACIA IN THE TROPHEE ANDROS</span><br /><br />Dacia has chosen to base its challenge in the 2009/1010 Trophée Andros ice-racing season on the socalled 'Silhouette' category. All the circuits visited by the Trophée Andros put reliability to a particularly tough test, and this will give Dacia a chance to showcase the fact that robustness forms an integral part of the brand's DNA. The discipline also places a cap on excessively complex and costly technical solutions, while the chassis, gearbox and tyres, for example, are all carefully covered by the regulations, forcing teams to explore simple, ingenious solutions, an approach which totally fits the Dacia spirit.<br /><br />Dacia's newcomer will get its first taste of ice racing in the hands of Alain Prost, with the brand seeking to<br />spring a surprise by using the campaign to premier Dacia Duster, the lines of which preview the 4X4 model that is due to go on sale in 2010. Dacia Duster's high body line and prominent wheel arches are clear pointers to its 4x4 credentials¸ while the coachwork of the competition version is perfectly suited to the specific demands of the Trophée Andros. The extensive front glazed surface area and the positioning of the windscreen pillars ensure outstanding foreword and lateral visibility.<br />The Trophée Andros stands out as one of motor sport's most exacting disciplines. Indeed, in ice racing, the track conditions can change very quickly as a function of prevailing weather conditions, and driving calls for precision, rigour and race-craft, three qualities which all come naturally to a champion of Alain Prost's calibre.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Dacia Duster Competition Version" height="269" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/11/medium/9819576.jpg" width="400" /></center><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">DACIA DUSTER PREPARED BY RENAULT SPORT TECHNOLOGIES</span><br /><br />Over and above driver talent, the cars that contest the Trophée Andros undergo specific preparation.<br /><br />The competition version of Dacia Duster has benefited extensively from the expertise acquired by Renault Sport Technologies in motor sport. Its glass-fibre body conceals a tubular chassis which houses a three-litre, 24-valve V6 engine from the Renault-Nissan Alliance range. This powerplant has been carefully tuned in order to optimize its performance potential at the high altitudes at which the races will be held. It delivers peak power of 350hp at 7,500rpm, and maximum torque of 360Nm at 5,500rpm. The six-speed sequential gearbox ensures fast, precise gearshifts, even when drifting through corners at full song. The mid-rear location of the engine illustrates the work that has gone into perfecting weight distribution, in compliance with the 950kg minimum weight requirement and with a view to keeping the centre of gravity low and minimizing polar inertia for enhanced control.<br />The double wishbone suspension arrangement and long-travel dampers have been engineered to permit Dacia Duster to take the different terrains it promises to encounter during the Trophée Andros campaign in its stride.<br />The competition version of Dacia Duster is equipped with limited slip differentials which are indispensable for the extreme conditions. This feature, which is also seen on other Renault Sport Technologies-developed competition and road cars, ensures efficient traction performance irrespective of the amount of grip available, driving style or type of corner. The competition version of Dacia Duster also incorporates a four-wheel steering system for complete cornering line control. This mechanical system links the front and rear wheels, and can be rapidly adjusted to match the characteristics of each circuit.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Dacia Duster Competition Version" height="264" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/11/medium/6813983.jpg" width="400" /></center><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">DACIA DUSTER COMPETITION CAR - TECHNICAL DATA</span><br /><br />CHASSIS<br /><br /> * Tubular steel chassis<br /> * Double wishbone suspension<br /><br />ENGINE<br /><br /> * Renault-Nissan Alliance VQ 30<br /> * Position: mid-rear<br /> * Six cylinders (V6)<br /> * Number of valves: 24<br /> * Cubic capacity: 2,987cc<br /> * Bore x stroke: 93mm x 73.3mm<br /> * Maximum power: 257kW EEC (350hp) at 7,500rpm<br /> * Maximum torque: 360Nm EEC at 5,500rpm<br /><br />TRANSMISSION<br /><br /> * Six-speed SADEV sequential gearbox<br /><br />BRAKES<br /><br /> * Front: 260mm-diameter vented steel discs<br /> * Rear: 265mm-diameter steel discs<br /><br />WHEELS<br /><br /> * 5.5" x 16" (magnesium)<br /> * Tyres: Continental Racing Contact 3<br /><br />DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT<br /><br /> * Length: 4,001mm<br /> * Width: 1,900mm<br /> * Front/rear track: 1,690mm<br /> * Wheelbase: 2,500mm<br /> * Weight: 950kg<br /> * Fuel tank capacity: 25 litres<br /><a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109111723099/dacia-duster-ice-racer-gives-first-glimpse-of-production/lowphotos#2">More Photos</a><br /></span><p>

AN UNPRECEDENTED PARTICIPATION FOR DACIA IN THE TROPHEE ANDROS

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Barcelona Motor Show: Dacia Sandero Stepway Unveiled

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The four-metre long Dacia Sandero Stepway is the European version of the Renault Sandero Stepway which has sold 2,700 units in Brazil and Argentina since its launch in November 2008.<span class="fullpost"><br /><a href="http://www.thaiautomaxx.com/2009/05/sandero-stepway-unveiled-at-barcelona.html">Read More</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu03pDwDgALgEdzTZnzaZ0dVPSJNSs59i_YfJnG9nE4Fr4_l1zQR9uKnQGAf1LmEmfo0r9g0VZ4CjgdGXQiDBBnkaPFXj2euAMrdCQ5E7Dj5CfycQm865evlkowQdvQW3LL_pdnhJiRste/s1600-h/Copy+of+2009_DACIA-Sandreo-Stepway_08.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333116617010025026" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu03pDwDgALgEdzTZnzaZ0dVPSJNSs59i_YfJnG9nE4Fr4_l1zQR9uKnQGAf1LmEmfo0r9g0VZ4CjgdGXQiDBBnkaPFXj2euAMrdCQ5E7Dj5CfycQm865evlkowQdvQW3LL_pdnhJiRste/s320/Copy+of+2009_DACIA-Sandreo-Stepway_08.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; 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width: 130px; height: 90px;" /></a></center><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Other article:<br /></span><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2009/03/exclusive-dacia-suv-will-be-qashqai-to.html">Rumour: Dacia SUV to Resemble Nissan Qashqai</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/10/sao-paulo-auto-show-renault-unveils.html">Sao Paulo Auto Show： Renault Unveils Sand'up Concept Unveils</a><br /><br /><br /></span>

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OFFICIAL: Here's the version number of Dacia Duster!

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-bj7f9W7ME5UATBFtKUdVbPnzcuuRa-nR1lbLxSv-j75WD4omRqITJAsZZ2S3ZeaRckU5PEWg50HXPFylkMOZJ9jGPrJXNh-_9NXkhWBynZLYTM58vB1l1-UI7w1sHT9m9wL-vHcSr6k/s1600-h/137992l-576x432-h-1888dfa1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319899100507986082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-bj7f9W7ME5UATBFtKUdVbPnzcuuRa-nR1lbLxSv-j75WD4omRqITJAsZZ2S3ZeaRckU5PEWg50HXPFylkMOZJ9jGPrJXNh-_9NXkhWBynZLYTM58vB1l1-UI7w1sHT9m9wL-vHcSr6k/s400/137992l-576x432-h-1888dfa1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />Dacia has presented the first images and technical details of the first SUV in the series history: Duster. The model will be presented at the Auto Salon in Geneva in 2010.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />Automarket presents the first official details of its new SUV, inspired by the concept Duster. It keeps the name and Duster will be presented at the Auto Salon in Geneva. The new model, look first to the land of the Dacia range, will be released in the summer of 2010.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaZ6Okv7rIXAsfPFLtTAkt92VJn83qk5Gfg24QJPfIpiAGg_m1JcFjQzlS3zO1kWQld1oxSboJRQ8OyfasCFhaycEUgqS54zuznZ87ZTTiXBgkgELxosVMGGspN8ZHK8rer5eYWLLZw4s/s1600-h/307511l-576x432-h-7258580f.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319899009003160450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaZ6Okv7rIXAsfPFLtTAkt92VJn83qk5Gfg24QJPfIpiAGg_m1JcFjQzlS3zO1kWQld1oxSboJRQ8OyfasCFhaycEUgqS54zuznZ87ZTTiXBgkgELxosVMGGspN8ZHK8rer5eYWLLZw4s/s400/307511l-576x432-h-7258580f.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />DESIGN<br /><br />In terms of design, the Duster has taken many elements of the concept with the same name, introduced a month ago in Geneva. These can include the shape of the front, grid, line windows and front wings. Stylistic differences begin to emerge when the notice shields located at the bottom of the bars and protection thresholds and safety margins of the wings or plastic mirrors and door handles, taken directly from the Logan range.<br /><br />Home dierenta against the concept in Geneva but will be represented by the number of car doors. If the prototype with the same name had a futuristic sense, antagonistic with doors on one side and a large door on the other hand, the SUV will be launched Duster, normal version with five doors classics. The present design both in profile and in the posterior of this model were kept, in an attempt to keep alive the spirit of the concept that delighted the audience. However, some lines and some items were simplified to make the new Duster practical and economical.<br /><br />ENGINE<br /><br />Built on the platform of Nissan X-Trail, Dacia Duster is equipped with a propeller 1.5 dCi which delivers 106 HP at 4000 rpm and an engine torque of 240 Nm at 2000 rpm. Propulsorul will comply with Euro 5, the issuing only 137 grams CO2/km. Unit 1.5-liter dCi is coupled to a manual transmission with six gears, and the Dacia introduce automatic transmission and a five-tier, if demand on foreign markets will dictate this.<br /><br />Propulsorul is placed transversely, and traction is made on front deck. Integral traction equipment will be optional, and the traction control will send 100% of the available engine torque motors which are able adherence via electronic differential lock. Rims will be the size of 16 inches, and used tires will be 215/50 R16.<br /><br />Despite the mass of 1791 kilograms, Duster will accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 12.1 seconds. Speed that can reach 1.5 dCi Duster is 178 km / h in the version equipped with manual transmission and 173 km / h in the version equipped with automatic transmission. The average of this model is 5.4 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers reading mixed cycle.<br /><br />The model benefits from a fitru particles with periodic regeneration, which does not require a functional additives. Propulsorul 1.5 dCi Duster's own piezo injectors, an injector common rail operating at 1600 bar and a variable turbine geometry. Dacia Duster constructed after vast experience of the Renault-Nissan alliance in 4x4. Certain elements of the running train will be taken from models like the Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail.<br /><br />Range of motor Dacia Duster will include propulsoarele MPI of 1.6 liters for Logan. Thus, Duster will have both a version of CP 90, and one of 105 HP. The two propellant gas will be available with a manual transmission with six gears. Equipped with 90 HP propulsorul, Duster will accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 13.8 seconds, while with 105 HP propulsorul time will be reduced to 11.9 seconds.<br /><br />Maximum speed of Duster propeller equipped with a MPI of 90 HP would be 169 km / h, while the model equipped with a 105 HP engine can reach 175 km / h. Average fuel economy of Duster 1.6 MPI 90 CP 10 liters per 100 kilometers traveled the mixed MPI 16V version 1.6 will consume with 0.5 liters less per 100 km. CO2 emissions recorded by the two propeller will be less than 180 grams / km.<br /><br />DIMENSIONS<br /><br />The Dacia SUV will be the item or in any conditions and will be able to cope with whatever land you will traverses. Wheelbase 2630 mm for the model makes the Duster to his room for passengers and also a capable off-road routes difficulty reduced. Practical elements of this model have not been forgotten by the designers Dacia Duster tank with 60 liters and a trunk with a volume of 400 liters.<br /><br />Unlike Duster concept, the production version will host five passengers. Dacia Although not formally announced in the price of this model, our sources say that the first Dacia SUV could have a starting price of around 11,500 euros. This price is valid for the version of the Duster, which will be equipped with a manual transmission with six gears and traction girl.<br />Source: <a href="http://www.automarket.ro/stiri/oficial-iata-versiunea-de-serie-a-lui-dacia-duster-19699.html">automarket</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other article:</span><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2009/03/exclusive-dacia-suv-will-be-qashqai-to.html">Rumour: Dacia SUV to Resemble Nissan Qashqai</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/03/sanderos-advertising-video-shows-car.html">Sandero's Advertising Video Shows Car Maker’s Dream</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/dacia-confirms-production-of-new-suv.html">Dacia Confirms the Production of a New SUV</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/renault-lineup-for-geneva-including-new.html">Renault lineup for Geneva - including new concept and Laguna GT</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/dacia-logan-rendering-spy-photos.html">Dacia Logan Rendering & Spy Photos</a></span>

OFFICIAL: Here's the version number of Dacia Duster!

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Rumour: Dacia SUV to Resemble Nissan Qashqai

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTYB8LYJpk1x5sbTP9C6qJBKAzgQ5e1rmjseb4yyaAehMyvwBtqdm8JMLqBfnDBGhTl46whx7klFdnWcpwJ8-iQkGLVdKTQ-mZ_eOWsD9i6N8DoSlSPjP7jrPPhzRw8YcRoOOHbMg4gJ4/s1600-h/exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster_1238415251.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319166565537020706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTYB8LYJpk1x5sbTP9C6qJBKAzgQ5e1rmjseb4yyaAehMyvwBtqdm8JMLqBfnDBGhTl46whx7klFdnWcpwJ8-iQkGLVdKTQ-mZ_eOWsD9i6N8DoSlSPjP7jrPPhzRw8YcRoOOHbMg4gJ4/s400/exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster_1238415251.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 200px;" /></a><br />After we have announced, exclusively, that Dacia has already started production of parts and components for future SUV model, ready for release this toamana, Masini.ro information returns with the first.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />Sources within the company Dacia we have said that the first SUV model in the history of the company will borrow a number of elements on the Nissan Qashqai. So, the new compact SUV Dacia will draw on the Qashqai and will stylistic elements and dimensions of the Nissan model.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9p0Xj_0Fj_EJ00P6cu-RAY-N1osmVrGoyIK-LwHMV0Y_zlSkAB7j9gaVk69abpnzobMpvYP-duWW-M4fYoXu7sGZ5pUeSPOheiz2flOB9iVyt6WlsudVRuMKwY9y5ZkDwN1Ti6zyd4yU/s1600-h/exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster_1238415254.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319166508663236642" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9p0Xj_0Fj_EJ00P6cu-RAY-N1osmVrGoyIK-LwHMV0Y_zlSkAB7j9gaVk69abpnzobMpvYP-duWW-M4fYoXu7sGZ5pUeSPOheiz2flOB9iVyt6WlsudVRuMKwY9y5ZkDwN1Ti6zyd4yU/s400/exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster_1238415254.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br />In addition, the model also Qashqai Dacia SUV will be available in a version with 7 seats. This is not just a producer for the first novel, the MCV is available in a version with 7 seats.<br /><br />According to our sources, who wished to remain anonymous, Dacia will prepare a big surprise to design new SUV. These design concept Duster, which will find place in the style of the new Dacia model.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiMa9JGtn_zRcfjLBos8JgV5WK4L1NKU2yg2VbvVHmaAehsGthE5baSkgP0hlKT5tvhzwRlq0DeAONjjdfsUPFxCXW8VY11sPTGwKwpnHjbrjDoiq6ByFHGfeYZ8Nkmps9eBzHNq-uzQo/s1600-h/exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster_1238415253.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319166345515447522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiMa9JGtn_zRcfjLBos8JgV5WK4L1NKU2yg2VbvVHmaAehsGthE5baSkgP0hlKT5tvhzwRlq0DeAONjjdfsUPFxCXW8VY11sPTGwKwpnHjbrjDoiq6ByFHGfeYZ8Nkmps9eBzHNq-uzQo/s400/exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster_1238415253.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br />Last week, several publications have provided a Romanian series of spy images that had the new Dacia SUV crash test in Sweden. Photos was easy to notice that Dacia test chassis future model, in case the vehicle found a simple test is Logan. Consequently, the future is worth mentioned that model SUV will not use the Logan platform.<br /><br />Furthermore, our sources have revealed to us that the new Dacia SUV will not have any connection with Sandero Stepway.<br />Source: <a href="http://masini.ro/stiri-auto-exclusiv-dacia-suv-va-fi-un-qashqai-cu-look-de-duster-6227.htm">masini.ro</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other article:<br /></span><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/03/sanderos-advertising-video-shows-car.html">Sandero's Advertising Video Shows Car Maker’s Dream</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/dacia-confirms-production-of-new-suv.html">Dacia Confirms the Production of a New SUV</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/renault-lineup-for-geneva-including-new.html">Renault lineup for Geneva - including new concept and Laguna GT</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/dacia-logan-rendering-spy-photos.html">Dacia Logan Rendering & Spy Photos</a></span>

Rumour: Dacia SUV to Resemble Nissan Qashqai

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