What does bhp mean ?

Brake horsepower(bhp) is measured by taking a drum filled with a fluid and attaching that to an engine. The power required to turn the drum is the brake horsepower - as the drum is ‘braked’ by the fluid. Apparently they can do it via an electronic system now.The maximum horsepower of an engine is determined by achieving a braking horsepower equal to the output of the engine.The unit, horsepower, was originated by James Watt (1736-1819), the...

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The New DELHI Auto Expo 2008

The New Delhi Auto Expo was the biggest Auto Expo India has ever seen, conducted from Jan 10 to Jan 17 . The indian market has been on a steady upswing for some time now, and with the future looking even more promising. This auto show consists all, from the high-tech hybrids to Superb Sports Cars to Ultra low cost cars.It serves as a platform to showcase Indian automobile and auto-component industry. Being organized for the past 18...

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Chevrolet Cruze to replace Optra in India by 2010!

General Motors is now ready with the all-new Chevrolet Cruze, a mid-size sedan that is likely to replace the Chevrolet Optra or the Optra Magnum in the ASEAN market by mid-2010. The Cruze will make its official debut at the Paris Motor Show in October this year.The Chevy Cruze is a very significant car for GM and will be sold in markets across the world. Although it will go on sale in March 2009 across Europe first. The engine options are going to...

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2008 North American International Auto Show

The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu received NAIAS Car of the Year award.The North American International Auto Show (previously called the Detroit Auto Show and often abbreviated NAIAS) is an annual automobile show that occurs every year in Detroit, Michigan.The first auto show occurred in Detroit in 1907. It was renamed the North American International Auto Show in 1989. Since 1961, it has been held at Cobo Center where it occupies 1 million square feet (93,000...

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2008 BMW Z4

A few years back, BMW offered a funky coupe version of its M convertible, with both models being based on the popular Z3. The BMW Z4 replaces the Z3 model back in 2002, offering a stiff chassis, powerful engine lineup and great looks.Styling is sharp, with panels positioned to randomly intersect the Z4's various edges and planes. The Z3's side-vents are gone, replaced with round turn-signal indicators bisected by a propeller like slash on each side....

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Toyota Altis to be launched in Sep 2008

Finally your wait for the new corolla will be soon over. Toyota has been delaying the new generation Corolla in India for sometime. The 10th generation Corolla made its international debut in October 2006. However the story will be soon over, Toyota will launch the car in September (2008).The Toyota Corolla is a legendary car. Since the introduction of the first car sporting the Corolla name in 1966, over 30 million units have been sold. Everybody...

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Bentley Azure 2008

The azure name is most notable for being convertible versions of already present Bentley sedans. Bentley convertibles have always been top-shelf items built to satisfy the self-indulgent demands of the well-to-do. The 2008 Azure is a 2-door, 5-passenger luxury convertible, available in one trim only, the Convertible.Upon introduction, the Azure is equipped with a standard 6.75-liter, V8, 450-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 9-mpg in the city...

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Aston Martin DB9 (2008 Model)

Tunning styling, sumptuous appointments, and a brawny V12 engine make the Aston Martin DB9 one of the most desirable cars in the world. The 2008 Aston Martin DB9 V12 luxury sports car is available in either of two packages:- - Base Coupe (MSRP $162,050 - 166,750), - Volante Convertible (MSRP $175,550 - $180,250) version.They compete with the Bentley Continental GTC and Ferrari F430. Both versions...

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