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Australia will have Photoluminescent road linemarks

Australia is the first country in the world to have Photoluminescent (Glow in the dark) linemarking. It is part of a project that should help drivers in conditions of reduced visibility. The project will cost Australian citizens around AUD 245 million.

The Australian Government is trying to use Photoluminescent paint to enable drivers easier traffic but also faster reaction in certain conditions which may appear on the road. The project envisages the application of paint on some roads in the state of Victoria, and the work will be done by Tarmac Linemarking in cooperation with OmniGrip and Vic Roads. The first photos were posted on the Facebook profile of Tarmac Linemarking where you can see what the road with Photoluminescent linemarking looks like.

The Australian government’s decision has its opponents. Some of them think that maintenance will be too expensive, and they cite the need for frequent color renewal as the reason. Others believe that the paint contains hazardous materials and has a detrimental effect on the environment. There are also those who state as reasons that some drivers will want to turn off the lights.

Either way, this decision needs to be checked first, and time will tell if it was the right one.

Source: Tarmac Linemarking via Facebook

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How to destroy a clutch

Almost every new car is equipped with an automatic transmission, but still manual transmissions will not become a thing of the past. They just give a special feel so the drivers adore them. However, those who know how to change gears properly and not destroy the clutch are rare.

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If you’ve ever wondered how to blow a clutch, well recently a video appeared on TikTok showing a red Porsche 911 GT3 whose driver is struggling with changing gears. The sound that can be heard will hurt the hearts of Porsche enthusiasts. The clutch is heard to go through difficult moments as the driver struggles with the transmission and pushes the torque into red. The author of the video assumes that the driver is the owner and that he was under the influence of alcohol after leaving the restaurant.

The Porsche 911 GT3 is powered by a 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six engine with an impressive 510hp (375 kW) and 347 lb-ft (470Nm) of torque at 9,000 rpm. It reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 197 mph (318 kph). Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via manual six-speed transmission. It is equipped with carbon ceramic brakes, and 20-inch wheels on the front and 21-inch wheels on the rear with Michelin PS Cup 2 tires.

Source: Brennandietzz via TikTok

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KIA business results in April 2022

The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) released data on the business results of the South Korean company KIA in April, reaching a market share of 5.7 percent. The results include the EU, EFTA and UK markets.

Published results show that KIA achieved the same record result as at the beginning of the year, and is currently in fifth place when it comes to sales. In April, for the first time, 47,725 Kia vehicles were registered, which is 12.5% ​​more than in the same period last year. This is primarily the result of an overall reduction in the vehicle market (20.2%).

“Last month, the European car market saw a drop in sales, while Kia’s sales grew both in terms of volume and market share. The latest data show that Kia is the fastest growing brand in the EU this year. Today’s customers have a really wide choice, but Kia owners recognize the role of our exceptional offer in enabling a more sustainable future. In April, more than a third of our total sales were electrified models. As our electrified offer expands, and we continue to expand our offer in the area of ​​sharing mobility, Kia will truly create an ‘inspiring movement,’ “said Kia Europe President Jason Jeong.

When it comes to models, the highest demand was for the Sportage (8,368 vehicles sold), the Ceed (7,995 vehicles – including the Ceed, XCeed, Ceed Sportswagon and ProCeed) and the electric Niro (6,735 vehicles). The plan is to offer 14 electric cars by 2027, and to become a fully electric brand by 2035.

Source: KIA