Knight Rider was a primetime hit during the ?80s not just because of David Hasselhoff who played the lead role of Michael Knight but more of the car KITT - an acronym for Knight Industries Two Thousand - a name given to the fictional computer that controls the high-tech Knight 2000 which is a black Pontiac Trans Am T-top automobile. The KITT was equipped with only high quality Pontiac parts which makes this KITT the car that we will always admire. The voice used for KITT was provided by St. Elsewhere and 1776 star William Daniels who doesn't want to be credited for his work.
KITT has been recently spotted at the Tokyo Auto Salon and not just one KITT but two KITTS which is really exciting especially for the avid fans of Knight Rider.
Aside from always saving Michael Knight's life, KITT also boasts of many features most of which are activated with just a simple push of a button panels mounted on either side of the steering wheel or on a console mounted on the ceiling of the interior. Many of the button functions were change from episode to episode. Some were used once and never again seen on succeeding episodes.
KITT's features include the following:
?Computer AI
?Alpha Circuit
?Molecular Bonded Shell
?Pyroclastic Lamination
?Power System
?Turbo boost
?Voice synthesizer
?Anamorphic equalizer
?Etymotic equalizer
?Olfactory Sensor
?Microscanners
?Cruise Modes
1.Normal
2.Auto Cruise
3.Pursuit
?Computer Override
?Manual Override
?Police Lights/Siren
?Silent Mode
?Grappling hook and winch
?Parachute
?Oil jets/smoke screen
?Flame thrower
?Tear gas launcher
?Untramagnesium charges
?High traction drop downs
?Traction spikes
?Telephone comlink
?Microwave jammer
?Surveillance mode
?Infrared tracking scope
?Laser powerpack
?Bomb sniffer
?Medical scanner
?Deflatable tires
?Fuel processor
?Self-tinting windows
?Voice stress analyzer
?Auto doors, sunroof, and trunk lid
?Rotating license plate
?Seat ejection system
?Passive laser restraint system
?Video display monitors
?Computer print out
?Ultraphonic chemical analyzer
?Fire extinguisher
?Interior oxygenator
?Two-wheel drive ski drive
?Third stage aquatic synthesizer
?Sub zero
?Sleep gas
?Vacuum
?Super-pursuit mode
?Emergency braking system
?Convertible roof
?Homing device
?Knight Industries Mobile Unit (The Semi)
Total production cost of KITT in 1982 was $11,400,000. The cost of the new equipments added has not been factored but basing from previous production cost it would probably cost more today.
2010 Tokyo Auto Salon
The 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has already come to an end but it should not a cause for concern for most car lovers and aficionados. You see, the year is just starting and the list of upcoming auto shows are slowly unveiling and it means a lot more chances for people to be with the newest vehicles in the market.
In line with this, there is going yet to be another auto show. However, this one is going to be held in the Chiba Prefecture in the Asian country of Japan. The name of the show? The 2007 Tokyo Auto Salon. The show opens on the 12th this January and ends on the 14th.
During the mentioned show, Asian auto manufacturer Honda would be also showing off some of its best vehicles. In fact, the company has announced that they would be putting on display four of its newest concept vehicles ? the Forza Smart 2-seater scooter, the Fit Daily Active, the Stream Exclusive, and the Stream Hyper Sport. These four were created and developed by the Honda Access Corporation, one of Honda's subsidiary manufacturers known much for creating the best Honda aftermarket products and ignition parts.
Honda's theme for this year's Tokyo Auto Salon exhibit is ?Be Cool, Be Chic.? According to the company, this new theme of theirs would be mainly directed at showing people just how to get around town with a touch of class. After all, the vehicles that the company would be showing off are some of the newest ideas created and developed underneath the company's roofs.
The Honda Fit Daily Active concept vehicle is a small vehicle and it has been developed with the thought of mobile and portable gadgets that has been making its rounds in society. This vehicle comes with cameras and sensors and is mainly targeted towards the young ones who are more inclined to online games and easy means of communication.
The sole and only scooter in the line up is the Honda Forza Smart 2-seater concept. This one bears 250cc and promises to give its user high quality comfort. As per the driving experience, Honda says that the driver of this scooter would find it pleasant to use and would be quite best for easy driving in the city.
As per the Honda Stream Hyper Sport concept, this one has been created to be a medium-sized minivan. When you do take a look at its interior, you would most certainly find tons of features to give you entertainment.
Last on Honda's concept vehicle list is the Honda Stream Exclusive concept which is also another minivan. As compared to the previous minivan, this one gives its users more features on luxury and comfort. Honda claims that this one may be one of those vehicles to join the ranks of uptown cruisers when it comes to luxury.
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