The 2012 Lexus Small Car Review and Pricing

The 2012 Lexus Small Car - First Look

First Look to The 2012 Lexus Small Car

Lexus has built its success with opulent, beautifully made, gadget-laden vehicles, not excitement machines. Even its sportiest models to date, the 1992-2000 SC sport coupes, were not the stuff of enthusiast dreams. But now the luxury marque aims to liven up its image in a major way with the 2012 Lexus LFA. Amazingly for a

brand with no prior experience in high-performance sports cars, this new V10-powered two-passenger looks to be a serious challenger to the Ferrari 599

GTB, Lamborghini Gallardo, and, perhaps most tellingly, the GT-R from arch rival Nissan. That’s just as well, as the LFA has been a long time coming, announced after nearly five years of public hemming-and-hawing, three concept teasers, and disappointing finishes in a major auto race two years running. In fact, this may be the longest new-model “introduction” in automotive history.

Toyota’s luxury division unveils its first high-performance sports car after five years of “will it or won’t it.” The LFA is Ferrari-fighter, image-builder, technical testbed, and executive pet project all in one. But only 500 will ever be built--at $375,000 a pop.

To give fabulous performance 2012 Lexus GS model is seemed to come with muscular pack. The mechanical assembly would comprise of 4.3ltr V-8 engine associated with VVT-i techno

logy. It’s cylinders would be paired with 32 valves and DOHC technology which im

proves the fuel efficiency of the vehicle by facilitating easy control of fuel through the engine. The

muscular mechanical assembly is powered to produce the momentum of 300 hp around 500 RPM and a torque of 325lb.ft at 3400 RPM. The vehicle will offer 6 speed automatic transmission with

paddle shifters which facilitates to shift over manual transmission. For facility convenience the gear box comes with sequential gear shift mechanism which adds to its better performance. This design offers an advantage of saving fuel by giving 18 miles per gallon on city streets and the mileage of 25 miles per gallon on highways. It is expected that 2012 Lexus GS would be introduced with hybrid mechanism which would roll around engine V6.

There’s even fewer details revealed in these shots, other than that the rear bum

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er has been cut and stretched, likely to make the shell fit over the new plat­form that’s expected to be shared between the IS & GS models.

Even with a new mule out and about, there’s very lit­tle rea­son to think the next-generation IS is right around the cor­ner — espe­cially with the revised edi­tion intro­duced this year. My own guess would be the next-generation IS debuts in 2012 as a 2013 model.

Honda Cross Cub Concept CC110 The Rise of The Legend

Honda will present the Honda Cross Cub Concept CC110 which is the latest generation of Honda Cub artificial ​​in 1958 which is the legend motorcycle of the Honda.

Honda Cub was first introduced in 1958 is equipped with a capacity engine of 49cc that can generate power to reach 4.5 hp. Honda Cub is a the legend in the motorcycle world.

Some time ago Honda introduced the concept motorcycles, namely Honda Cross Cub Concept CC110 is the latest generation of Honda Cub in Osaka Motor Show 2013. Overview look of Honda Cross Cub Concept CC110 reminds us of the Honda CT110 and ST70.

Honda Cross Cub Concept will be equipped with engine 110 cc that can generate power of 8 hp property Honda Super Cub. Honda Cross Cub Concept CC110 will also come with two variants, namely for the on-road and off-road. Cross Cub Concept CC110  is available in two color options, namely red and yellow. According plans Honda to begin marketing the latest generation Honda Cub is at summer in Japan this year.

20 Years Xedos The Short Trip To The Premium Segment

Ironically, the premium automobile class wanted the Japanese attack 20 years ago, but because class is sometimes better than just mass. After 10 years, however, was already closing for the Xedos. A review of a worthwhile effort.

Mazda Xedos 6, 1997 onwards

From initially announced sales target of 1,000 a month, the Xedos 6 Mazda dealer with a monthly average of 250 cars were always far away. The reasons for the modest success was quickly found: It lacked the newcomers still on brand prestige of established competitors and the base prices were clearly in relation to the German manufacturers too high. Nevertheless, the Xedos 6 almost 30 percent of the cars produced were registered in Germany. Given the disastrous global sales but 2003 Mazda pulled the ripcord for Xedos project.

After just ten years, the Mazda Xedos luxury sedans series disappeared as surprising as they were introduced in 1992. Mazda wanted them to position themselves against the established German brands. The swing of sympathy carrier Mazda MX5 and the successful middle class Mazda 626 series should be used in order to establish itself in higher price ranges. Worlds most important market for the 4.56 meters long and the Xedos 6 Xedos 9 was significantly greater Germany.

Mazda then set benchmark in the midsize class. The Japanese had already proved this with the Model 626, which in 1983 became the first Japanese in comparison test suggested the Mercedes 190 and in the sales immediately the head of the whole import segment conquered.
More promising start

The first was the new luxury series in June 1992, the Xedos 6th He has already brought with almost everything was vital for prestige sedans in the turf war against the German top dogs. About a novel 2.0-liter V6 petrol engine as the precursor for todays downsized engines. Its 106 kW/144 hp worked so quietly that the press in test reports noted a smoothness in the upper class. Moreover, the six-cylinder engine has been praised as a model for fuel-efficient gasoline engine. What the luxury Mazda in dealing with 190/C-Class Mercedes, Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series but missing was a diesel engine.

Therefore, the Japanese laid in 1995 after having another milestone in engine design, this time in the second Xedos model, the larger Xedos 9th In the almost 4.83-meter flagship Mazda program debuted the worlds first 2.3-liter V6 Miller-cycle engine with Comprex pressure wave supercharger. Its engine design was known until then, especially in shipbuilding.

The functioning of the Miller-cycle

From the conventional four-stroke principle, the Miller cycle differed mainly by a subsequent closing of the intake valve. Characterized the compression ratio has been reduced, and the temperature is kept low in front of the ignition and during combustion. So could more air injected and higher performance can be achieved and the tendency to knock remained lower. Practical advantages of the named after the inventor Ralph Miller engine were lower NOx emissions and up to 15 percent better fuel economy than conventional engines of the same power.

In fact, the 155 kW/210 hp payable contented Xedos 9 Miller cycle V6 with 6.3 liters of fuel consumption rate at 90th Despite spontaneous response was missing, however, about the Mazda compared to the new 2.3-liter turbo engine with Saab or the recently announced 2.3-liter supercharged engine from Mercedes to strong torque at low engine speeds. Ultimately Mazdas courage to exceptional-ism therefore was not rewarded.
Sales goals not achieved

Mazda Xedos 9 from 2000.

Mazda Xedos 9

Mazda Xedos 6th

20 years ago stormed the Mazda Xedos models the midrange class.

The 2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro Review and Pricing

Power like a V6, fuel consumption like a four-cylinder TDI - after three generations of the Audi duo, the Audi Q5 hybrid quattro is the first hybrid model from Audi with two drive systems. Its gasoline engine, a 2.0 TFSI, and its electric motor have a system output 180 kW (245 hp) and 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft) for sporty dynamics - the mean consumption in the normal cycle (NEDC) is limited to less than 7.0 liters per 100 km (33.60 US mpg).The 2.0 TFSI and the electric motor of the Audi Q5 hybrid are mounted directly behind one another as a parallel hybrid system - a straight-line concept with impressive efficiency. Together they have a system output of 180 kW (245 hp) and a system torque of 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft). The new top model in the successful Q5 series sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 miles) in 7.1 seconds, while the interim sprint from 80 to 120 km/h (49.71 to 74.56 mph) is

accomplished in fifth gear in 5.9 seconds. The powerful propulsion ends at no less than 222 km/h (137.94 mph).

Under the bonnet is Audi’s turbocharged and direct-injected 2.0-litre TFSI unit, good for 208bhp and 258lb ft, the latter available from 1500 to 4200rpm. There’s no manual ‘box or dual-clutch transmission, but an eight-speed automatic, with a disk-shaped electric motor in place of the torque converter. The motor itself produces 33kW and 155lb ft, and also acts as a starter motor and a generator. The total output for the system is 241bhp and 354lb ft.

The result is 40.4mpg and sub-160g/km CO2, plus 0-62mph in 7.1 seconds, 138mph flat out. Not gobsmacked? Then remember that this is a car primarily designed for the diesel-despising USA. For comparisons sake, a non-hybrid 2.0 TFSI with an S-tronic transmission (what American will opt for a stick-shift SUV?) manages 7.2sec, 137mph, 32.8mpg and 19

9g/km. And the important figures match or best an auto-equipped 2.0 TDI’s 40.4mpg and 184g/km.

Just because the Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro starts with a four-cylinder engine doesnt mean its slow. In fact, 0-62 mph takes 7.1 seconds. The nearly 20-gallon fuel tank, Audi notes, means this Q5 has a diesel-like range, though probably not if you are traveling at the vehicles 138-mph top speed.

The 2.0-liter engine weve come to know and love in other Audis is altered for u

se in the Hybrid. The turbo has been retuned and the ECU helps make smooth transitions between operating modes. An eight-speed automatic transmission is part of the package, as is engine start-stop technology. By itself, the electric m

otor makes 45 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque. The lithium-ion battery system doesnt have a huge effect on the cargo capacity, Audi says.

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster Review and Concept

First Look to The 2012 Hyundai Veloster - Review, First Drive and Concept

Before the Genesis Coupe, there was the Tiburon. Hyundais former entry-level sport coupe didnt make a lasting impression here in the U.S., but the Korean automaker is ready to try again with its all-new 2012 Hyundai Veloster. Like the Tiburon was, the Veloster is front drive, compact and sportyish, but the new car features a few significant differences.

Weve kept a diligent eye on the Veloster since it first appeared at the 2007 Los Angeles show, back when it was just a wide-eyed concept from a then-marginal brand not yet known for turning out compelling vehicles. A little more than three years later, with the automaker enjoying white-hot brand visibility and record sales here in the U.S., Hyundai has decided the Velosters time is now.

Unlike the Tiburon, the Veloster doesnt fit the classic definition of a coupe, des

pite Hyundais marketing spin. Though it has a coupe-like outline, the Veloster is a hatchback.

In addition, theres a forward-hinged third door on the passenger sid

e of the vehicle with a recessed handle for a smooth, clean look.

Inside, the cabin boasts best-in-class interior room as well as metallic accents, a seven-inch touch-screen display (with integrated Pandora radio), Bluetooth connectivity,

and Blue Link telematics. If that isnt nice enough, options include aluminum pedals, a panoramic sunroof, a 450-watt Dimension audio system, and GPS navigation.

Under the hood, power comes from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 138 hp (103 kW / 140 PS) and 123 lb-ft (167 Nm) of torque. It is mated to a standard six-speed manual or an optional six-speed DSG. Performance specifications havent been released, but Hyundai expects the 2,584 lb (1,172

kg) Veloster will be able to return 40 mpg highway.

The Sleek Sporty 300cc Scooter From Aprilia In The Test

Aprilia Sportcity 300 Road Test

Precise and elegant I fädle me with my Honda Lead 100 by jamming hot plate sausage on Viennas Gürtel. At the end we are all together on the green start: 1.07 people per car and me. After my past sneaking may not open questions remain, and it is here opens up a gap between desire and reality. My old lead - in terms of performance at the level tuned 2-stroke mopeds - is a convenient city unit with no extras. In the time that accelerates a motorcycle at 200 I approach with the 50km / h mark. Decision: A new scooter must be found.
 

As compact, Lightweight And Strong
I want a small, powerful scooter - one that looks just like a scooter, with no footboard 1100s, no greasy 200 kilos rocking chair - and there is the 300-class something like the sound barrier. Just as the Vespa GTS 300, an eternal classic, beautiful, no question, maybe a little wide around the hips, not sure cheap to have. Or the Honda SH300i, slim, with 27PS somewhat stronger than the Vespa motor-top safe, something honest look, the same holds true for the Kymco People GTI 300th The Piaggio Beverly 350 plays, however as far as the horse in a different league, but he is a relatively thick Bröckerl. Then the next step is the same in Beverly 500, then Duke and Super Duke, or even an Pangiale, then a 6-cylinder Bosshoss or a trike with a turbocharged engine, where will it end?

Hence my choice falls on the 300th Aprilia Sportcity Identical to the Derbi Rambla 300, it has the familiar parent company Piaggio engine 278ccm me 22hp and 23Nm of torque. She seems slimmer and more compact than the Honda SH300 comes optically much younger and more dynamic around the corner and has a flat footboard (for backpack, shopping, etc.). If not for the 130 15-inch rear tires, they would pass as optically smooth 50s moped.

"... with the sinking sun rises through the shaded Triestingtal my pace ... "
"When Ginzinger in St. Pölten, you can pick up the tester, everything is prepared." So I go on a mission in the capital to head back to Wiener Neustadt to use for running. St. Pölten pushes me Walter Prohaska the key in your hand. I start the engine, the engine is pleasantly quiet, on the way to the first gas station all still feels a little rough - so I know it well from our mountain bikes. But already in the first meters is clear: the Aprilia is a wolf in sheeps clothing.

The autumn evenings are cold and my pace with the sinking sun rises through the shaded Triestingtal - and with increasing number of miles the shocks gradually begin to work on the way they should. Torture without the engine too much, the speedometer needle climbs quickly and easily over the 110km / h mark. The handling is no comparison to the old Honda Lead. Despite auffrisierter Moped look the Aprilia is significantly more mature than the small-wheeled counterparts.

Optics
The Street Sport City 300 is a special version of the 300 Cube. The biggest difference is the markedly sporty sticker, two-tone seats and a minimalist tischeres cockpit with analog speedometer and a large multi-function display. The front headlight is split in two with separate lights for high and low beam. Double tail lights and turn signals do their work behind white glass. The compartment under the seat extends, open face and small purchases - the front of the driver compartment for wallet, sunglasses and a few paper clips.





Specifications

• Engine : Liquid-cooled, 1-cylinder 4-stroke engine with electronic fuel injection
• Displacement : 278.3 cc
• Power : 16.5 kW (22.5 hp)
• Seat height : 775 mm
• Continuously variable automatic transmission
• Front brake : 2 discs, 260 mm
• Rear disc brake : Ø 220 mm
• Tires Front : 120/70-15 ", Rear: 130/80-15"

Conclusion
In the city, the Sports City is a weapon. A twist of the throttle and the machine spurts relaxed and in a matter of seconds from 0 to 50 - everything you any more questions. Even at the end of the local Sports City draws with decent forward thrust. The curvaceous lines around the 1000hp headquarters I can not help but the odd grin. The Sports City thanks to dual disc front brakes really bite, directs a beautiful, precise moves around through tight turns at the apex with a twist of the throttle nice to come out of the turn. Would not sit upright, Id almost forgotten to sit on a scooter. Only in fast, long corners and on bad asphalt gives the relatively hard suspension, especially the forks do not always produce the desired feedback.

Apart from the Sports City to me is a great all-round motorcycle. Perfect and comfortable in the city and strong enough to once every few months to have fun on winding country roads.

Suzuki Manufacturer Withdraws From The US Market

Suzukis future is no longer active on the U.S. market. High losses, the company brought on this decision. (Suzuki)

Suzuki ended his involvement in the U.S.. The manufacturer also provides for its U.S. division of a bankruptcy petition. One reason for the retreat are current liabilities of EUR 240 million.

The Japanese small car specialist Suzuki withdraws from the U.S. car market. At the same time, the company announced on Tuesday in Tokyo, set for its U.S. division filed for bankruptcy. The future would focus on the sales of motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and outboard marine engines, said the American Suzuki Motor Corp.. To 30 September in the U.S. financial liabilities totaling 346 million U.S. dollars are accumulated (240 million euros).

"After a thorough review of our current situation and future opportunities in the U.S. automotive market, we have made ​​the difficult but necessary decision back burner, and the sale of new vehicles in the continental U.S. (excluding Hawaii and Alaska) set", it said in a statement the carmaker .

KTM DUKE 390 2013 THE FIERCE

Competitive world of motor sport engine capacity between 250cc and 600cc will be more crowded with the presence of the KTM Duke 390. KTM  has been successfully present Duke 125 and Duke 200, now turn KTM Duke 390 show off.

Seen from the model and view the KTM Duke 390 is not much different from the smaller-engined sibling. With a stylish sport touring streetfigter and has a pipe frame styles Ducati Monster and use large tires makes Duke 390 seem more sporty.

KTM Duke 390 is equipped with a engine 375 cc. With the larger engine Duke still count on one cylinder that produces power 44 hp@9.500 rpm and torque 35.2 Nm@7.250 rpm. Duke 390 has a weight of just 147.8 kg and under the gas tank fully about 10.5 liters. This motor will have a standard feature such as the brake system anti-lock braking system (ABS), Brembo calipers and 43 mm front forks from WP.

Audi A3 Sedan Coming to India at the End of 2013

Audi A3 sedan is one of the most awaited models from Audi.Audi A3 sedan will be the cheapest Audi you can get in India.Audi India is much more aggressive in Launches compared to BMW or Mercedes.When we look at the numbers we can also see that that aggressive formula worked for Audi.Audi A3 sedan is based on Audi A3 hatch back.Which will not come to India.Audi A3 sedan is based on MQV platform from Volkswagen.So we can expect a cross over or even a coupe.Because the Platform is so much flexible.

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Design Language of A3 sedan will be similar to other Audi models.With signature LEDs in the Head Lamps.Length of Audi A3 sedan will be less than A4.But inside their will be good space for the rear and front passengers.Like the other Audi models we can expect MMI system and other cool gadgets.Audi A3 sedan has option of both diesel and petrol engines.Engines will be shared between A3 hatch back.Audi A3 sedan biggest competitor will be Mercedes CLA Which will makes its debut soon.Audi A3 sedan will arrival early.We can expect the Indian launch to be at the end of 2013.

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First Look At The New Subaru Forester Fourth Generation Of SUVs Coming In Spring 2013

At least 3,300 pieces in 2011, Subaru has sold the Forester to German customers. Now, the new generation is waiting in the wings. On 13 November 2012 world premiere in Japan, the car comes with us in March 2013 on the market.

Completely different headlights, grill and other more: The look of the new Subaru Forester 2.0XT

Three inches longer
Safety, reliability and driving pleasure Subaru promises of the new version. Compared to the current, the car shall Forester moderately in dimensions. The length increases by three centimeters to 4.60 meters, the width increases by one centimeter and the height by two. The seating position of the driver and passenger creates a slight elevation more tourism, and the interior will benefit from the increased dimensions. Thus wants Subaru reinforced appeal to young families.

Future also with turbo petrol
The new Forester has known the permanent all-wheel drive. Now three different 2.0-liter boxer engines are offered. Besides the familiar units, a 150-horsepower gasoline engine with multipoint fuel injection and a 147-hp diesel, now comes a twin turbo direct-injection unit. The new two-liter petrol engine in the 2.0XT comes with 240 hp and 350 Nm. Subaru version of this engine has developed its own exterior styling. Among the new features include windshield wipers and automatic headlight, a knee airbag, a start-stop system and a new continuously variable automatic transmission called Lineartronic.

The current Forester still has primarily an entirely different front

The length was 4.56 meters so far and is now growing to 4.60 meters

WRC Hirvonen Leads In The Last Sardine Day Podiums Seem Related

Mikko Hirvonen is after Saturday in Sardinia nearly 1.5 minutes before the Ford duo Evgeny Novikov and Ott Tanak. The podium seems decided.

Mikko Hirvonen extending its lead from increasingly

The penultimate day of the Sardinia Rally is over and Mikko Hirvonen was able to extend his lead over the chasing Evgeny Novikov and Ott Tanak continues. The Citroen driver is with a total time of 3:10:51,7 hours now comfortable with 1:28,2 minutes on top. Finns separated from his first victory with the French team, only the examination Gallura, which is run through with their 8.24 kilometers on Sunday twice.

"It was a long day and I had to be really careful," concluded Hirvonen together on Saturday. Everything went well and now he had the time on Sunday to make a wide berth to all rocks. "Its not over yet, but it looks good and we have to do tomorrow really no pressure." Accordingly, he will no longer be on the final power stage everything. "I need those points are not, so Ill just try to reach the end of the rally," said Hirvonen.

Evgeny Novikov is in Sardinia before his second podium finish in the WRC, and it also wants to tackle loose. "Before the rally, I already knew that it is a very difficult event and you do not have to do the whole time pressure," said the Russian. His teammate Tanak experienced a difficult day because his car felt like a hot rod of the group N. "I felt every stone," said the Estonian, who wants to hold at all costs his first podium.
Östberg feels fighting spirit

The battle between Chris Atkinson and Mads Ostberg to fourth place before the final day also seems settled. The Ford driver got away on the afternoon with two personal bests and a place in the top-3 continues from Atkinson and is now 46.1 seconds in front. "Its a good result, so Im happy to be back in fourth place to be," enthused Östberg, but the squints slightly on the podium. "A small part of me wants to continue to apply pressure, but we need these points for the championship." To the last podium place, and thus his fellow Ott Tanak yet to begin, but he would have to make up for one and a half minutes.

Between the two duelists Östberg and Atkinson could even go again Sebastien Ogier, which was due to problems at the Australian Mini. On the seventh and eighth without changes are the second VW driver Andreas Mikkelsen and Ford man Martin Prokop.

In the rear of the field to Jari-Matti Latvala and Petter Solberg work slowly up again. While the latter on Saturday morning back in the top-10 started and is currently in ninth place, Latvala is ranked at the 15th Rank one. Ford driver Karl Kruuda that closes it behind Solberg, the top-10, was not surprised that the pilot plant it cashed. "It was logical that he would be pushed in front of me," said Kruuda clarified.
Result after the second leg:

1. Mikko Hirvonen, Citroen 3:10:51.7
2. Evgeny Novikov, M-Sport Ford +1:28,2
3. Ott Tanak, M-Sport Ford +2:20,6
4. Mads Ostberg, Ford +3:48,3
5. Sebastien Ogier, Skoda Fabia +4:30,5
6. Chris Atkinson, mini +4:34,4
7. Andreas Mikkelsen Skoda Fabia +6:06,2
8. Martin Prokop, Czech Ford +9:18,9
9. Petter Solberg, Ford +10:15,0
10. Karl Kruuda, Ford +10:56,6

Formula 1 Vettel McLaren Is Not Over The Hill

Sebastian Vettel is the strength of McLaren in Abu Dhabi recognizes the chrome arrows looks but not out of reach. It simply is not.

Sebastian Vettel McLaren Intent

Since Friday is clear: In Abu Dhabi, all comes down to a duel between McLaren and Red Bull. On Friday, Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel shared the best times in training. Particularly impressed by Vettel the long run-Pace of Britons who have left in the workout, in fact, a strong impression. That McLaren is extremely fast even on the soft tires, Hamilton showed in qualifying with the pole position and three-tenths ahead of Mark Webber. Yet he had the day before still complained about problems getting the soft tires to work properly ans.

Since Friday is clear: In Abu Dhabi, all comes down to a duel between McLaren and Red Bull. On Friday, Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel shared the best times in training. Particularly impressed by Vettel the long run-Pace of Britons who have left in the workout, in fact, a strong impression. That McLaren is extremely fast even on the soft tires, Hamilton showed in qualifying with the pole position and three-tenths ahead of Mark Webber. Yet he had the day before still complained about problems getting the soft tires to work properly ans.

At least at the Yas Marina Circuit McLaren plays the first violin, is catching up with Red Bull announced. "McLaren has one of the strongest cars in the field, and Abu Dhabi is against them maybe a little better," said Vettel. "You are here, but not over the hill, but within reach." In the last race Hamilton and team-mate Jenson Button stumbled occasionally, but in time for the final sprint in the F1 seems to have found the team back to its former strength. Possibly in the form of improvement is, however, also be attributed to a large extent of the track, as have changed, according to the cars Hamilton nothing serious.

"McLaren was also fast in the last race, but perhaps they have not brought it here and there, quite to the point," said Vettel. "That has obviously not bothered." Vettels main role is in the final three Grands Prix of the year to keep Alonso behind him and thus to bag the third consecutive title. But Red Bull depends on looking ahead and Vettel has the fifth consecutive victory in his sights. "Id be happy if we would go a bit further forward to the finish", hoping the Heppenheim. "The goal is to attack McLaren. This will be difficult because they are very strong."

To attack pole-sitter Hamilton can, however, Vettel must happen once team-mate Webber. At the end was missing about one tenth of a second to second place and thus the front row. Maybe it would have worked with P2, but Vettel afforded during his last run a small mistake and left some time. "My last lap was not perfect, that annoys me the most," said the 25-year-old. "Id better go, then it would have been enough for second place." On the last flying lap he had been in the traffic between Felipe Massa and Button, but Vettel was award the two not guilty or the like.

Whether Vettel kept his third place at all is allowed, but in the balance. Vettel had to park his car shortly after the end of the track side. The stewards investigating the incident at present.

Mercedes Benz Launched The New E Class

The new Mercedes E-Class with a redesigned front - with optional sports car cooler and central star. The headlights now cover all the functional elements with a single headlight glass. (Photo: Daimler)

With new engines, new assistance systems and a new language of Mercedes-Benz has upgraded the E-Class comprehensive. Both the sedan and the wagon already celebrating eleven new or optimized support systems from the future S-Class World Premiere.

These include systems that can prevent accidents for the first time with crossing vehicles and pedestrians and an active Lane Keeping Assist, which can also avoid accidents with oncoming traffic, and a glare-free high beam duration.

Objective in revising also recent technological advances that could be done at an early stage available for practice. Why does the E-Class anticipated developments for the future S-Class. Step forward the E-Class is also in efficiency and ecology. Ensure BlueDIRECT new four-cylinder petrol engines with direct injection.

The E-Class gets a new face and new shows proportions. Completely redesigned the front with new headlights, which cover all the functional elements with a single headlight glass. Flowing light elements within the headlights ensure that the E-Class remains signature four graphically obtained. As standard, both the low beams and the driving lights in LED technology are executed. Also available full LED headlights are available.

For the first time the E-Class with two different faces is to have: The basic design and equipment line Elegance available in the standard version of the classic, three-dimensional Sedan Grill in Three-blade design with star on the hood. The Avantgarde wearing the other hand sports car cooler with a central star and thus provides an independent, athletic fitting face.

Inside newly among others. The dreitubige instrument cluster, the trapezoidal framed display, the design of the air vents, an analog clock between the two central air vents, the center console has no manual override and a new multifunction steering wheel with Direct Select shift lever and shift paddles (in conjunction with automatic transmission)

Assistance systems fed

Another first is the introduction of stereo multi-purpose camera behind the windscreen in the area of ​​the interior mirror. Her two "Camera Eye" enable stereoscopic vision with a range of 500 meters. At the same time, Mercedes-Benz has improved versions of the multi-stage radar sensor. As standard, both sedan and station wagon with the Collision Prevention Assist are fitted, a radar-based collision warning system with adaptive Brake Assist. It reduces the danger of a collision. The standard package include the Attention Assist, which warns now in an extended speed range before fatigue and inattention.

To see the options list: The Distronic Plus with steering Wizard can assist the driver in the tracking and controlled semi-autonomous driving Traffic Jam. The Brake Assist Plus with intersection assistant should be able to recognize for the first time also cross traffic and pedestrians and increase the braking of the driver. The Pre-Safe brake is to detect pedestrians and avoid up to a speed of 50 km / h, the collision. Safe Pre Plus can detect an imminent rear-end collision. The driver of the car is warned by activating the rear hazard lights. Then the system triggers measures for the reduction of the occupant load in rear impacts and can also securely brake the vehicle in a rear-end collision, so as to avoid secondary accidents.

In pre safe pulse moves the seat, the front passenger at an early crash phase, contrary to the direction of impact. As a result, the risk of injury and the severity of injury can be reduced in frontal crashes. Active Lane Keeping Assist can now detect occupied neighboring tracks, including oncoming traffic. At risk of collision, the system can also prevent from broken lines unintentional lane departure by unilateral braking. It complements the Active Blind Spot Assist. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus allows glare-free high beam length by hiding other vehicles in the beam cone.

Fuel-efficient engines

All engines for the E-Class sedan and station wagon are fitted with eco start-stop system. New is that the BlueDIRECT SI engine family with a four-cylinder gasoline engine with spray-guided direct injection. To its technology package include fast switching piezo injectors for multiple injection, rapid multi-spark ignition, fully variable camshaft adjustment for intake and exhaust, and a regulated oil pump. The E-Class achieves combines a consumption value of 5.8 liters per hundred kilometers (equivalent to 135 g / km CO2) efficiency class A. In addition, meet the new BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines from 2015, the current EU 6 standard.

Some diesel models of the E-Class are equipped as BlueTec models with SCR technology (Selective Catalytic Reduction) and thus fulfill the EU 6 emission standard after. The engine range complements the E 300 BlueTec Hybrid. It combines the four-cylinder diesel engine with an electric motor, thus providing a system output of 170 kW / 231 hp and 750 Newton meters. The E 300 Blue TEC Hybrid consumes 4.1 liters per 100 km km with CO2 emissions of 107 g /.

NEW 2013 Mercedes E-Class - TRAILER

Disappointed By The Last Race Stoner With Setup Worries To Last Home Race

For Casey Stoner it comes with some question marks to the setup of the Honda and his health after Phillip Iceland. But there are glimmers of hope.

Casey Stoner like it better when it comes to the left

For the last time before his resignation MotoGP Casey Stoner comes next weekend to Phillip Iceland and the Australian has some worried about the setup before his Honda. On the plus side, he has, however, that the characteristics of the track on the one hand should meet the machine and on the other hand also his injured right ankle.

It is definitely difficult to celebrate for him to his sixth consecutive home win, although he and the celebrations can begin on Thursday, when cornering at Phillip Iceland 3 is named after him. "We had in the previous two races, problems with the setup of the machine and I am pretty disappointed," said Stoner. "We seem to always find at Phillip Iceland our rhythm, but I do not expect that this year there just is."

However, as the course goes more to the left than to the right, which should help, because the problems with the chattering of the Honda were left turns into ever smaller. "There are not too many sharp turns, so should my right leg better cope. Im still far from being physically at 100 percent, and I need time, so Im back at full strength, so Im not sure what to expect this weekend. We will do our best and see what happens. "

The New Enduro KTM 1190

Intermot ahead: the new KTM 1190 R

The day could not start better. The sun is shining, the winding roads full of promise. A round of KTM developers hands me the key proud of their latest creation: A pre-production model of the all-new 1190 enduro adventure ready. Heart, what more do you want?

Enthusiastically tell the engineers what they have installed on the machine: four driving modes for the engine, electronically adjustable suspension, integral ABS, traction control, a height-adjustable seat and windshield, an integrated baggage system ... It is missing the future KTM tourers to nothing .

Driven and the Adventure of the elaborately revised V2 engine of the RC8 R. Renner will improve New cylinder heads, camshafts and intake ports the driveability of the once quite raubauzigen engine. In contrast to the rather for the classic KTM customer-designed Adventure R (see MOTORCYCLE 18/2012) which is designed for the larger audience Adventure wears a 19-inch front wheel. The fit to travel and serve a dual height adjustable seat and a large windscreen, which is also adjustable. And the built-in two versions 24-liter fuel tank should ensure a wide reach.

Even when mounting one feels on the adventure at home. The smaller wheels and the lower seat provide a sheltered driving and traffic lights standing feeling. To rank the full tank only about 230 kilograms, the 1200s can be wonderful. And the position I like with my 173 cm very good. Reassuring that the shape of the tank is also much larger space, the seat edge to the back still leaves enough space. Handlebars and fittings are well in hand, the passenger footrests are a perfect fit.

Large eye-opening experience: As with the R version of the engine pushes from the state as an ox. If he only really good from 2000 rpm running smoothly, but he seems in comparison to previous 990s transformed. Gone is the nervous throttle response, the annoying hacking that too strong braking effect when gas Close. This V2 boasts best manners. Gently, he goes to the gas supply at part load without jerking his power to go off at full throttle as kicks ass. Also, the Adventure has a whopping 150 hp, two horses more than the previous record of the Ducati Multistrada 1200. Apropos: The Ducati engine driving the KTM has almost nothing to do. It runs smoother, more powerful, especially in the middle. Sonor thumps the KTM from the thick muffler that is to be executed for the collection of beautiful and adds value.

For the redesigned cockpit all KTM riders will be grateful. Finally the time of often failing digital cockpits is over. The analog speed displayed is recognizable at a glance only the speed is documented somewhat timidly. Links informed a second display about everything. From the outside temperature to the spring and damper settings, the driver can in various menu levels can show everything. When driving himself he should curb his urge to play but. The KTMs happening so that you can quickly in forest stands, if you are not careful.

The new seat is height adjustable and the most comfortable furniture in KTMs history

For security reasons finest electronics from Bosch and LED daytime running lights. Convinced the integral ABS with a specially programmed off-road function both on the road and on gravel roads. Never had one - so the first impression after a short test session on gravel - such a machine have expected such a powerful deceleration. Since Bosch has taken a big hit.

Just as with the traction control. So gentle and safe as it regulates, it has never experienced. The electronically adjustable suspension elements convincing that can be adapted in all functions, but with pre-programmed settings. Since no one has to get bogged down.

st the KTM fit to travel? From the engine, the biggest shortcoming, in any case. Suspension and damping also offer much comfort. The new seat? No comparison with the previous KTMs. And the panel? It is not too narrow, and, similar to the Ducati Multistrada, far towards the driver pulled. Thus, the incoming air will be passed through without strong turbulence on the helmet.

Finally, I give the KTM the spores. Whats up? Quite a lot, thanks to great handling and steering precision. When does it start? From March. Price? Quite competitive. Competition? Wrap up warm.

Technical sketch

75-degree two-cylinder V-engine, 1195 cc, 110 kW (150 hp) at 10 000 min, tubular steel frame, front forks, dual front disc brakes, rear disc brake, Ø 300/265 mm, integral ABS, TC, daytime running lights, seat height 840 to 860 mm Kerb Weight 230 kg, tank capacity 24 liters Price: NA

One Podium Finish And 15 Points In Total For The Cruze In Porto

Image by Patrick Mayon via Flickr

podium finish and 15 points in total: the Chevrolet team can be satisfied with the overall result obtained by the Cruzes in the streets of Porto, in two races (the 99^th and 100^th of the WTCC) that were closely fought and packed with incidents. Rob Huff finished second in race 1 and sixth in race 2, while Nicola Larini finished fifth in race 1.

Nicola was caught in a race incident with Tarquini in the second race, while Alain Menu, at the wheel of the Cruze carrying the 2009 winning livery of the ‘Young? Creative? Chevrolet!” art competition, had a difficult day, as he was involved in incidents during both races. The team is now looking forward to the next event, which will take place near home, in Brands Hatch, a track that has traditionally been very friendly to the Chevrolets.

Formula 1 Gillan Fourth Place Was The Maximum

Mark Gillan after Pastor Maldonado was the fourth place on the grid in Abu Dhabi delighted with the performance of the Venezuelan - he had achieved the maximum.

Pastor Maldonado on Saturday was the surprise

Continue along with Williams - with P4 shocked Pastor Maldonado in qualifying for the Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi, one or the other competitors. Even chief engineer Mark Gillan, the second row was a surprise. "The race pace was very good on Friday - our Qualifyingpace was never as good as that on the long runs, so we have worked to strengthen," said the Briton, who was pleased that this work now apparently bore fruit. "But I think P4 was really close at the maximum, which today was driving it -. Therefore we are very satisfied" Within a few weeks you may have to increase significantly. "The car was in Korea, for example, is not particularly strong, just as it was about the balance.

"In New Delhi, but we have been working hard and improving." In Abu Dhabi, we have continued to make it. General Gillan guess the current potential of the FW34 at number five or six. "P4 for pastor was so of course very good." The most important thing always make it somehow into Q3, because then much would be possible as a result of demonstrating. "This track here is due to the late running times and the temperatures drop very tricky. If the track then so changed that much, you have to rely as a team all the more to the driver and that he himself knows where he attack and where can not. Since he has "done a very good job today, Gillan praised his protege in the second row.
P4 makes life easier

On Sunday, we must now try to keep their heads as long as possible in the top group. "Our starts this season were always very good - the only problem is that it carries a much higher risk that something happens when you qualify in the middle and in the confusion," said the Williams man. Insofar Maldonado did at the start not only a meter advantage but also the upper hand, which would affect the risk of an early collision. "Front, it is easier to control the race pace." The last one had to learn the hard way in India firsthand. "Since our race was more or less destroyed by traffic. All the more we are now looking forward to returning forward drive off."

Gillan was in any case convinced: "If we get away well again, the signs are not bad, especially when you consider how much Pastor was on Friday on the road." Wanted a podium not exclude the engineers at appropriate circumstances on the desert course. "There is absolutely no reason why we should not bring in a very good result." Less fortunate than his team-mate Bruno Senna, however, had on Saturday. After he had the day before struggling with brake problems and schedule in any case only the second session was in the car, in the qualifying strike the KERS of the Brazilian.

On a track with lots of long straights, a significant disadvantage, which ultimately reflected so that more than a sobering 15th Starting rank for the 29-year-old just was not in it. That for the second Williams but it all was lost, did not yet believe Gillan. "The brake problems of yesterday and already today we could solve the problems on KERS are already rectified - for the race so everything should work," he made Senna courage. It was however clear that the misery in Brazil certainly could affect the balance of his Boliden.
Internally good cooperation

But since you plan similar programs in both drivers, we intend to limit downside Sennas also the fact that one vote for its Balance Transfer the data from well functioning Maldonado Williams. "Because we work as a team always together very closely, also on Friday, even if we use all three riders," revealed Gillan. The focus would be on Sunday but still on Maldonados great chance for a top position. Could be involved that the current as impetuous Venezuelans in a collision, he did not believe. "Pastor is a very fast rider and he had for some time been no more incidents."

"He knows our goals for tomorrow and we just - its primarily about to enter good points," said Gillan. His pilot attackiere this weekend really hard. "And we expect the same from him tomorrow." Also in view of the teams World Cup they wanted to continue to give our all. "There are still three races, we are being fast in a good position and the car - now we just need the big points," the Briton squinted with one eye also toward Force India, the on in the constructors championship in front of one lie in seventh place, but have also been a whopping 34 points ahead of the tradition Stuppe from Grove.

Mercedes Benz SLK 350 The Little SL

Rough around the edges, but still competitive is how the Mercedes-Benz SLK.

As the first convertible with a folding metal roof wrote the Mercedes-Benz SLK in the mid 90-year history. Meanwhile, the little brother of the SL has arrived in the autumn of its second generation. A facelift a year ago should keep him competitive against the younger competition. It is those "formula-1-nose", was expected to be the disappearance had been accentuated by a new front bumper even more.

Both the Audi TT and the BMW Z4 are younger than the SLK. Both have disadvantages: the TT, based on the VW Golf platform is the core of his being a compact front-wheel drive - and lacks a really powerful six-cylinder. Its 3.2-liter VR6 makes only 250 hp and will soon be withdrawn from the program. BMW Z4 like turn in its second generation not any. To American-sweeping effect the folding roof coupe, the turbocharged version with 306 hp peak is quite thirsty.

Even so one should not write off the SLK, especially the curved line is pleasantly compact and get the motor program from the four-cylinder compressor is up to the 5.5-liter V8 most expectations.

We drove the SLK with that 3.5-liter V6 that makes 305 horsepower and is the Mercedes-Benz dubbed "sports engine". Actually this engine is a stopgap solution: the same size, more modern engine with direct injection (from the limousine known) does not fit in the SLK, because the package is no space for the required exhaust after-treatment is provided. For "sports engine" the engine qualifies primarily by a raised speed limit and the decidedly sporty intake sound, the traditional notions of a silky Mercedes six-cylinder can scarcely meet.

The V6 is with the in-house 7-speed automatic transmission coupled and impressed with responsiveness to the accelerator pedal. At least as encouraging is the low fuel consumption. The main competitors of the 250 km / h fast SLK 350 go with the precious essence in any case for significantly less restrained.

The suspension tuning is a successful compromise between comfort and sportiness. But it is a compromise. If you spend every spare minute imaginable on the track is likely to be a Porsche Boxster S or an Audi TT RS better served. On the other hand, the SLK offers not that typical Mercedes feeling that could be described as unemotional, comfort-oriented composure. Who to emphasis should be waiting for the new E-Class Cabriolet, which is technically based largely on the C-Class and has failed so relatively compact.

The interior is fitted with a neck ventilation system called "Airscarf" (German: air circuit) available which ermöglichst it even when its cold to drive with the roof open, without having to completely disguise. The metallic color instrumentation and a three-spoke steering wheel seek to sportiness, while the hard plastic visor of a smart entry-level version could be taken.

For the SLK 350 as "small SL" talks a lot - not least its high durability. And it is likely to not change much even if his successor is launched.