Tuesday 10 May 2011

2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class C

2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class C

Mercedes' A-Class has historically been a four-door hatchback more concerned with environmentally friendly utilitarian duties than making a statement about style. For the 2011 New York and Shanghai Auto Shows, Mercedes intends to change that frumpy image with an aggressively styled concept that looks more performance hot-hatch than green hipster-hauler, taking the A-Class in an entirely new direction. Thought it is just a concept, it might show the direction the front-wheel drive platform is headed-one that will appeal to a more youthful and enthusiastic buyer.

Looking ready to go head-to-head with the likes of the Audi A3 and Volvo C30, the A-Class Concept is powered by a 210-horsepower 2.0-liter direct-injection turbocharged I-4 mated to a dual-clutch transmission. In hot-hatch tradition, this powertrain is splayed out transversely across the front of the car.

The design language seen on this new A-Class first appeared on another concept, the F800 Style shown at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show. The body consists of free-flowing surfaces accented with sharp creases. Mercedes states that the styling was influenced by wind and waves and reflects aviation engineering. This theme is reflected in the interior, with see-through fabric stretched over a skeletal structure. The vents, instrumentation, and shifter all reflect avionic controls, looking minimalist and very futuristic at the same time.

The A-Class Concept is stuffed with technology. Mercedes boasts of being the first in the compact segment to offer a radar-based collision avoidance system and adaptive brake technology. The system audibly and visually warns inattentive drivers about possible collisions while preparing the braking system for an immediate and powerful stop. Infotainment details are handled by a fully integrated smartphone and use a three-dimensional dash display formed of magenta-colored laser lines. The interior seats four in separate buckets, and one long center console is shared by both the front and rear seats.

Rumors of Mercedes bringing the A-Class to the American market have been brewing for years. It looks like we may be one step closer, but in an entirely unexpected form. Instead of a smallish people-mover, it may very well end up being an upscale performance hatchback. There is even a possibility it may turn into multiple A-Class vehicles. We will get our first look at the concept in New York later this month. Maybe Mercedes will have more information about future plans then.

2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class C

2012 Lincoln mkx

2012 Lincoln mkx

2012 Lincoln mkx

The 2011 Lincoln MKX midsize luxury crossover comes with its combination of style, performance and uncompromising luxury, the Lincoln MKX has brought new customers into the Lincoln showroom in a way that very few products have before. New features and technologies not available anywhere else, new exterior design, new interior design with increased use of genuine materials, new powertrain with unsurpassed fuel economy. The 2011 Lincoln MKX will be built at Oakville Assembly Plant; Ontario, Canada.
Excess The Lincoln Mkx improve the performance of the system but still fuel efficient. Power for the 2011 Lincoln MKX is supplied by the 3.7-liter Duratec V-6, which employs advanced technology and clever control strategies, such as Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) to increase horsepower and torque without compromising fuel economy. The 3.7-liter Ti-VCT V-6 is mated to a six-speed SelectShift Automatic™ transmission, which gives customers the option of a fun-to-shift manual experience.
The design of this car exterior look very perfect. The addition of the new split-wing grille, a key to Lincoln signature DNA. Model is an updated rear taillamp treatment, the lamps are now two distinct pieces that employ an indirect LED system that hides the light source while allowing the light intensity to shine through. Use the 4-inch oval exhaust tips and the new 18- and 20-inch wheels are more dynamic and expressive.

2012 Lincoln mkx

2012 Lincoln mkx

Chevrolet Spark 2012

Chevrolet Spark 2012

Chevrolet Spark 2012

We really love these proper European minicars in the context of stressed-out city streets. The 2012 Chevy Spark is not a revelation, but it is what one should expect for this market segment in European terms, and that’s saying a lot for a car that must fit into a genre that has become a sort of art form.
But when it comes our way as currently planned in 2011, can the 2012 Chevy Spark excite Americans for more than one selling season? The appeal of the Smart Fortwo in America suggests that so far we see a tiny tot like this as a bauble, not a necessity.

Chevrolet Spark 2012

Chevrolet Spark 2012

alfa romeo giulia 2012

alfa romeo giulia 2012

Alfa romeo giulia 2012

Alfa Romeo will publish their last child, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulia. It’s a long, comes with regard to rumors about the 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulia has been around for some time now. But in a classic case of “better late than never”, the new 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulia, which is expected to hit the assembly line at the tail end of 2012, is now further along in its development. This is great news for fans of Italian ten tons, while other sports sedan upcoming release, a source of concern for some of its German rivals, including BMW and Audi.

The brand, which saw his recent struggles, Fiat hopes that the new 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulia sports sedan, a car that will help the Italian brand back to its place in the automotive agreement. It is a difficult task for a sports sedan, due to intense competition it faces is a market where it has been released yet, the Alfa Romeo believes that the 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulia that will lead them to found glory in 2012. Read this

alfa romeo giulia 2012

alfa romeo giulia 2012

2012 hummer h4

2012 hummer h4

2012 Hummer H4

With GM making plans to discontinue the Hummer Brand Name and every automaker killing their SUV line up there is still a large amount of us that want more. According to J. D. Power and Associates, the Hummer brand captures and retains owners better than most, so it’s worth nurturing. The trick is making hugeness less of a calling card – a process that started with the demise of the H1 – but preserving extreme off-road ability.

2012 hummer h4

As anyone who has done any serious off-roading can attest, size is your enemy on the trail, so a smaller but still off-road-ready Hummer, perhaps like the HX concept makes perfect sense. The HX gives us a good look at the upcoming H4, and if that new entry has all the off-road gear of the show car, it’ll be a strong addition to the lineup. The HX sports full-time four-wheel drive with locking front and rear differentials, 35-inch tires, a 3.6-liter direct-injected V-6, and an electronically disconnectable front antiroll bar – not to mention that unmistakable blocky styling. I think it will be a big hit not just in the U.S. market.

2012 hummer h4

2012 hummer h4

2011 lexus es

2011 lexus es

2011 lexus es

For those of us lucky enough to consider buying a just-off-the-production-line car, the UK Government’s new Scrappage Scheme means it’s time to put your foot down and think about buying that new Mercedes, that impressive Range Rover or brand spanking new Lexus.
With a mouth-watering 2000 pounds discount on your dream vehicle, this new scheme, introduced in the UK’s 2009 budget, might well bring the actual purchasing of it significantly closer. The entire fund for UK motorists eyeing up their new BMW, Mini Cooper or new Lexus is 300 million pounds, which translates to the scheme benefitting around 300,000 customers. 1000 pounds is provided by the Government, while the other helpful grand is put up by the manufacturers.
While many a potential car buyer will be gladdened by the prospect of such a deal, the real reason for its introduction is to stimulate the car manufacturing industry, as it has suffered severely from the current financial crisis. The UK car making industry supports a great many jobs and related businesses – so you can feel extra happy about settling into your new Lexus LF AR Roadster, Jaguar XF or Vauxhall Insignia, knowing that you’re helping the economy into the upturn!

2011 lexus es

So what are the pre-requisites for qualifying for your 2 grand discount? Your old car needs to have seen better days – specifically being at least 10 years old. Simple as that – and apart from the financial benefit, you’ll be motoring away in a far cleaner, greener vehicle than you had before. This in turn will help the UK to reduce carbon emissions as outlined in such agreements as Kyoto.
The UK Chancellor, Alistair Darling, hopes the scheme will be as successful as similar schemes across Europe. The only concern he and the Government had was that primarily overseas motor makers would benefit from the proposals – such as new Lexus LF from Japan, or Volkswagen Touareg from Germany. In answer to this the treasury is only stumping up half the cash. However, Britain’s main auto manufacturers such as Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan and Vauxhall will be extremely glad to see the new scheme get taken up – as UK car sales have slumped by 30 percent.
So if you were thinking of trading in your rusting hatchback due to the broken back door lock, ineffective cigarette lighter, chipped windscreen, non-power steering, now’s the time to get rid. Or perhaps you’re simply embarrassed by the filthy cloud of black smoke which billows from the tailpipe every time you start it up. If you’re suffering from one or two of these auto dilemmas, the UK Scrappage Scheme offers a way out. If you’re face is reddened by every single one of these car conundrums, then the 2000 pounds discount on offer is going to be hard to resist!
If you haven’t decided if you want a shiny Mercedes Smart car direct from Germany or a new Lexus straight from Japan – or perhaps a home grown Jaguar or Land Rover, you’ve got until the end of the tax year to make up your mind. The next 12 months are likely to be a popular time to purchase a new vehicle, so you might want to get your driving gloves on and get down to your local dealership!

2011 lexus es

2011 lexus es

Hyundai santa fe 2012

Hyundai santa fe 2012

Hyundai santa fe 2012

The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is power-packed and resourceful car. The proof of versatility is its extensive range of standard features. The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has got ABS with traction control, air conditioning, cargo net with retractable cargo cover, tilt-adjustable steering wheel, rear intermittent windshield wiper with washer, six-speaker AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo, in-glass radio antenna, power door locks, power windows and power outside mirrors, power steering, fog lamps, overhead console, leather-wrapped steering wheel, tachometer, front passenger seat under-storage tray, 60/40 split reclining and folding rear seat with folding center armrest, four under-floor cargo area storage areas etc.

Hyundai santa fe 2012

The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has been assembled in Ulsan, South Korea. The car is also available with the basic warranty of 5 years or 60,000 miles. The car takes care of its occupants with some useful safety features such as anti-lock braking system, traction control, dual front airbags with passenger-presence detection, front seatbelt pretensioners and front side-impact airbags. The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has got seating arrangements for five. Add to that its excellent cargo hauling capacity and towing capacity. The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe can haul up to 77.7 cu. ft. of cargo and tow up to 3300 Lbs. The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 engine capable of delivering 200 horsepower at 5500 RPM and 219 pound-feet of torque at 3500 RPM.

Hyundai santa fe 2012

honda fit interior

honda fit interior

honda fit interior

The Honda Fit sits firmly in the present new trend as auto makers move far from SUVs to fun they are driving, fuel efficient and inventive small cars. Ample interior space offers passenger and driver comfort, with sufficient of legroom and headroom. Adequate cargo space can be found in this little hatchback despite the rear seats set up, but flexibility in the seating configuration can transform and expand cargo space significantly. A 4 cylinder VTec engine offers excellent gasoline consumption, and while a five speed manual transmission is standard, an automatic transmission can also be available.

honda fit interior

2012 ford f-150

2012 ford f-150

2012 ford f-150
Ford F-150 Raptor, Porsche 911 GT3 truck. As Raptor 911 GT3 equipment for everyday use in road traffic racebred. Ok, I thought GT3 Green Hell Nurburgring Nordschleife, the legendary street circuit in Germany derivatives. Raptor on the floor was washed with the desert sand, stones and shocking whoopdies Baja California developed. Point Raptor call arid desert, and is as fast as they dare go without dribbling mess, air brakes, and after a few tens of kilometers. It gives you a feeling born from the race. We at 70 kmh, and I'm washing future legislation. It 's only two meters wide, but from where I sit, it seems that carved the Grand Canyon jump on us, dark and deep, with jagged edges from the rain. This is ugly. Gene Martindale Flicks trucks sent to spit on the most recent list of the queues of other rear tire struck the animal susceptible to sand and anger unleashed 411 horsepower. I see what it does: the leaching of soil suddenly left, and now they're trying to get the right to secede. But without a doubt a great success. Hug, and ... Do not blow softened the strong, but not unpleasant vertical movement, so ... That is all. After a sparkling white Ford F-150 Raptor SVT SVT barely pauses as a development engineer and pilot Baja Martindale distant horizon.
2012 ford f-150

2012 ford f-150

2012 ford fusion

2012 ford fusion

The Ford brand is the most popular automotive brand in the United States, regularly beating Chevrolet and Toyota for top honors. The Ford Motor Company has worked diligently to bolster its namesake brand and has done so by offering numerous models for consumer consideration.
There are too many Ford models to mention here, but we’ve selected five which are fabulous and should be considered if you are looking for a new car or a low mileage used vehicle.
1. Ford F-150 – No Ford list can be written without mentioning the full size Ford F-150 pickup truck. Introduced in 1948, the F-Series is the best selling pickup truck line in America, powered by V-6 and V-8 gas engines paired with six-speed automatic transmissions. Available in two- and four-wheel-drive, in various cabin and bed configurations and trimmed the way you want it, the F-150 features a spacious cabin, excellent payload and towing capacities and, when equipped with an EcoBoost V-6, a nice blend of performance and fuel efficiency.
2. Ford Fusion – Ford’s current midsize sedan, the Ford Fusion, was introduced in 2006 and refreshed in 2010. This five passenger sedan is powered by a fuel efficient four cylinder engine or optional V-6. The Fusion has consistently proven to be a good value, offering better residual value than even the segment leading Toyota Camry. A hybrid model joined the line in 2010, offering 41 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, tops in its class.
3. Ford Edge - The market for midsize crossover models is very competitive, with most every manufacturer offering at least one model. The Ford Edge was restyled in 2011 and now offers improved fuel economy, better handling, numerous technology features including SYNC, Bluetooth and an advanced audio system and leather seating options. This crossover offers plenty of storage room and is suitable for light towing.
4. Ford Focus – New for 2012, the compact Focus sold in North America now matches what Europeans have long enjoyed. This car is roomy, sporty and offers class leading fuel economy, achieving 40 mpg with its most fuel efficient model. The Focus is a tuner favorite too, allowing owners to customize their rides with sport fascia, performance exhaust systems and a host of other features. The new model is available in sedan and hatchback body styles.
5. Ford Fiesta - The smallest Ford model is the Ford Fiesta, a subcompact car retailing for under $14,000. Modern, sporty and offering a roomy interior, the Fiesta is a fuel efficiency leader too, offering 40 mpg on the highway. This car features 10 airbags, a number not found on even most midsize sedans. You can customize your ride to make the Fiesta reflect your personality.
Other Ford models worth considering include the Taurus, Explorer, Escape and Mustang, top performers in each segment. Ford is a proven winner offering many submodels worth considering too.

2012 ford fusion