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2012 Mercedes A Class AMG info
We’ve already posted details with the German automaker’s intention of directing its next generation A Class more towards competitors like the Audi A3 or the BMW 1 Series, and now we have new info that says a performance version Mercedes A Class AMG which will enter the hot-hatch segment in 2012 is also under development.
This means the 2012 Mercedes A Class AMG will have to battle rivals like the VW Golf R or the next generation Ford Focus RS.
Video: Bloodhound SSC 1600 kmph car
The Bloodhound SSC represents an ambitious project coordinated by Richard Noble wich basically looks like a rocket and which intends to brake the 1600 Kmph speed barrier and overcome the current record of 1228 Km/h held by the Thrust SSC.
This next video shows how the Bloodhound SSC was designed, measuring 12.8 meters in length, weighting 6,422 pounds with a full fuel tank, with an aluminium frame and a body made from carbon and Kevlar.
Audi R8 e-tron video
This next video give a presentation of the electric version Audi R8 e-tron which won the 2010 Slivretta Rally this year both in the Silvretta E-Auto Rally Montafon and the Silvretta Classic Montafon stages.
The Audi R8 e-tron was driven by Chief developer Michael Dick and Lukas Luhr on a 104 mile route and the competition included 33 other contestants.
2010 Salon Prive live photos
The 2010 edition Salon Prive opened yesterday, and just like every other year the lawns of the Hurlingham Club in London is accommodating some of the finest, most exclusive cars on the planet, from classic to modern sports cars and luxury cars.
The 2010 Salon Prive will end on Friday, July 23rd and in case you won’t be able to attend, then the gallery below is offering live photos that show just what you’ll miss.
2011 Kia Sportage pricing
Pricing for the 2011 Kia Sportage that will go on sale in US has been announced, and starting from next month customers that are interested in purchasing it should know that the new Korean CUV starts at 18,295 USD for the Base model.
The other two equipment levels available fort he 2011 Kia Sportage are LX and EX which have been priced at 20,295 USD and 23,395 USD respectively.
2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid price
Order books for the most fuel-efficient luxury car in America are now open, as the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid price was just announced, with sales scheduled to begin this fall.
Under its bonnet the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid comes fitted with a 2.5-litre Atkinson-cycle
I-4 hybrid engine that enables propulsion through both petrol and energy coming from its battery driven electric motors, and total output is of 191 HP.
Audi A1 review video
The Audi A1 review video comes from the Brits at EVO who went to Germany to test drive the MINI Cooper’s new competitor.
The Audi A1 is currently offered with three trim levels under the SE, Sport and S Line bagging with power ranging from 86PS to 122PS from the two petrol and one diesel engine that are available. (1.2-, 1.4-litre TFSI and 1.6-litre TDI).
Mopar Jeep camper trailers
Jeep and Mopar are now starting to offer two types of off-road camper trailers for those interested in taking a road trip this summer, packed with adventure and freedom.
The first Mopar Jeep camper trailer targets the Casual Campers which has a price tag of 9,995 USD and features a light tubular-aluminium frame that sits on 32 inch BF Goodrich Mud Terrain tires plus a a heavy-duty diamond-plated aluminum top for protection. Inside the Casual Campers trailer there is a multi-use sofa, a queen size bed and a 110 Volt power outlet.
2010 Nissan Juke review video
The 2010 Nissan Juke review video is also brought by journalists at AutoExpress who have put the small, funky looking SUV to the test.
The 2010 Nissan Juke is available as a 2WD or 4WD and engine choices include the 117PS 1.6-litre petrol, the 110PS 1.5-litre dCi diesel or the 190PS 1.6-litre direct injection turbo petrol. The 2010 Nissan Juke is not as practical as you might imagine, with little head room for passengers in the back, and not too much luggage space, but as the journalist in this review video points out, customers interested in this compact SUV will mainly go for its looks.
MINI Countryman review video
The first review video with the MINI Countryman comes from AutoExpress who takes the company’s fourth model beyond urban borders for a test drive and who also points out some of its un-MINI like features.
The MINI Countryman comes with a choice of 3 petrol and 2 diesel powerplants, with outputs ranging from 90 horsepower to 184 horsepower and on