For those who want an SUV that stand out, and the Cayenne GTS is insufficient, British tuner, Kahn, offers the Wide Track package. It stands out with the external kit that gives a very aggressive look. Once mounted the aggressive bumpers, flared wheel arches and tailgate spoiler, Wide Track Cayenne looks like a fireball in the German Touring Car Championship. Rims on 20, 21, or 22 inch complete the sporty look for the German SUV. For more elegance British tuner mounted spoiler equipped with daytime running lights with LED technology.

Even if you expect that inside the German SUV to find seats or a protective cage for the same tone with the outside, you will have a big surprise. Cayenne Wide Track’s interior is very luxurious and focuses on quality and exclusivity.

In terms of changes to the technical level, Kahn install a performance exhaust and a sport suspension. British tuner has put on sale three Cayenne Wide Track models. The first one, equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine costs 94,000 Euros and the other two models feature a 3.0-liter diesel engine has the price of 83,000, 89,000 euros.

If B is a technical success, automatic the A will be the same, maybe a little more than that. And B is a great car of its segment, a creation worthy of praise by media kit.

It’s kind of sorry, because when you spend more for more space you need to know as well as possible applications. But because this is a more practical test, look for a few pages passengers, luggage space or on the storage. For the first time in its history, Mercedes-Benz built a compact car, the driver is in the spotlight.. Compared to previous generation, the new B is as lofty as a Cambridge graduate with a regular high school graduate. And new transmission available for it are almost everything for what it means the driver’s comfort and refinement of the car.

Basic diesel engine has four cylinders, a displacement of 1.8 liters, 109 hp and 250 Nm. As for the range, 180 CDI can be coupled either a manual transmission with six reports, given standard or 7G-DCT box, the first double-clutch transmission built by Mercedes-Benz for its compact models. DCT box is optionally available for the new B at a price of 2.257 euros with VAT. This value, about 10% of the price of a standard 180 CDI (25 916 euros including VAT), may be a blockage, but the amount is justifiable most important point: feelings driver.

The new Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the third generation of that name, but the version presented in world premiere at Geneva Motor Show 2012 marks a complete change of perspective, because now the new A-Class come straight in premium compact class, which will compete directly with BMW 1 Series and Audi A3.

In appearance, the new Merceedes-Benz A-Class takes most of the design lines of the homonymous concept in Shanghai in 2011, but the model number is visibly less aggressive than the concept, first in the headlights. Overall, the new A-Class has a youthful style, and sober, with touches of interesting dynamics, specific design displaying a German car.

Dimensional, Mercedes-Benz A-Class has a length of 4.29 meters, a width of 1.78 meters and a height of 1.43 meters, the new model is designed modular platform MFA (Modular Front Architecture), which means that traction is the front wheels, which promises a good interior space.

The cabin continues the exterior design, showing an interesting sobriety and youthful spirit, simple lines obscuring the exemplary quality of manufacture. High-tech style is provided by modern Displays, A-Class benefit from more technology safety and comfort of the upper models. On a technical level, the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class will offer three petrol and three common-rail diesels, all equipped standard with ECO start/stop and a manual 6-speed – will be available and an optional automatic 7 speed and double clutch, 7G-DCT.

Petrol versions are A180 (1.6 turbo, 122 hp), A200 (1.6 turbo, 156 hp) and A250 (2.0 turbo, 211 hp) and the A180 CDI diesel (1.8 liter, 109 hp, 250 Nm), A200 CDI (1.8 liters, 136 hp, 300 Nm) and A220 CDI (2.2 liters, 170 hp, 350 Nm). The next schedule is AMG version with a turbocharged four-cylinder that will develop around 300 hp.

For now, however, AMG will provide a comprehensive program to customize the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class, the AMG Sports package, which includes both aerodynamic exterior accessories that make the car look more sporty, but also with specific settings for drivetrain.

Prices of new Mercedes-Benz A-Class we can find them only in autumn, when the new compact German will be launched officially in Europe.

Even in the version equipped with 2.0 liter engine and 200 PS, the Volkswagen Beetle seems a good and nice car. Perhaps for this reason, German tuner ABT has decided to “spice up” the appearance of the Wolfsburg model. ABT began by installing a new front apron with a more aggressive look that includes a red line resembling the legendary Golf GTI. To highlight the sporting character of the German tuner from Allgäu staged a performance exhaust system with oval outputs.

The German tuner provides customers stickers that imitates carbon fiber with red accents, which give an air of a sporty new Beetle. Wheels are available in 18, 19 or 20 inches and covered with lights, a nice model that transforms a “quiet frog”  into an “evil frog”.

ABT hasn’t stopped only at the exterior changes. German tuner has increased the thruster power 2.0 liter and 40 HP and installed a sport suspension along with braking system performance, helping to obtain dynamic performance over the model number and flush with the sporty look of a German frog . Unfortunately we don’t not know the price for all these “goodies”, the German tuner will return in the near future with more details.

Audi has chosen as a starting point for this project A6 L sedan, which is the best-seller of the German manufacturer in China. Ingolstadt manufacturer does not exclude that in the distant future to have a production model envisioned by this concept occur in Audi factory from Changchun, China.

Audi A6 L e-tron is equipped with an electric motor that produces 95 hp, and internal combustion engine with a 2.0-liter TFSI develops 211 hp. Lithium-ion storage battery that powers the electric motor is cooled with liquid and is positioned behind the vehicle in a safe place in case of accident.

The concept presented in Beijing can run 80 km at a speed of 60 km/h powered only with electricity, and immediately after exhaustion of battery control unit automatically chooses the gasoline engine as power unit active. A6 e-tron can be charged from a household outlet, but can store additional energy and deceleration.

Audi e-tron first product that will enter the market will be based in Ingolstadt’s supercar, the R8 and will be sold in a limited range. Already the German manufacturer’s test-tron A1 and A3 e-tron, the latter model will be launched in 2014. In terms of exterior and interior, Audi has slightly modified character highlights the “eco-friendly” concept.

New safety car in DTM: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series

German Touring Car Championship, DTM, will debut this weekend on the Hockenheimring circuit. This season is mainly due to return to the Bavarian manufacturer BMW in DTM. If Audi and Mercedes so far shared the victories between them, will now be facing an opponent with a rich history in motorsport.

Officials of the Stuttgart manufacturer has recently announced that Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series will be one of the sites DTM safety car, with BMW M3. The pilot will be led by Jurgen Kastenholz, who will be responsible for running in maximum security in case of accident or if weather conditions require. Safety car will be called the stage and radio officials will lead the squad to the race can be restarted safely.

The only modification is the installing of a coupe sports exhaust system, especially for spectators and viewers.

If RS can be too much in terms of power, weight, and not least because of purchase prices and operating, S’s remain wide peaks that can be purchased from certain pockets. Yet they must also contain a dose of insanity because otherwise S badge should be pulled from the body and trestle on the shoulders of a soldier that was wrong.

Former generation of S6 was not the most beautiful car or the most aggressive limousine. But the V10 inscription on the wings betray the presence of V10 engine aspirated with displacement of 5.2 liters and borrowed on wonderfully and Gallardo. In 2006, this was not a problem because nobody cared so much about consumption and CO2 emissions. All that mattered was that the machine is fast and what was the point that Audi does not use Lamborghini engine?

With 435 hp and 540 Nm, super-S6 sedan accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, a good time for those days but still weak for the fantastic engine. Obviously, the problem was clear to everyone. Audi was not so concerned about the weight of the car and the V10 weighed heavily on the front. Maybe that was not the S6 sedan produced by Audi handy but certainly, you got ants spine with fabulous sound of the engine, the high speed regime in which it climbs with ease and simply fantastic idea that under the hood of a Lamborghini engine.

The crisis drove us all. And although there are builders who took it seriously and have built engines with smaller displacement but power rocket systems obtained with turbo, Audi has chosen to be more reserved with new S6. He received a four-liter V8 bi-turbo system off the cylinder, 420 hp and 550 Nm. What Audi announces first time you talk about the new S6? That is cheaper by 25%.

Of course, recent years have meant a considerable reduction of consumption thanks to new engines and reducing curb weight. S6 now have a smaller engine, turbocharging system, a billion other systems that reduce consumption and reduced weight by using intelligent intensive aluminum in body building. S6 fastest results for which are required only 4.8 seconds to reach 100 km/h starting immediately. Maximum speed remains limited to 250 km/h if you want more need to buy a Bentley Continental V8, the first group to receive this new engine.

In terms of appearance, G63 AMG received a more aggressive spoiler, a new front grille and a new exhaust system with two outputs, chrome. Specific division AMG wheels complete the sporty design of the new Mercedes, but limiting performance under off-road. German SUV interior remained almost unchanged,the only changes are the carbon fiber inserts and clocks slightly redesigned.

If even this version does not seem enough, there are rumors that the Stuttgart manufacturer is preparing a more powerful version, G65 AMG, fitted with a V12 bi-turbo 6.0-liter.

Here’s how Ford B-Max has done in the first crash test

From the beginning there were skeptics who were concerned about side impact protection provided by the Ford B-Max, due to lack central pillar.

When Ford announced that B-Max will be built without pillar, which facilitates access to the car, there were many skeptics who questioned the protection it will offer mini-MPV built in Craiova side impact. Recently, the U.S. manufacturer made ​​its first crash test, designed to close the mouth of those who doubted the solution chosen by Ford.

The test simulated a side impact at 50 km / h, mini MPV is stationary. Press auto spot prophesy that he is content protection they offer model built in Romania in an accident on the side. Dummies in the back seat, and those on the driver and front passenger have been forces that would have caused serious damage in case of real passengers, seven airbags and roll successfully fulfilling.

Although lack pillar back, Ford introduced the ceiling and floor of the new B-Max elements that help strengthen the body. They showed their role during the test, the MPV has not suffered serious damage.

As I said above, the Germans did not overestimate the exterior changes. Six-pointed grille known from other Audi models is now available on compact SUV German manufacturer. Headlights and taillights have received an improved design and front spoiler was redesigned slightly. The interior changes are less visible. Got a new wheel design, and the Germans announced an increase in quality of materials.

German manufacturer hasn’t stopped only at external changes. Audi Q5 facelift will have a revised chassis and improved suspension and in the near future a new 3.0-liter TFSI engine will be available.

Ford EcoSport is the new Ford SUV small class

Those from Ford launches at Beijing 2012 the version of Ford EcoSport small SUV, which promises to directly rival Nissan Juke already known, but for the new Opel Mokka.

Initially, Ford EcoSport was presented as a concept earlier this year, but not at the Detroit Motor Show in 2012, how you would be tempted to believe, but at a salon titled less, but in a market with great potential: Show Auto New Delhi, India.

The model presented at the Beijing 2012 is not different, just the very few details of the concept of early Ford EcoSport showing both youthful and serious design. Although technical platform is based on the Ford Fiesta, EcoSport address more conventional lines, the character of SUV is emphasized primarily spare wheel, placed on the tailgate and hidden by a cover.

On a technical level, Ford EcoSport will provide, according to market new family of EcoBoost engines of 1.0 liters and 1.6 liters, and a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and diesel. The equipment is announcing rich EcoSport will take advantage of ESP, Parking sensors, the engine start button and Ford SYNC connectivity.

Custom Transit in cargo version kept passenger car design. Lines are still fresh, even atypical smooth for a car for a commercial use only. Van’s has a length of 4.96 meters and load capacity of its cargo space offered is 212 cubic meters.

Despite the growing tendency of producers to globalize their range as much as possible, European utility will make an exception. Although the new strategy of Ford to provide Fiesta, Focus and the future Mondeo models (in the U.S., Fusion) on both sides of the Atlantic works very well, Custom Transit will be sold just on the Old Continent.

RS Audi Q3 Concept – Beijing 2012
Ingolstadt manufacturer is preparing to make waves at Beijing Auto Show 2012, with a sport crossover concept that makes 360 hp range.

Audi Q3 has an evil side and soon we’ll see that. At Beijing Auto Show, the Germans will reveal most potent version of their crossover, and do not hesitate to equip it with turbo engine, installed under the hood of RS3 Sportback and TT RS.

In Q3 RS Concept, five-cylinder engine will develop 360 hp, which will translate in terms of performance, by starting 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and top speed of 265 km/h Predictably, the S tronic dual-clutch transmission will handle that no Nm is not lost on his way to the quattro system.

Unlike other RS models, in the case of Q3 RS wheel drive can only distribute torque to the front axle in low grip conditions. Returning to the rear axle is made by a electronically controlled multi-plate clutch. At design chapter, it seems that Audi Q3 Concept RS managed to acquire specific RS well. Bumper new streamlined dedicated the house, is characterized by large air intakes and the rear diffuser, double exhaust where we can observe.

Mercedes-Benz Citan is the answer of German manufacturer of urban commercial vehicle market. In terms of appearance, the small Citan is part of the Mercedes new design, which in future will be transmitted to other commercial vehicles of the mark.

Prospective customers can choose between three models of the body, depending on individual needs: Compact, Long and Extra Long. In terms of safety, the German manufacturer does not disappoint when it comes to commercial vehicles. Mercedes Citan comes standard with ESP, ABS, VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), TCS and ASR (Acceleration Skid Control). Inside the cabin we find harder and more resistant materials, specific to this segment. Ergonomics was a key priority for the German manufacturer, stating that Citan is the most comfortable car in its segment.

In the small van from Stuttgart are three diesel engines with power ranging from 75 hp to 110 hp and gasoline engine that produces 115 hp. The latter model is standard with Start&Stop system, available on the diesel versions but as an option. Mercedes-Benz Citan will be officially presented to Hanover in September this year.

Porsche takes the Nardo circuit
German manufacturer has recently announced that it will take starting from the May the test center in Nardo, Italy. Here will be tested not only manufacturer models in Stuttgart, but all Volkswagen cars.

Nardo test center is less than 20 km from the Italian city of that name in the province of Lecce. The circuit is known for oval track with a length of 12.5 km and 16 m wide that can reach speeds exceeding 320 km/h. Koenigsegg CCR holds the Nardo speed record, reaching a speed of 388 km/h.

Besides the oval track, the Nardo test center offers a 6.2 km circuit that Porsche will use to improve its handling models. German manufacturer took the test drive from Nardo Prototipo SpA  owned by Gian Mario Rossignolo, known for his unsuccessful attempts to revive the brand De Tomaso.

Porsche will start investment to bring the Italian circuit at German standards starting next month. In addition to developing new models, the Stuttgart manufacturer will provide prospective customers or partners can rent their own test circuit.