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design also gives the car’s proportions a sportier look, while in the cockpit a high-tech multimedia package plants the car firmly in the future. The latest A4 hits the road with a portfolio of communications and entertainment technology that leaves even luxury class cars looking ...
design also gives the car’s proportions a sportier look, while in the cockpit a high-tech multimedia package plants the car firmly in the future. The latest A4 hits the road with a portfolio of communications and entertainment technology that leaves even luxury class cars looking pale in comparison. compare it! - VW Polo Bluemotion vs. Ford Fiesta 1,6 TDCi Compacts are popular with people concerned about environmental issues, but not everyone who is worried about their carbon footprint wants to get rid of all the creature comforts, or that leap of response when they hit the gas. Today’s test looks at whether two stars of the economy class really live up to manufacturer promises. How environmentally friendly is the Polo Bluemotion really? Is the Ford Fiesta a viable alternative? Which of the two cars made the greater sacrifices in terms of power and comfort? Our test also takes a close look at the honesty of carmaker claims when they’re trying to push the latest low-carbon model. inside it! - Opel Antara FlexFix Biking is in. Whether you want to do some sightseeing in the city, hit the paths along a river in the country, or go mountain biking over rough terrain, it’s always good to have a two-wheeler along when you take a vacation in your four-wheeler. But what’s the best way to transport it? The new Flex-Fix system integrated into the Opel Antara has now made taking your bicycle along easier than ever before. Mounting a bike rack can be a laborious and exhausting process, but the Flex-Fix is a snap. When not in use, the two-bike rack slides into a nearly invisible ‘drawer’ unit built into the rear bumper. The new extra is a smart detail that should help the Antara hold its ground in the hotly-contested SUV and crossover class. admire it! - Mercedes C63 AMG The latest C63 AMG is the fifth generation of Mercedes AMG C-class cars to hit the road. The styling typical of the AMG helps give the C63 a distinctly different look compared to its C-class brothers and sisters. A swelling hood and chromed double-exhaust pipes help underline the sporty image. The C63 is also driven by a huge 6.3 liter V8 engine harnessing 457 horsepower. For those who like to almost leave the ground when they hit the gas, cars like this are pure joy – the C63 rockets to a hundred kilometers an hour from a standstill in just 4.5 seconds. picture it! - Climate protection - CO2 emissions per passenger In terms of emissions, what’s the most economical way to travel from Stuttgart to Berlin? Questions like these affect holidaymakers as well as business travelers. The alternatives are limited: planes, trains or automobiles. Finding out which of the three means of transport really has the least negative impact on the environment is not easy, but we gave it our best shot. taste it! - Chevrolet HHR A Chevrolet is an "American car". The GM subsidiary is finding it hard to shake that image in Europe, in spite of the fact that it has been offering exclusively European models since 2005. Chevrolet’s latest attempt at making a splash once again has a distinct American look. At just under four and a half meters, the Chevy HHR is a compact class car that looks a lot bigger than it is. It’s design, with nearly vertical sides and rear, is based on the legendary 1949 Chevrolet Suburban. A wide hood with a semicircular radiator grille and distinctive fenders complete the HHR’s retro look.
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Examine it! International Motor Show in Frankfurt IAA 2015
The International Motor Show, or IAA, is being held in ...
The International Motor Show, or IAA, is being held in Frankfurt for the 66th time. It all began over 115 years ago in Berlin with the presentation of eight cars. Today the IAA is one of world's most important automotive trade fairs. Its motto this year is "Mobility Connects". Some 1,100 exhibitors from 39 countries are presenting their newest products, including 219 world premieres.Drive it! took a look around and shows the trends that will shape mobility in the future.
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Test it! Porsche Boxster Spyder
The Spyder is the lightest and simultaneously the most powerful ...
The Spyder is the lightest and simultaneously the most powerful car in the Boxster series. It's a convertible that combines purism and power. Its lightweight roof and low driver position make for a low center of gravity. That and the 'streamliner' humps behind the roll bars give the vehicle its characteristic look.The car is powered by the 3.8-liter, 6-cylinder, 276-kilowatt engine familiar from the 911 Carrera S and has a 6-speed manual transmission. The Spyder accelerates from zero to 100 in 4.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 290 kilometers an hour.
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Picture it! VW V-Charge - Automatic Parking and Charging
The driver simply drops off a car at a parking ...
The driver simply drops off a car at a parking garage and goes shopping or straight to an appointment, while the vehicle locates a parking spot all by itself. And more than that: if the garage has charging stations, the car can even hook itself up, recharge its batteries and then park itself afterward, making the station available to other cars - all automatically.Self-parking cars pose no danger to other drivers or pedestrians: cameras, ultrasound sensors and emergency braking systems already developed for conventional models have been adapted for use in the V-Charge project. We look at the self-charging car and the charging station with its robot arm at work.
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Taste it! Mazda 2
The new Mazda 2, also badged as the Mazda Demio, ...
The new Mazda 2, also badged as the Mazda Demio, has shed its conservative image. The supermini's new look is sleeker and sportier. Mazda is targeting its M2 at younger, image-conscious buyers looking to make a self-confident appearance. And here the Japanese model definitely delivers.Its striking radiator grille and sharp headlights are similar to those used in the Mazda 3 and Mazda 6, and have already received a warm reception. We put the 66 kilowatt, gas-powered M2 through its paces.
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Drive it!: The Motor Magazine
The Frankfurt Motor Show presents mobility in an era of ...
The Frankfurt Motor Show presents mobility in an era of change. Electric vehicles could soon park themselves and charge their own batteries. But in a Porsche Boxster Spyder, you'll want to do everything yourself!Examine it! International Motor Show in Frankfurt IAA 2015The International Motor Show, or IAA, is being held in Frankfurt for the 66th time. It all began over 115 years ago in Berlin with the presentation of eight cars. Today the IAA is one of world's most important automotive trade fairs. Its motto this year is "Mobility Connects". Some 1,100 exhibitors from 39 countries are presenting their newest products, including 219 world premieres.Drive it! took a look around and shows the trends that will shape mobility in the future. Test it! Porsche Boxster SpyderThe Spyder is the lightest and simultaneously the most powerful car in the Boxster series. It's a convertible that combines purism and power. Its lightweight roof and low driver position make for a low center of gravity. That and the 'streamliner' humps behind the roll bars give the vehicle its characteristic look.The car is powered by the 3.8-liter, 6-cylinder, 276-kilowatt engine familiar from the 911 Carrera S and has a 6-speed manual transmission. The Spyder accelerates from zero to 100 in 4.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 290 kilometers an hour. Taste it! Mazda 2The new Mazda 2, also badged as the Mazda Demio, has shed its conservative image. The supermini's new look is sleeker and sportier. Mazda is targeting its M2 at younger, image-conscious buyers looking to make a self-confident appearance. And here the Japanese model definitely delivers.Its striking radiator grille and sharp headlights are similar to those used in the Mazda 3 and Mazda 6, and have already received a warm reception. We put the 66 kilowatt, gas-powered M2 through its paces. Picture it! VW V-Charge - Automatic Parking and ChargingThe driver simply drops off a car at a parking garage and goes shopping or straight to an appointment, while the vehicle locates a parking spot all by itself. And more than that: if the garage has charging stations, the car can even hook itself up, recharge its batteries and then park itself afterward, making the station available to other cars - all automatically.Self-parking cars pose no danger to other drivers or pedestrians: cameras, ultrasound sensors and emergency braking systems already developed for conventional models have been adapted for use in the V-Charge project. We look at the self-charging car and the charging station with its robot arm at work. Vintage! Tatra T87It looked like something from a 1930s science fiction series: the 1937 Tatra T87 was the avant garde of automotive design. Even with an output of just 75 horsepower, the aerodynamic T87 still reached tops speeds close to 150 kilometers per hour. Spats over the rear wheels and the long, sloping rear were an early attempt at streamlining.The striking fin down the back helped to stabilize the car at high speeds. Tatra collector Ulrich Platzek found his personal T87 not far from the old Tatra plant in the Czech Republic. Drive it! takes a closer look at this fanciful vintage Tatra.
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Vintage! Tatra T87
It looked like something from a 1930s science fiction series: ...
It looked like something from a 1930s science fiction series: the 1937 Tatra T87 was the avant garde of automotive design. Even with an output of just 75 horsepower, the aerodynamic T87 still reached tops speeds close to 150 kilometers per hour. Spats over the rear wheels and the long, sloping rear were an early attempt at streamlining.The striking fin down the back helped to stabilize the car at high speeds. Tatra collector Ulrich Platzek found his personal T87 not far from the old Tatra plant in the Czech Republic. Drive it! takes a closer look at this fanciful vintage Tatra.
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Present it! Jeep Cherokee
Jeep launched the very first compact SUV, the Cherokee, in ...
Jeep launched the very first compact SUV, the Cherokee, in 1984 - but times change. Today the once all-American model is based on the Alfa Romeo’s Guilietta. And the off-roader is now available with front-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual transmission, or with a 9-speed automatic.Three different four-wheel-drive systems are available. Our test model had the Active Drive 2 System, which boasts both a four-wheel system and a sports mode.
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Test it! Aston Martin Vantage N430
Aston Martin calls its Vantage N430 a sportscar for purists. ...
Aston Martin calls its Vantage N430 a sportscar for purists. Its colorful accents set the model apart from the standard Vantage. Aside from the blue and red paint job sported by our test model, buyers can also opt for color combinations featuring yellow or silver.Thanks to its 4.7 liter V8 engine, the Vantage flies from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, and has a top speed of 305 km/h. The N430 isn't exactly quiet to start with, but you can pump up the volume even more by pressing the 'Sport' button. Along with the sound from the exhaust, this mode also changes the engine response - making it a little more aggressive that it already is.
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Examine it! Caravan Salon 2015
As the summer season draws to a close in Europe, ...
As the summer season draws to a close in Europe, the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf has motorhomes fans already looking forward to their next vacation adventure.Some of these mobile homes can cost millions, but come with all the luxury features some people cannot do without. You can even take your washing machine along. Wim de Roos has no wish to, however. He’s created a men’s motorhome complete with beer garden and refrigerator on wheels.
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Spot it! Customized Bike Meet in Berlin
The new "pure & crafted" festival in Berlin brings together ...
The new "pure & crafted" festival in Berlin brings together an array of items of craftsmanship, including customized motorcycles. Drive It! spent time among the crowd to find out what makes individually stylized bikes so attractive.The two-day gathering isn't all cutting-edge, however. It also features a 1928 motodrome, the oldest still operating wall of death in the world - and a place where enthusiasts can see the motorcycles in action.
