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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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Test it! Mini Cooper SD Countryman
The "John Cooper Works” editions are the sportiest options for ...
The "John Cooper Works” editions are the sportiest options for each Mini model. They differ from the regular versions in both looks and racing acumen. Mini now offers an off-country John Cooper Works edition of the Countryman with an "Aerodynamic Kit”. The 105 kW engine delivers some 305 Newtonmeters at 1,750 rpm - outperforming even the original racing version.
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Spot it! Romaniacs 2015
The Romaniacs Hard Enduro motorcycle race is considered the toughest ...
The Romaniacs Hard Enduro motorcycle race is considered the toughest of its kind. Over four days, riders are pushed to the limit as they negotiate a 600 kilometer course through Romania's Carpathian mountains. All the sport's big stars turned out for this year's race.The Drive It! team was on hand to capture every second of the excitement, and interview the top riders. Tune in for all the details on who won this year's big race.
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Examine it! Vehicle safety: the perils of power windows
Not all automakers provide anti-trap protection on the back windows. ...
Not all automakers provide anti-trap protection on the back windows. That can be dangerous for children who start playing around with them. The Drive It! team carried out a series of tests that showed how a window that doesn't have this kind of protection easily sliced through a variety of vegetables. It's easy to find out whether your car comes with anti-trap protection.
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Drive it!: The Motor Magazine
Huyndai presents the new Tuscon, packed with safety features. The ...
Huyndai presents the new Tuscon, packed with safety features. The Mini Cooper SD Countryman boasts impressive racing qualities. The world’s best endurance riders gather for the 2015 Romanics. Plus: a legendary racing car: the Bentley 4 ½ LitrePresent it! Hyundai TusconThe Tucson was originally launched in 2005, and is now making a comeback. Following the revamp it looks like Hyundai’s biggest SUV, the Santa Fee. This is the first compact SUV to feature a radar-based collision alert with autonomous emergency brake assist, a blind spot assist and camera-based traffic sign recognition.Test it! Mini Cooper SD CountrymanThe "John Cooper Works” editions are the sportiest options for each Mini model. They differ from the regular versions in both looks and racing acumen. Mini now offers an off-country John Cooper Works edition of the Countryman with an "Aerodynamic Kit”. The 105 kW engine delivers some 305 Newtonmeters at 1,750 rpm - outperforming even the original racing version.Examine it! Vehicle safety: the perils of power windowsNot all automakers provide anti-trap protection on the back windows. That can be dangerous for children who start playing around with them. The Drive It! team carried out a series of tests that showed how a window that doesn't have this kind of protection easily sliced through a variety of vegetables. It's easy to find out whether your car comes with anti-trap protection.Spot it! Romaniacs 2015The Romaniacs Hard Enduro motorcycle race is considered the toughest of its kind. Over four days, riders are pushed to the limit as they negotiate a 600 kilometer course through Romania's Carpathian mountains. All the sport's big stars turned out for this year's race.The Drive It! team was on hand to capture every second of the excitement, and interview the top riders. Tune in for all the details on who won this year's big race. Vintage! Bentley 4 ½ LitreThe Bentley 4 ½ Litre is a milestone in motorsports history. In the Roaring Twenties almost a century ago, it was the monster pet of playboys. The mean machine makes every second on the road an adventure - and every curve a hair-raiser. The engine has only four cylinders, but a displacement of exactly 4.4 liters. Top speed is 150 km/h - by 1927 standards astronomical.
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Vintage! Bentley 4 ½ Litre
The Bentley 4 ½ Litre is a milestone in motorsports ...
The Bentley 4 ½ Litre is a milestone in motorsports history. In the Roaring Twenties almost a century ago, it was the monster pet of playboys. The mean machine makes every second on the road an adventure - and every curve a hair-raiser. The engine has only four cylinders, but a displacement of exactly 4.4 liters. Top speed is 150 km/h - by 1927 standards astronomical.
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Present it!: Mercedes GLC
The GLK has become the GLC. Mercedes' crossover is based ...
The GLK has become the GLC. Mercedes' crossover is based on its C-class, with considerably more room. The exterior offers softer lines than its predecessor. Improved aerodynamics, lightweight construction, and new drivetrains help improve fuel consumption, meaning a reduction of up to 19 percent lin CO2 emissions.Mercedes will intially offer the GLC with a choice of two diesel engines and one gasoline engine. A hybrid model is to follow soon.
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Test it: Seat Alhambra
The Seat Alhambra and the VW Sharan are the most ...
The Seat Alhambra and the VW Sharan are the most popular large-capacity vans with sliding doors. The Alhambra is the sporty brother of the Sharan. The model we tested starts just below 40,000 euros in Germany. Though it weighs 1.8 tons when empty, the Alhambra's fuel consumption is rated at 5.1 liters per 100 kilometers. But not if your driving style is sporty.
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Picture it: BMW Alternative Drive Systems
BMW has been researching hydrogen/fuel cells for over 15 years ...
BMW has been researching hydrogen/fuel cells for over 15 years now. Now, it's presented the prototype for a series-1 3-cylinder gasoline-powered production model with fuel efficiency enhanced by direct water injection in the combustion chambers. Almost ready to roll is a 2-series Active Tourer plug-in hybrid with an electric motor transverse-mounted over the rear axle.
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Taste it: VW Golf GTI Cabrio
This topless racer is a hot one indeed: the VW ...
This topless racer is a hot one indeed: the VW Golf GTI Cabriolet. Its 162 kilowatts of power and maximum torque of 350 newton meters above 1,500 revs let it go from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in 6.9 seconds. Luckily, the black soft top can be opened with just the push of a button. Letting the wind blow by you is the best way to keep a cool head with this sporty car.
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Vintage: Austin Healey 3000
Donald Healey had a need for speed: WWI Royal Flying ...
Donald Healey had a need for speed: WWI Royal Flying Corps pilot, race car driver, winner of the 1931 Monte Carlo Rally. When that wasn't enough, he decided to design and build his own sports car. The result was a masterpiece. Christoph Bauer takes an Austin-Healey 3000 for a test drive - and put his own strength and nerves to the test.