The Audi RS4 Avant 2013, the family of performance

Audi RS4 AvantGerman manufacturer Audi will use the visibility accruing under the Motor Show in Geneva to bring his family RS4 Avant on the market. This car will be powered by a 4.2-liter V8 that is rated at 450 horsepower. There is also talk of a couple of 317 pound-feet between 4000 and 6000 rpm. With a 0 to 100 km / h in 4.7 seconds and a top speed that reaches 280 km / h, it seems clear that the power is more than satisfactory for this family.

Audi offers its customers an interest-speed automatic dual-clutch 7-speed with paddle shifters. The RS4 rides on 265/35R19 tires base, but it is possible to opt for 260/30R20. Braking is provided by discs with 8 piston calipers at the front. It goes without saying that Audi receives all the necessary driver support. You have a family and you do not want to sacrifice performance for space? The RS4 Avant is for you!

The Ford KA Metal 2012: Promotion of the month at Ford

The Ford KA MetalSince Ford literally devotes a portion of its website, the Metal KA does not seem to be a simple refinement of the original KA. However, the small city of the American manufacturer shares many elements with his little sister.

Both are equipped with the same small 1.2 liter engine developing 69 horsepower. They also benefit from the same system “Stop & Start”.

The main difference between both cars is therefore manifested in anesthetics. The Ford KA Metal is entitled to a metallic paint and a specific interior black and chrome. However, the only three colors available for the latter are Starry Grey, Pearl Grey and Black Celeste.

Although the base price of the Metal KA is set at 13,050 Euros, it is possible, until February 29, you get it for less than 9000 Euros. The principle is simple, bring a car with 10 years or more to the dealer and receive a discount of 4,060 Euros to buy a Ford KA Metal 2012.

In reality, the Ford KA Metal is not being a finish of many of the small city of the American manufacturer. Still, it’s a safe bet that Ford will not hesitate to apply that formula to all of its vehicles if the Metal KA is a great success.

As Skoda wants to grow in the future Czech VW subsidiary focuses on new models and other markets.

As SkodaThe very successful in this country Czech carmaker Skoda wants to reduce its dependence on the European market. “Today, we sell 60 percent of our sales in Europe and 40 percent outside. By 2018 this ratio is expected to rotate completely,” said Skoda sales chief Jürgen Stackmann the industry magazine “Automotive News Europe.” In Russia, India and China wanted the Volkswagen subsidiary to grow even faster than in Western Europe.

High goals
China is already the largest market for the automaker. With 220,000 vehicles sold in 2011 a quarter of its Skoda cars in the Middle Kingdom. Skoda last year gave a total of 880,000 vehicles to customers – an increase of 15.3 percent over the previous year. By 2018, sales should rise around the world annually to 1.5 million vehicles, said stack man.

Europe remains important – 19 new models
Although Skoda is counting on emerging markets, aiming for the car makers to further growth in Europe. Stackmann expects “that the absolute number of sales for Europe will continue to rise. Our market share in Western Europe at three percent. I see more potential in any case.” As previously reported, Skoda brings in the next few years 19 (!) New models (including facelifts) at the start. We start with the city car Citigo and the new Rapid is from the 2012 Geneva Motor Show presents (from 8 March), the production version. The car will bridge the gap between Octavia and Fabia and shows for the first time the brand new face

G-Class is further manufactured in Graze Due to high demand production of the ground-goer is increased.

G ClassThe German car manufacturer Mercedes allows the SUV of G-Class price concessions to the contract manufacturer Magna Stern plant in Graze further in-Theodor finished, as the Reuters news agency reported on Wednesday. The “basic assumptions” are between Magna Stern and Daimler “tuned and fixed,” a Daimler spokesman told Reuters on Wednesday in Stuttgart, which media reports have been officially confirmed on Tuesday. The long-term oriented contract work lies “currently in the finalization process.”

Threatened withdrawal
Daimler had threatened to company sources, according to Magna Stern with the withdrawal of the contract manufacturing for over 30 years at the Magna Stern plant in Graze-made series and price concessions demanded. Otherwise, the production could take place in the new Hungarian car plant of Mercedes-Benz, Daimler had the sources said his long-time contractor explains. The new model is in the current year on the market. Since its introduction in 1979 of 220,000 cars in civil and military versions were sold in 2011, sales climbed by almost 30 percent.

Number is increased
Daimler wants the production to 8,500 pieces in 2012 and in the years to increase due to some military contracts, perhaps even 10,000 per year and therefore have a lower price brought into play.

Now comes the new Audi A5 Abt

Now comes the new Audi A5 Abt
Audi has missed the sleek coupe a facelift recently.

Audi A5 AbtShortly after the presentation of the AS4 brings the world’s largest tuner of vehicles from the Volkswagen group, Abt SportsLine, the Allgäu has revamped the next car from the manufacturer Audi in the trade. This time, the tuner to the A5 care, the – recently got a facelift – as the A4.

Improved Performance
Thus equipped the tuned A5 not only looks fast, but really fun, even in everyday life, he has donated a power boost Abt. Shall afford such as the three-liter diesel instead of the standard 245 HP 300 HP engine. The 2.0 TFSI 270 hp are after optimization of (standard: 211 hp). Other engine options are currently under development and will be presented at a later date. Thus, the additional horses are also brought to the streets, especially for the AS5 optimized chassis springs and a coil suspension available. A sport brake system which Acutrim with disc diameters of 345 or 380 millimeters, is also available.

Design
A modified front spoiler, side skirts big, new fender insets, full rear skirt, rear spoiler and discreet of the four-pipe rear muffler let the AS5 confident in the street. He does not polling, but still stands out from the standard model. A large selection of alloy wheels round off the visual change – should be here for every taste something suitable.

Mitsubishi: Could this be the beginning of the end?

Mitsubishi: Could this be the beginning of the end?

MitsubishiKnown for both the success of some of its vehicles and rally for its exceptional guarantees, the Japanese automaker Mitsubishi seems to know the major problems today.

Having recently removed several models of the market, the Japanese manufacturer has now announced the closure of its only plant in Western Europe located more specifically Netherlands.

There are rumors that Mitsubishi would also intends to withdraw from the Canadian market due to poor sales figures.

The Japanese automaker based its hopes on its new I-miev which, thanks to strong environmental awareness, could face a huge success.

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Citan: A concept seriously

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Citan: A concept seriously

Directly inspired by the Renault Kangoo, the Mercedes-Benz Citan gets its name from the fusion between “city” and “Titan”.

For now, the German manufacturer’s utility exists only on paper, the project could quickly become a reality thanks to a significant increase in sales of Daimler in January 2012.

Wishing to extend its range and to expand its clientele, Mercedes-Benz expects to present its next show at Citan LAA to be held in Hanover in September.

Although no information on it is not yet available to the public, Citan would certainly benefit from a diesel mechanics.The 2012 Mercedes-Benz

smart fortwo 2, a discreet facelift

smart fortwo 2, a discreet facelift

a discreet faceliftWe can not deny it, the brand smart marked the history of the automobile. It is she who has indeed introduced the mini-city in urban areas. Today, the mini-city has greatly democratized for practical and economic reasons and thus not confined to an audience of more connected ailments. In order to keep its place as a pioneer, will present the smart next Geneva Motor Show the restyling of its fortwo 2.

The changes for the future car purchase ahead subtle. With grille greater incorporating a logo and redesigned shield can accommodate optional LED daytime, the face of the fortwo now resembles that of the Electric Drive available in the agent auto. Of new skirts the sides are also notable, in addition to new wheels. The Auto agents also propose a new color gray for the body.

For engines fortwo remains equal to itself. Base, there will be 1.0 blocks gasoline HD of 61 and 71 horses, an electric version Ed and a diesel with an output of 54 hp. For finishing higher, a 84 hp turbo engine and a bureaus 102 hp available.

2012 Lancia Musa

2012 Lancia Musa

Lancia MusaI cannot comment on the new Lancia Musa. As nice as it is, elegance and convenience doubtful unconvincing make this car a real phenomenon on four wheels. The majority of vehicles are already offered by Lancia as a Chrysler, but things are different for Musa. Nevertheless, this compact for safe air to more than one trick up his sleeve.

If I had to describe the performance of Musa in a word, pathetic is undoubtedly the best option. In its most powerful, this compact requires 11.5 seconds for 0-100. In addition, its maximum speed does not exceed 175 km / h.However, Musa is not designed for racing. It is first a car destined to urban life.

Its low fuel consumption of 6.0 l/100km in the combined cycle demonstrates excellence in economics. Diesel engines even more economical option is also available. According to the manufacturer, it consumes less than 3.7 l/100km in the extra-urban cycle.

New Renault Modus for 2012

New Renault Modus for 2012New Renault Modus for 2012

On the market of the auto since 2004 the Renault Modus, for the year 2012, sees its range rejuvenate.
This new car will be divided in three versions: energetic modus and expression. This changes the habits of the builder usually has five.

For renault sales not going along with the new. That’s why he relies on this car that has already won in the past and that will seduce even better with new features that were added.

On appearance of this new renault purchase, it should not be any major changes.
The main advantage of this renault is the fact that the new modus 2012 is much more environmentally friendly than its predecessors. Furthermore, when we look at each one, we can see that the equipment is different. The modus. Com has just the air conditioning and a radio CD player. In the range above equipment are evolving and increasingly sophisticated. This is the case for the dynamic modus which is equipped with metal tires 16 inches and can even be offered a sunroof.

The agent auto wants to believe even though seven years of this car has not seen sales figures exceptional. However, it may be hoped that the opening of this market modus own self-gain the respect of his future buyers.

The selling price of this basic renault modus is set at 9900 euros for the version. com. The most expensive model should be the modus dynamic will be sold around 19 000 euros.

We must hope that this new modus auto sells better than previous ones.