Ford Insurance: New Ford Fiesta Imprompted Combusts, Ford Takes No Blame on It

Ford Insurance: New Ford Fiesta Imprompted Combusts, Ford Took No Blame on It, A woman from Cape town whose new Ford Fiesta apparently spontaneously caught fire while parked in her garage, is locked in a dispute with Ford Motor Company in South Africa on compensation for financial losses.

Ford Insurance, Dalida Hugo said the car was parked in a closed car in the garage of his rented apartment in Sea Point on March 26, when it is in flames, was severely damaged in a car in her garage and next to the garage, and also destroyed the personal effects which she had kept in the garage.

Ford Insurance, Dalida bought the car last year was highlighted by her insurance company. It had about 12,500 miles and has not yet had its first service.

Ford Insurance, Dalida claimed that she was out of pocket for an amount of about R130 700

Ford Insurance, This included R19 260 gap between the payment of her insurance company and amount of the settlement of a contract of automobile financing with Ford Credit, the assurance of R7 775.12 for eight months before the car is damaged and depreciated value of personal property destroyed in the fire, and cost of repairing damaged garages and construction.

Ford Insurance, SA Ford, on 20 May offered Dalida a R30 000 discount on a new Ford vehicle for a permanent and independent forensic investigators, the statement designated as the official cause of the fire was "an accident" and that she does there was "no indication that the fire occurred as a result of a design error."

Ford Insurance, A Ford SA' letter to Dalida said that the report of the Investigators said the fire started in the engine compartment, the air filter box and the battery, and no evidence of deliberate ignition, pre-fire takes effect or interfering with any components or wiring in a harness.

Ford Insurance, Dalida has accepted the offer from Ford SA period of hire vehicle investigation.

Ford Insurance, However, after expressing his dissatisfaction with discount offers R30 000, Dalida has received another letter from Ford on the same day asking him to return the car loan the next day (May 21).

Ford Insurance, Dalida also said it would charge a fee for the vehicle between May 22 and announced the offer of a R30 000 discount would be terminated on May 27

Ford Insurance, SA wrote to Ford and complained that one person, she felt harassed the company and their offer was completely impossible.

Ford Insurance, Dalida also complained that he had been placed under immense emotional stress and anxiety, as Ford had pre-investigation, and the pressure exerted on him by other tenants and owners of the flat complex repair the damage caused by fire.

Ford Insurance, Dalida told Business Report he wanted Ford SA to invest it back in the same position as it was before this incident and take financial responsibility for any losses he had incurred in the product.

Ford Insurance, Lloyd Marlowe, Ford spokesman said SA discount offer a gesture of good will to support Dalida with the purchase of replacement vehicles and failure to replace him in the car.

Ford Insurance, "Although the insurance company has reimbursed Mrs. Hugo replacement value of a new vehicle, we wanted to express our willingness to Mrs. Hugo." Marlowe said Hugo had seven days to consider the rebate offer from Ford, which was considered sufficient for her to make a decision. The car loan was "a courtesy that was extended to all Mrs. Hugo seven weeks of study. As the investigation is now complete, we have requested the return of the vehicle, he said.

Ford Insurance, Marlowe confirmed Ford SA has a specific policy for handling customer complaints. The company has positioned itself well-being and satisfaction of its first customers and employees with a process for dealing with customer complaints as quickly and as efficiently as possible. He commented: "We followed the same process in the treatment of Mrs. Hugo."

Ford Insurance, Dalida has filed a complaint with the Ombudsman of the automotive industry and also consulted a lawyer. Attempts to get comment from the Ombudsman was in vain. Dalida is waiting for legal advice in this area.

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You've Got An Interior Job That Looks Like A Dream. But All Of That Would Be Superficial If You Don't Have A Good Car Stereo System In Your Ride.

You've got an interior job that looks like a dream. But all of that would be superficial if you don't have a good car stereo system in your ride.

Toyota Corolla for hire in Bulgaria

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Renault Samsung: today business

Renault Samsung: today business - Today, Renault Samsung Motors (RSM) has a good market position in Korea's automobile, with its SM5 cars to stand out from competitors. In addition, RSM is in the process of changing its product architecture based on a foundation of Renault Nissan. For example, the new generation Nissan Sylphy Mégane resumes SM3 base. Furthermore, in accordance with the development trend of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, petrol engines continued to be provided by Nissan, while diesel engines will be supplied by Renault. In addition, QM5 (a cross in the name of the Vehicle Code: H45) was developed jointly with Nissan (which is also using the QM5 as a basis for its next Xtrail, codenamed P32M). It is sold in Korea, Europe, China, Mexico and South America, and more new vehicles are expected in the future.

This will increase the company's current production capacity of 125 000 ~ 130 000 units of about 250,000 in 2010, when most of the production has increased direct BRIC countries, including China, Russia, and even in parts' Europe.

As Renault does not have R & D and only a few plants in Asia, RSM expansion efforts spearheaded by Renault in the rapidly developing market in Asia. Furthermore, Renault continued to use the name "Samsung" until 2020 under a licensing agreement with Samsung Group.

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Toyota Aygo for rent in Bulgaria

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Lithium Drive: LA 2010: Seduced By Lithium - Toyota RAV4 EV, Powered By Tesla Tsla, Tnr.v,

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If it's Memorial Day Weekend, We Must Be in Magnolia Springs

The Grotto

One of the longest-running events on the South Alabama British Car Club activities calendar is the Memorial Day weekend annual Lawn Party at St.John's Catholic Church in beautiful Magnolia Springs, Alabama. This fundraiser for the church, now in its 86th year, is a pleasurable outing for the club membership. The organizers invite the club to bring our classic British cars to display in a grotto area near the main church building.

Most of those making the trek to Magnolia Springs met at the Daphne Starbucks Coffee for a quick jolt of caffeine prior to the start of the drive. We had a nice caravan of four cars consisting of Jack & Linda Ross (Jaguar E-Type), Keith and Donna Jarvis (Triumph TR3), Alan McDonald (MGB) and yours truly in the trusty Mini. Club President, Noel Eagleson reported that his MGB was having clutch issues and came in his "grown-up" car. Ron Wolverton and Club Secretary, Becky Kramer came in their small SUV to carry coolers, the popup tent, chairs and other necessities of the day.

British Iron on Display

We took the long way there taking advantage of the scenic drive down county road 98 along the bayfront all the way to Mary Ann Beach Road where we rejoined US highway 98 into Magnolia Springs. The cloudless morning and constant breeze off the bay made for a wonderful drive, the Sunday morning traffic being mostly runners and cyclers. More than a few waved or tossed us a thumbs up as our caravan drove by. 

Our arrival at St. John's was welcomed by the volunteer workers and our own SABCC'er Elaine Coll, widow of Jaguar enthusiast and SABCC charter member Vinc Coll. It was certainly good to see her again. We parked under an ancient live oak that shades the grotto and we were treated to the fragrance of the many gardenias in bloom on the property. 

Antique Agricultural Engine Display

The sound of antique agricultural machinery running drew us over for a look at the "hit and miss" engines on display. We were also taken with an extensive antique tool collection on display and were pleased to see a number of Abingdon and Joseph Lucas tools in the collection, adding another British angle to  the day. 

Once the popup tent was popped up, we each claimed our share of the shade and relaxed and chatted with the many folks who dropped by to check out the cars on display. The group was joined shortly by Richard Cunningham in his Jaguar XJ-S who also had his nieces and nephew on board for the morning. Alan's wife, Debbie and their daughter Kelley also dropped by for a visit to the sale tables and take in the scenery.

SABCC Headquarters

It wasn't long before the gang decided that the great smell of the barbeque was too much to ignore so we duly bought our meal tickets and chowed down. I will say that it was quite good and the portions were generous indeed. A few of the members wandered through the plant sale tents for a green souvenir of the day. The hydrangeas were particularly nice.

We were met shortly after lunch by our Club Secretary-Emeritus Sandy Walter and her better half Sam who came by after their church services were over. 

Around 2:30, Richard and I saddled up for the trip back to points north. The rest of the gang relaxed in the afternoon breeze in Magnolia Springs a little longer before they made their way back home as well.

As always, the club would like to thank the volunteers at St. John's Catholic for inviting us to be part of their day. We eagerly look forward to visiting again next year.

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New Car: 2011 Porsche 911 Special Edition

Porsche has unveiled yet another special-edition Porsche 911, this time to celebrate 10 years of the company in China.

The car – based on the Porsche Turbo S model – features a gold exterior, 19-inch alloys, carbonfibre bonnet and rear spoiler and 10th anniversary badging on the door sills as well as an individual plaque.

Inside the special 911 gets Alcantara seats with contrasting gold stitching, carbonfibre touches to the dash and new floor mats.

Power remains the same as the standard model, with the Turbo S’s 3.8-litre engine producing 523bhp and 516lb ft of torque, enough to launch the car to 60mph in 3.3sec and onto a top speed of 196mph.

Although pricing hasn’t been announced, numbers for the anniversary model will be limited to just 10 units.

Thanks to: Autocar

New Car: 2012 Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster

As soon as we learned that Mercedes-Benz had commissioned its AMG performance division to build a Gullwing redux, we knew a convertible version wouldn’t be far behind. For one thing, its progenitor, the 1950s-era 300SL, was offered in both hardtop and roadster varieties (though never at the same time). Each was beautiful in its own right, and both are pricey collectibles today. And Mercedes-Benz itself repeatedly spilled the ragtop beans, at media gatherings that took place before the launch of the coupe, by dropping the yet-to-be-revealed car into a Super Bowl commercial, and by recently offering its own “spy” shots of the car. But only now has the complete body of information on autodom's worst-kept secret, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG roadster, been made public.

There are few surprises. We knew, for starters, that the convertible would be built around an aluminum space frame, just like the coupe. We figured that front hinged-doors and a cloth top would not contribute much additional weight, considering the complex doors and roof-mounted hinges on the coupe. Turns out we were right: At a Mercedes-claimed 3661 pounds, the roadster weighs just 88 pounds more than the company reports for the bewinged car. This is in spite of added bracing around the windshield, the rear axle, and the base of the doors, as well as an additional crossmember to support the fixed roll bars behind the seats. Mercedes-Benz claims that the space frame weighs less than five pounds more than its hardtop counterpart.

The frame for that top is composed of steel, magnesium, and aluminum, with the cloth skin presenting a profile that appears just as sleek as that of the coupe. We expect that shape will work well with the deployable trunk-mounted spoiler to help match the coupe’s high-speed aerodynamics. The three-layer top, which is available in black, red, or tan, may be raised or lowered in a scant 11 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph. Regardless of the top deployment, trunk space roughly matches that of the coupe, at a meager 6.1 cubic feet (versus 6.2 for the coupe).

Something else we knew before the official info release is that the SLS AMG roadster would get the same glorious, AMG-designed, 6.2-liter V-8 as the coupe, sending the same 563 hp at 6800 rpm and 479 lb-ft of torque at 4750 rpm to the rear axle via the same carbon-fiber driveshaft. Likewise, the coupe’s seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle serves as the roadster’s sole gearbox, with four driver-selectable shift modes and a “Race Start” launch-control feature (though we hope that AMG heard our cries for quicker shifts in manual mode). The standard vented and cross-drilled disc brakes and optional two-piece carbon-ceramic discs also are shared with the coupe.

The roadster will offer an optional active suspension with three-mode, driver-selectable adaptive shocks; the options are Comfort, Sport, and Sport Plus. According to Mercedes-Benz, the feature will be offered on the coupe in the future, although for now the roadster alone offers this upgrade over the standard suspension (which is already rather capable). With no powertrain changes of consequence, then, the roadster’s minor difference in mass and—presumably—weight distribution may only slightly affect its ability to match the coupe’s 3.5-second 0-to-60 time and 151-foot 70-to-0-mph stopping distance. Of course, we won’t know for sure until we strap our test equipment to it, but for the record, Mercedes-Benz states the SLS AMG Roadster’s 0–60 time as 3.7 seconds, and its top speed as a very breezy 197 mph (same as the coupe).

Thanks to: Car and Driver

Google News:Google Chrome team aware of and working on “tab overload” problem

Google Chrome team aware of and working on “tab overload” problem :
Parts of Google’s Chrome team hit up Reddit for a six-hour-long forum (known as an AMA or “Ask Me Anything”) to answer all sorts of Google-related questions. Besides the insane Internet speed at Google that we learned about, another hot topic addressed was the tabs issue that many Chrome users encounter problems with.
One user asked if the “massive tab overload” problem was in Google’s test set. If you’re unfamiliar with this problem, it’s probably because you don’t have 30+ tabs open at any given time. What often happens is the speed becomes excruciatingly slow, and plugins and add-ons crash. Clearly, the solution would be to have less tabs open at a time, but this commenter wanted to know if there was some “trick/feature/workaround/usage model” that we’re not understanding.
Google’s product manager, Jeff Chang, answered that they’ve “definitely been thinking about how to improve the UI and user experience when you have lots of tabs open.” Cheng said their data has shown the vast majority of users never actually have that many tabs open, but for “power users,” he said they know it’s an important issue.
One commenter points out how Google was “such a huge success in the beginning because power users (geeks) love it.” He said they made it the default in all their friends computers, meaning one power user can often equal dozens of customers down the line.
Google software engineer Peter Kasting said they’re working to make a multi-tab selection, so it’s easy to mass-close, reorder, or mass-move tabs between windows. They’d like to work on tab width modifications, for example, a fisheye effect, magnifier effects, etc., and have created some mock-ups, but there’s yet to be any implementation. Also, Google wants to create a “switch to tab” in the omnibox, so that typing a URL that’s already open will change th tab instead of navigating. He said it’s hard to find good solutions for when people have dozens of tabs open.
Feel free to read through the plethora of comments and threads and share with us any more information you’re able to deduct. There’s a lot.

Renault Clio for rent in Bulgaria

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Year:	2006
Engine:	Gasoline
Engine Size:	1.2i ccm
Doors:	5
Seats:	4+1
A/C:	Yes
Stereo:	Yes
Alarm:	Yes
Power windows:	Yes
Central lock:	Yes
Air Bag/s:	Yes
Luggage:	2 suitcase & 2 bags

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India: Ford, GM and Honda Sales Drops In April 2011

India: Ford, GM and Honda Sales Drops In April 2011 - Interest rates rose and prices of cars has a negative impact on the balance sheet of the manufacturer. The Indian subsidiary of General Motors, Ford and Honda Motor posted sales drops in the month of April 2011. Auto experts estimate that this would signal a difficult year for the entire automotive industry.

General Motors India registered a 5.19 percent drop in sales in April 2011, to 10,050 over the same month last year. In April 2011, the company sold 3889 units of small car Spark, 2447 Beat hatchback units, 157 units of premium hatch UVA, 162 units of Aveo entry-level sedan, 376 units of mid-size sedan Optra and 939 units Cruze sedan.

Honda Siel Cars India reported 43.76 per cent decline in sales is 2012 units in April compared with 3,578 units sold during the same month a year ago. Sales in April of 1542 consisted of units of its flagship sedan of the city, 112 units of the Jazz hatchback, 253 units of premium sedan Civic, 83 units of luxury sedan Accord and 22 units of its SUV CR-V, the company said in a statement.

U.S. automaker Ford's Indian subsidiary Ford India has reported a slight decline of 2.5 percent of sales in April to 7319 units. The company recorded sales of 7,509 units in the same month last year. But the company was encouraged to see their new world festival to receive a response after it opened recently.

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Ford Prediction: U.S. 2011 Sales Reaches to 13 Million

Ford Prediction: U.S. 2011 Sales Reaches to 13 Million - Ford's top U.S. sales analyst provides closed at its highest in recent years, strong in 2011, which could see the industry's sales approach 13 million vehicles.

George Pipas said Monday that U.S. auto sales in December are running about 12 million seasonally adjusted annual rate (Saar) for the third consecutive month, sales and 2011 will be "closer to 13 million 12.

"We have great confidence that 2011 will be stronger sales of 'year," Pipas said.

Edmunds.com gives its December sales forecast this week and is looking for 2011 sales of about 12.9 million vehicles.

The Relatively High Note Ends

The U.S. auto industry has had four quarters of sequential improvement in the Saar a 10.7 million SAAR in the fourth quarter of 2009 to 12 million in the fourth quarter of this year - the highest since the premium puzzle power the third quarter of 2008.

Pipas said in December DDA could be slightly above or slightly below 12 million a wound. The "joker", he said, is the fact that Christmas and New Year holidays fall on weekends, which is usually very busy selling days in parts of the country, but when retailers will be closed this year.

He predicted a close year total to 11.5 million vehicles sold, still ranks up sales in the second year for the industry since 1982, 2009 was the worst since.

Still, Pipas said, "how do we end in 2010, bodes well for 2011, 12 million is a good starting point."

Ford has not issued an official, but the forecasts issued in 2011 reiterated Pipas of Ford, Alan Mulally, CEO of last week that 2011 industry sales in the United States "will be closer to 13 to 12 million euros. "

Two main factors slowed travel sales increased: unemployment and housing.

Little expected employment growth will "weigh on economic growth into 2011," Pipas said. In addition, he said, there are no signs that the housing sector will recover, and "Home sales and trucks are closely correlated."

Ford Solid Performance

Ford is on track to rank No. 2 in U.S. sales, ahead of Toyota for the first time since 2007. Ford's sales increases have doubled the industry average this year compared to last, which Ford to increase market share to 16.4 percent. In fact, Ford has earned a point of market share every year since 2008.

Pipas not expect the market share from Ford in 2011, but said the automaker is looking for growth.

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About Renault Samsung Motors

Renault Samsung Motors is a Korean automaker. It was first established as Samsung Motors in 1994 and began selling cars in 1998, just before South Korea was hit by the Asian financial crisis. Negotiations with Renault started in December 1998 and September 2000, Renault bought a 70% stake for 512 million dollars.

Samsung Motors (also known as the SMI) was born after Samsung Chairman Lee Kun Hee, recognized as the pinnacle of the automotive industry in many other industries. Samsung Group, this would be possible to exploit the resources and technologies of the whole group, including Samsung Electronics and Samsung Electrics. Unfortunately, the Samsung Samsung Motors was set up as soon as the Asian economic crisis hit. Samsung sold the SMI, and other key subsidiaries. SMI was the sale of Daewoo Motors and is one of the first companies involved, but the worsening of the crisis had bought a GM. Hyundai Motors has also been considered as a possible buyer, but the company policy and the battle between the Samsung Group and Hyundai Group has made this impossible.

A Nissan Cefiro S Touring, which formed the basis for an old version of SM5.

Along with a personal affection for the cars, the dream of Mr. Lee, to build a world power such as technical assistance SMI Nissan started the company at the top of the SMI was a terrible financial straits. SMI membership of Nissan might be a reason for Renault to buy a large part of society, because Renault had become a major shareholder in Nissan at the latest. One of the designers soon SMI has indicated that the subsidiaries or technical SMI was initially Volkswagen and Honda. However, its financial situation Nissan was forced to publish its technology and expertise in SMI. Nissan also supplied the SMI Motors, Nissan, one of which is famous for its V6 VQ23DE, VQ35DE now been replaced.

Since 1999, Renault Samsung Motors sold cars in Chile, when the company launched SQ5 (then SM5). In 2011, Chile is the only country that RSM has sold its cars from Renault and Renault Samsung Motors not rebadged.

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New Car: 2011 Mahindra Scorpio EX

Mahindra & Mahindra has launch an entry level version of its flagship model Scorpio, called Scorpio EX. The new offering is powered by a 75bhp m2DiCR engine, and offers a mileage of 14kmpl mileage (as per ARAI). This new offering is priced at Rs.7.21 lakhs (ex-showroom Pune, for BSIV).

The new 2.5 litre m2DiCR engine with 75bhp power and 220NM torque, is a product of efficient engineering. It is equipped with the fuel-saving Micro Hybrid technology, which allows it to intelligently switch the engine into the standby mode, when not required – ensuring lower fuel consumption while being more environment-friendly too. Compliant with stringent BSIV emission norms, the Scorpio Ex emits lower emissions leading to a reduced carbon footprint.

Additional features include crash protection crumple zones, to protect passengers in the unfortunate event of a collision and the digital immobilizer which protects the vehicle from theft. Further, effortless acceleration enables the vehicle to go from 0 to 60 kmph in just 11.2 seconds. The Scorpio Ex is available in four attractive colours namely Rocky Beige, Diamond White, Fiery Black and Mist Silver.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Vivek Nayer, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., said “At Mahindra, our endeavour has always been to offer the best-in-class products and this new offering from the Scorpio stable is no exception. With its easy drivability, great mileage and refined performance, I am sure that the Scorpio Ex will be an instant hit with young customers looking for an affordable entry point into the Scorpio franchise. An unmitigated success in the SUV segment since its launch, the Scorpio has kept up its momentum with constant up-gradations and new offerings.”

Thanks to: Autocar India

Hot News: Tata Plans to Release Nano Micro-Hybrid?

The Nano is gradually gaining traction in the market, and by the end of this year, Tata Motors showrooms may also sell a micro-hybrid version, of the small car.

When contacted, a Tata Motors spokesperson said that the company “does not comment on the company’s product plans”. The Nano micro-hybrid will be another example of Tata Motors’ growing capabilities in greener technologies. It will launch an electric version of the Indica Vista in Europe this year.

Earlier, it had showcased an electric Ace and had also run a few hybrid buses during the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi last year. We learn that the micro-hybrid technology may be supplied by a German tier I supplier. Currently, German component majors Bosch and Continental supply some key components to the Nano.

The Nano clocked its highest monthly sales volume of 10,000 units last month. Cumulatively, around 80,000 units of the Nano have been sold since its roll out from Sanand in June last year.
Thanks to: Autocar India

Hot News: Mazda RX-9 Hybrid Gets Green Light?

The Mazda RX-8 will be replaced – but this time, the super-smooth rotary engine will be much less thirsty, thanks to hybrid technology borrowed from Toyota. And a Mazda source in Japan has confirmed that development of the newcomer – likely to be dubbed RX-9 – is well underway.

Our exclusive image shows how the car could look, revealing styling inspired by 2010’s Shinari four-door coupé concept. That means flowing lines and sharp edges, suggesting the agility Mazda sports cars have become synonymous with.

It dumps the RX-8’s innovative four- door set-up, but it’s under the bonnet that the biggest changes come. Using technology borrowed from partner Toyota, the rotary engine will now become a range-extender – a petrol motor that helps keep a bank of lithium-ion batteries topped up, similar to the system in Vauxhall’s Ampera.

“Smaller, lighter, cleaner, more efficient and fun to drive. That’s where we want to take the next rotary car,” said our Mazda source. To make it lighter, the RX-9 will actually be based on the new MX-5 platform, which uses Mazda’s weight-saving SKYACTIV technology.

However, for now, the RX-9 will play second fiddle to the roadster. “We must give priority to the next generation MX-5,” said our source. “We only have a small band of guys working on the RX-9.”

Expect it to be launched in late 2013. For more details click here.

Thanks to: Auto Express

New Car: 2011 Kia Soul Hamstar Edition

Kia’s “This and That” commercial, which starred animated hamsters waxing poetic about the Soul hatchback, was nothing if not memorable. Whether you loved it or hated it, ratings group Nielsen awarded the spot its “Automotive Ad of the Year” award for 2010. Kia is celebrating the honor by launching a special-edition model dubbed Soul Hamstar Edition.

This is just the latest in an excessively long list of special-edition Kia Soul models. Prior ones include the White Tiger, Ghost, Ignition, Dragon, and Denim. Why the change from hamster to hamstar for this car’s name? Presumably because the special model has a big black star emblazoned on its hood.

Hamstar models begin life as a Molten Red Kia Soul+ with a four-speed automatic transmission. They’re dressed up with the aforementioned black star graphic, matte-black stripes on the driver and passenger doors, black fender vents, a blacked-out fuel door, and black 18-inch wheels. Upgrades for the interior encompass special Hamstar floor mats, black leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, and an upgraded sound system with 315-watt amplifier and speaker lights that pulse in sync with music.

“We are committed to keeping [the Kia Soul] fresh, fun and relevant in the marketplace and the special edition Hamstar Soul is the latest embodiment of that philosophy,” said Michael Sprague, vice president of Kia marketing and Communications.

If, like the commercial’s rapping rodents recommend, you decide to “go with this”, your Kia dealer will require a check for $20,990 (including destination.) The regular 2011 Soul+ automatic starts at $17,190.

Like previous special editions, the Kia Soul Hamstar will only be available for a limited time. If you miss out on this car, don’t worry: Kia tells us more customized Souls are in the cards for later this year.

Thanks to: Motor Trend

Spied: 2012 BMW M3 GTS

BMW added the orangalicious, bewinged, and stripped-out GTS to the M3 coupe lineup last summer; the next model in the special-edition pecking order, apparently, is the M3 sedan.

Such a model was previewed by the Lightweight M3 Sedan Concept shown this past April, and now the company is putting the production version through its paces at the Nürburgring. Heck, the car seen here may actually be the “concept,” as it looks identical—right down to the black wheels—excepting windows you can actually see through and the missing chin spoiler.

This special M3 won’t be an exact, tit-for-tat partner for the GTS. BMW says that, in the interest of streetability, the GTS sedan will instead occupy the wafer-thin real estate between that hard-core variant and the stock car. It’s thus unlikely to make as much power as the 444-horse GTS (or get that car’s bored-out 4.4-liter), instead utilizing a slightly brawnier version of the regular 4.0-liter S65 V-8, which is good for 414 hp in basic tune.

It also clearly won’t get the GTS’s huge, junge-racer spoiler, and the navy paint is several steps less garish than the two-door’s tangerine stuff. It will, however, follow the GTS’s lead in reducing curb weight, although the exact method is unknown at this point. Figure on expanded use of carbon fiber, as well as a few key equipment deletions.

Full details on the car—including the final name, which could incorporate GTS or even resurrect the old Evolution addendum—will emerge from the M division’s big party at the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring in June. Don’t rush to your local dealer to drop a deposit, though, as this one’s probably joining the GTS as a limited-production European exclusive.

Thanks to: Car and Driver

Spied: 2013 Mercedes GL-Class

The arrival of the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GL-class brute is drawing closer, and today our spies got their best look yet at the next three-row ute at, of all places, the Nürburgring.

While the development mule pictured here is still wearing a good bit of camouflage, there is much we can tell about the GL. First and foremost is that, like its platform mate, the soon-to-be-unveiled 2012 ML-class, it will probably look much like the vehicle it replaces. A similar rising beltline, blunt nose, and upright profile all are evident here, although the detailing will certainly change. The windows should get larger, with the backlight becoming more sloped, and, from these pictures, it looks like the rear fender line will sweep all the way back to the bumper.

Also expected to return is the fuel-efficient 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V-6, which makes 210 hp and 400 lb-ft in today’s truck. Although a 300-hp V-6 is possible for other markets, gas-powered GLs in the U.S. will probably use V-8s only. The 550 will get Benz’s fabulous new twin-turbo 4.7-liter V-8, with output between 400 and 450 hp, but the fate of the naturally aspirated 4.7-liter V-8 in today’s GL450 is unknown. A hybrid also is likely down the road, especially since Mercedes already offers a two-mode gas-electric ML.

Some reports have pegged this particular mule, with its big wheels and lowered stance, as a GL63 AMG. If this were a true AMG product, though, we believe the vehicle would be wearing larger brakes and more-obvious exhaust pipes, even in the prototype phase. This looks to us like a GL550 with an AMG sport package, and not a full-blown AMG. But oh, how we’d love to be wrong.

Expect the redesigned GL-class to appear in concept form at an auto show this fall and in dealerships early next year as a 2013 model.

Thanks to: Car and Driver

Spied: 2013 Aston Martin Rapide S

Its 470-hp V-12 and gorgeous shape make the Aston Martin Rapide one of the most gratifying sedans on earth, but the $200,000-plus Aston is way slower—and way more expensive—than most of its loosely defined competitive set, which includes the Porsche Panamera Turbo and Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG. While we don’t expect the Rapide to get any cheaper in future iterations, we do expect it to get quicker. Some have suggested that the car seen here is merely a face-lifted car, but we believe the lightly camo’d Rapide caught in these spy photos is a prototype of an upcoming, rapide-r Rapide likely to be called Rapide S.

This particular mule’s nose is slightly modified, with a front clip that features an additional air channel along the lower lip. The rear camouflage effectively hides any subtle changes Aston Martin may have made to the bumper and taillights, although its taller integrated ducktail spoiler is one indicator that this particular Aston is serious about high-speed stability.

Impossible to discern from the pictures, of course, is the degree to which the Rapide S’s performance will improve, but expect the 5.9-liter V-12 to see a bump of 40 or so hp. (In the DBS, this engine makes 510 hp.) Certain to accompany the zestier V-12 will be tweaks to the suspension and brakes—this prototype seems to have carbon-ceramic rotors—and no uplevel offering in this pricing stratosphere would be complete without unique wheels.

Expect to see the new Rapide S join Aston’s lineup sometime in 2012—likely for the 2013 model year—at a premium of around $20,000 to $30,000 over a standard Rapide.
Thanks to: Car and Driver

2010 Toyota Rav4 Picture

2010 Toyota Rav4 Picture

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About Tata Safari: the Real India's Car

Tata Safari is one of the most popular choices for traveling off the road. An indigenous product of Tata Motors Limited in India, is a sport utility vehicle (SUV). Powerful engine, sporty look and superior performance in difficult terrain makes this vehicle a favorite of car lovers in India.

Design and Decoration

Tata Safari's striking features are new grille with chrome, new wheel cover parts, the foam head and tail lights, bumpers and trap, with a protective effect of the chrome grille. All these add to the attraction of outside SUV, while the lateral step allows for easy penetration. Seven people can ride home in Tata Safari. The vehicle was decorated with the luxury hotel, two-tone beige interior. A spacious car has the wood finish in the research center console class, while the control toolkit fashion and arts to add to its appeal. The glove has a light of broad appeal. DVD player is in the center console with entertainment when traveling.

Alternatives and Price

Tata Safari is available in three models - 4x2 LX TCIC, Dicor 2.2 VTT and the EXI MPFI. Dicor version of itself is available in three versions - EX, LX and VX. Tata Safari is priced between Rs. 6.50 and 11.50 lakhs.

Engine

Tata Safari is powered by a 3-liter direct-injection common rail (Dicor), which uses the latest modern Delphi Multec 1600 bar fully electronic common-rail system.

Safety

Two front air bags to protect passengers against the effects of an earthquake. In the application of sudden interruptions, Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows passengers to remain in control. seats, anti-submarine warfare to protect the driver and front seat occupant in a crash. telescopic steering column three stages Tata Safari reduce the impact of injuries on the chest of the driver in a frontal collision completely. Other security features integrated child safety locks are in the back door and the door of trails, two disc brakes marijuana WELR upgrade the projector and adjustable seat belts.

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2011 Nissan JUKE: Model Lineup

2011 Nissan JUKE: Model Lineup - The 2011 Nissan Juke comes in three trim levels - S, SL and SV - each with front-or all-wheel drive. Standard equipment on the S model comes with cloth upholstery, manually adjustable driver's seat, 60/40 split folding second row, trip computer, electric windows, remote keyless entry, cruise control, stereo Bluetooth Cell Phone AM / FM / CD player with auxiliary input jack, and P215/55R17 tires on alloy wheels. SV setting adds the keyless access and starting, XM satellite radio, automatic climate control, control system I-Con, sunroof and a leather steering wheel. The SL fit leather, heated front seats, navigation system, rearview camera, Rockford Fosgate audio, fog lights and automatic headlights. The only option is a navigation package for the S and SV. It comes with the navigation system, Rockford Fosgate audio and USB connectivity.

Safety equipment of this car includes front airbags with two-stage airbags side curtain airbags, front side, active head restraints, a tire pressure monitor, antilock brakes with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake force braking, traction and electronic stability control.

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2011 Toyota Vios Facelift: a Review

Several consumers review the 2011 Toyota Vios Facelift looks more and more attractive than previous generation. The change is not a lot of on interior and exterior spaces. However, the change was considered to provide an impression of luxury and impressing sports grill. New models are now four Gril-line with layer of chrome and gives a feeling of sportiness and luxury, and even equipped with the fog lights.

Rear side mirror is still displayed with the lights of Sein. However, the new Toyota Vios looks better with the new design 15-inch wheels and 185/60R15 tires. In the rear, although the design has not changed, but the location of the mica color changing lights. The white part now turning into red and vice versa. There are also included chrome trunk strip.

With the handheld's design has not changed, except the steering wheel. Color changes in the center console or dashboard audio controls and air conditioning installed. In this section now looks with a mixture of darker color (center) and the money out.

Transmission rod covered with a skin now with audio buttons and change more dramatically. Whereas the multi-information display (MID) located in the center to update the mileage, fuel consumption and average speed. There is also the auxiliary connector for MP3 players and iPods in the entertainment system for the car.

Engines still rely 1NZ-FE 1,427 cc, DOHC 16-valve with technology, VVT-i. After the reason for the ability to produce power and torque are unchanged, or 80 kW (109 hp) at 6,000 rpm and 141 rpm Nm@4.200. Active safety is of ABS, EBD.

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Opel Astra automatic for rent in Bulgaria

Bulgaria rental cars Model:	Opel Astra
Year:	2000
Engine:	Gasoline
Engine Size:	1.6i
Doors:	4
Seats:	4+1
A/C:	Yes
Stereo:	Yes
Alarm:	Yes
Power windows:	Yes
Central lock:	Yes
Air Bag/s:	2
Luggage:	2 suitcase & 2 bags