12
October
2011

New VW up! with city emergency brake function

An important contribution to security is in the new VW up! the city emergency stop function. It will automatically active at speeds of 5 to 30 km/h, scans an area 10 meters front of the car by laser sensor which is integrated at the top of the windshield, and captures the risk of an impending [...]

10
October
2011

Diesel station wagons in the test: new focus meets established Octavia

New against old – the just launched Ford focus must tournament which since 2006 almost unchanged built and very well established combination of Czech Volkswagen subsidiary Skoda compete. A real challenge, because has golf Octavia the sophisticated technology of the VW and is considered one of the largest in the combined compact. For this test [...]

06
October
2011

Mercedes B 180 – seniors Accelerator

There stands the next success model from the home of Mercedes-Benz: the B-class is the first model of the new series of compact. He is to lure the well-known qualities emphasizing older customers. His new Interior carry names like Domburg, Den Helder or Venlo. Already, this nomenclature suggests that the future audience of Mercedes B-class [...]

29
September
2011

Compact in comparison: the Ford focus is on against the Opel Astra. -autobild.de

For 10 years, Volkswagen builds the Phaeton in the transparent factory in Dresden. Here, the Blue Man is frowned upon, the workers wear white – and glide over fine parquet floor. The spare parts are delivered via tram. A visit. Sometimes, you might hear almost a PIN fall. In the transparent factory in Dresden works [...]

27
September
2011

Opel Astra ST in the practical test: Good natured, comfortable fit for travel

So, as he stands before us here, the test car of Opel Astra sports tourer 1.4 Turbo represents a new value of 30.855 euros. This is a lot of money for a car that Opel Astra. Where the name automatically invoking compact class associations, leads astray. For the Opel Astra sports tourer 1.4 Turbo offers [...]

26
September
2011

Small car comparison: Who can do more

With some decisions you having a hard time, others fly to one. Four years ago, the Volkswagen leadership in the business jet from the Detroit car traveled show to Hanover. In the luggage they had certainty: the world – the American part of it needs small cars. In the approach, the VW up was decided. [...]

22
September
2011

Presentation: Nissan Micra DIG-S with compressor surge

Less is more, or more can sometimes be true. Automakers act according to this principle and develop internal combustion engines that are more efficient in spite of smaller displacement and fewer cylinders. Everything revolves around more power and less fuel consumption. This seemingly contradictory aims with different concepts. No doubt: Development and production costs are [...]

16
September
2011

Ford Focus ST tournament – spacious Renner

The most powerful Ford ST model comes 2012 in combined form. The new focus ST is only four-cylinder for the first time on the road. Whopping 184 kW / 250 HP and 360 nm in front to determine the appearance of the new Ford Focus ST tournament. In addition a cylinder downsizing from five to [...]

15
September
2011

ILO 2011: From a vision became reality

At the Geneva Motor Show in March it was initially only a lively conversation between the reigning formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel and the Infiniti Chief Designer Shiro Nakamura. But later, the content of this discussion was also a form; Today, the FX as a study of fastest Infiniti of ever stands at the IAA [...]

08
September
2011

A funny test – HYUNDAI Veloster 1.6 GDI Premium Coupe

With its asymmetrical body, a door on the left, two on the right, the Veloster will talk about him. Damage, driving pleasure is not in connection with his physique. Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi Gasoline. 140 ch From 22 390 € The Hyundai-Kia group is so “foot to the floor” qu ' is now ' today [...]

31
August
2011

Dacia Sandero 1.6 MPI in the endurance test | Introduction body | Endurance test | Tests | autozeitung.de

Test report – technical data – price -Conclusion Copenhagen (Denmark), June 17, 2008 – bioethanol as a fuel has a rather bad press lately. In times of scarce food, it was irresponsible to process wheat to fuel. And in South America, and Asia rainforests are cut down, to make way for the cultivation of plants [...]

30
August
2011

Mercedes ML 350 BLUETEC – Sanfter Cruiser

The new Mercedes M-class must fill big footsteps of its predecessor. You do that with much sovereignty, energy and a stunning chassis. The now discontinued Mercedes M-class was one of the best luxury SUV that it could go. Not an easy task for the Daimler developers the good even better to make. But, in particular [...]

12
October
2011

Ford Mondeo Flexifuel: Saving Allesschlucker

Forecasts are a difficult thing, above all knew Mark Twain – if they relate to the future. This is true in terms of drive alternatives, in which we approach the future in the Eiltempo. Experts are there in a sure: you will be more diverse. But even though the internal combustion engine is the measure [...]

10
October
2011

Opel Zafira 2.0 CDTI – central midfield

Opel will bring one of his best horses freshly strengthened from the stable: the new Zafira is to put pressure on the endless horde of Familienvans. His focus: The main competitors of Touran, Sharan and Galaxy. The Sabertooth has succeeded in mass production. After the Ampera, the Zafira is the second model with the new [...]

10
October
2011

What does the small star offer?

Test report – technical data – price -Conclusion Vienna (Austria), October 10, 2011- Curious, the older Lord revolves around our car. The new Mercedes B-class has caught his interest, and finally car, its predecessor, right next to us. The scene fits well with the image that many of the B-class have: a retired car for [...]

04
October
2011

40 Years VW strollers: up by Karmann GF to buggy!

The VW featured a few weeks ago at the IAA in Frankfurt up buggy! is more than a fascinating study. He builds on a tradition which began four decades ago, when the American mid of 60s discovered the car as fun. It was the indispensable “Accessories” for a carefree lifestyle. And “where the Sun can [...]

28
September
2011

Peugeot 3008 hybrid test: diesel hybrid with 200 HP and all-wheel drive

Remember you? August 2009, the world’s first diesel hybrid is motor und sport and impressed with his exciting drive concept car. After all, is this Peugeot 3008 diesel, hybrid, all-wheel and electric vehicle in one and also still very frugal with an NEDC consumption of 4.1 litres per 100 km. It haperte still only in [...]

26
September
2011

Van compare: Opel Zafira tourer against Ford Grand C-Max – autobild.de

With some decisions you having a hard time, others fly to one. Four years ago, the Volkswagen leadership in the business jet from the Detroit car traveled show to Hanover. In the luggage they had certainty: the world – the American part of it needs small cars. In the approach, the VW up was decided. [...]

23
September
2011

Finally, also in Europe a hybrid, meaning results

Test report – technical data – price -Conclusion Dinard (France), September 23, 2011-If you have ever driven a hybrid vehicle, a Toyota Prius, then you felt perhaps this: the car is not bad, it saves fuel, but not fun the whole. However, the hybrid vehicles that are on the market so far, are gasoline hybrid. [...]

20
September
2011

Soft T, hard D: of the Mercedes C 250 CDI T test

Test report – technical data – price -Conclusion Hair, September 5, 2011- Germany is combined and diesel-land. Auch Mercedes will notice this: the Swabia sell half of all vehicles as a wagon and 60 percent as a Variant. The top version-cylinder diesel engine is the C 250 CDI with 204 HP. He enjoys growing popularity. [...]

16
September
2011

Hyundai i40cw 1.7 CRDi review: Declaration of war from Korea

Test report – technical data – price -Conclusion Hamburg, September 19, 2011-Hyundai brings on the European market in ambush position. With the i30 is the South Korean manufacturer of already the most successful Asian representatives in the German small car segment. Hyundai is now at the i40 to the attack on the middle class. First [...]

08
September
2011

Ford Focus SW confronts the Renault Megane Estate – FORD Focus 1.6 TDCi115 FAP Titanium S & S, RENAULT Megane 1.5 dCi110 FAP Dynamics eco²

Back to school bag The holidays are over, not the need for space in a small family car. Today, Ford presents its recent Focus break version. Remains to be recalibrated to the star of the segment, the Renault Megane Estate. Ford Focus SW 1.6 IDD 115 Titanium Diesel 115 25 050 ch € Renault Megane [...]

31
August
2011

Volvo and Siemens new electric car partners

The Swedish car manufacturer Volvo and Siemens AG want to advance quickly and clearly the technical development in the field of electric mobility with a comprehensive and sustainable strategic cooperation. This high-profile joint venture focuses not only on the development of new electric propulsion technologies, new high-performance electronics and new loading systems, but at the [...]

30
August
2011

Ford adds value to its Kuga titanium

The Ford Kuga Titanium is being upgraded to the model year 2012 and celebrates his debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) cars in Frankfurt will be available the new Ford Kuga titanium expected to be from October 2011.Zur standard 17-inch alloy wheels in the particularly dynamic five-spokes-V design, attractive leather-cloth upholstery with black central [...]

29
August
2011

Electric motor for hybrid: VW Golf blue-e-MOTION and went in the comparative test | Car comparison test | Tests | autozeitung.de

The policy wants to save the climate and arranges more organic in the fuel. From 2011, there will be therefore the new fuel E10 at German petrol stations. The car clubs have no objections. The world does not need alternatives to motor fuels derived from fossil fuels – on this point, consensus for decades largely [...]