Meet the 388HP V8-Powered and RWD Mercedes-Benz B55 【Video】

<center><object height="378" width="600"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/a22HsB6hJ-A"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/a22HsB6hJ-A" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" height="378" width="600"></embed></object></center><br />The regular Mercedes-Benz B-Class wasn’t exactly created with the motoring enthusiast’s needs in mind, but this one-off B55 special is another story. Trainees of Mercedes-Benzs Rastatt plant in Germany turned a B200 CDI diesel model into a full-blown sports car by planting in a 388 hp 5.5-liter V8 and transferring the drive from the front axle to the rear.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The idea of the project came from plant manager, Peter Wesp, while the execution fell on the shoulders of foremen Andreas Würz and Matt Rieger and a team of twelve second and third-year trainees specializing in production mechanics and automotive mechatronics.<br /><br />via: <a href="http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/12/meet-388hp-v8-powered-and-rwd-mercedes.html">carscoop</a><br /><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRz61RcjuVI/AAAAAAADy3M/f_R6meX3Pes/s1600/Mercedes+B55+1.jpg"><img alt="Mercedes B55, V8-powered B-Class prototype" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556591833391544658" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRz61RcjuVI/AAAAAAADy3M/f_R6meX3Pes/s200/Mercedes+B55+1.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; 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width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(0, 102, 204); text-decoration: underline; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRz62G5Qt2I/AAAAAAADy3s/1B8bkufSkKc/s1600/Mercedes+B55+5.jpg"><img alt="Mercedes B55, V8-powered B-Class prototype" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556591847739012962" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRz62G5Qt2I/AAAAAAADy3s/1B8bkufSkKc/s200/Mercedes+B55+5.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><br /> <div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"> <p><strong><i>B-Class with a V8 engine crafted by trainees in Rastatt</i></strong></p> <ul> <li><i> Fulminating one-off: B 55 with a V8 engine and 388 hp</i></li> </ul> <ul> <li><i> Complete conversion in the training workshop</i></li> </ul> <p><i>Spacious, innovative and safe, the compact models of the Mercedes A and B-Class score with their high practicality, and have found favour with more than 2.5 million customers as a result. An extraordinary one-off example has now been built at the Rastatt plant, and shows the B-Class in a completely new light: a B 55 with a V8 engine and rear-wheel drive.</i></p> <p><i>The idea came from the Rastatt plant manager, Peter Wesp. He gave some of his staff the task of creating a very special vehicle on the basis of the B-Class - leaving it to their creativity to decide what and how. Andreas Würz, a foreman in the technical vocational training department, immediately took up the challenge. He took a very close look at this large compact model, enlisted the aid of a tape-measure and came up with an idea that not only surprised and delighted his boss and colleagues, but also the trainees: "Actually it should be possible to fit a V8 into the engine compartment."</i></p> <p><i>Together with his fellow-foreman Matthias Rieger from the electrics/electronics installation section, he assembled a team of twelve second-year and third-year trainees specialising in production mechanics and automotive mechatronics. A book of specifications was drawn up:</i></p> <ul> <li><i> The spatial concept of the B-Class was to remain unchanged.</i></li> </ul> <ul> <li><i> On the outside too, there were only to be minor indications of the conversion work.</i></li> </ul> <ul> <li><i> The interior was to be upgraded in line with the new vehicle class being aspired to.</i></li> </ul> <ul> <li><i> And the result of the conversion was to be in large measure suitable for day-to-day driving.</i></li> </ul> <p><i>HR manager Martin Spicale promised financial support, which made the project a feasible proposition in the first place. And a "victim" (Würz) for the conversion was also soon found: a B 200 CDI which had anyway been delegated to the training workshop for learning purposes. While the trainees completely disassembled the car, Würz went in search of a suitable engine and found what he was looking for. And no mistake: the 5.5-litre V8 developing 388 hp and 530 newton metres of torque was transplanted into the B-Class together with a seven-speed automatic transmission and the engine control unit. The latter proved to be quite a headache later on, as it had to be reprogrammed only to process signals from the driven rear axle.</i></p> <p><i>Würz: "The V8 power unit fitted amazingly well, and we were even able to use the original engine mounts." There were serious problems with the steering, but here too, harmony was restored with a number of modifications. The exhaust system was a clever combination of various replacement part items, and took the form of a twin-pipe system emerging at the centre of the rear end. This is where the one-off, christened the B 55 gets its typical, burbling sound - once the ignition key has been turned, all heads in the vicinity are guaranteed to swivel simultaneously in the direction of the B-Class.</i></p> <p><i>Intensive perusal of parts catalogues also solved the second major transplantation problem, namely the drive axle at the rear. It emerged that the rear axle of an older W 210 series E-Class would be a very good geometrical fit. Plant manager Wesp gave the go-ahead to obtain one, and Würz and his colleagues designed a subframe, which extensive forming and welding work allowed to be integrated into the B-Class bodyshell to receive the new rear axle. Elegantly concealed within the sandwich floor, the propshaft of the E-Class also fitted into the B-Class with no further modifications.</i></p> <p><i>For the brakes the team also struck gold in the replacement parts catalogue, this time in the C32 AMG listing. Perforated and internally ventilated disc brakes in size 345 x 34 mm were implanted at the front, with perforated and internally ventilated disc brakes in size 300 x 30 mm at the rear. The system was combined with striking 8.5 x 18 AMG sports wheels in a five-spoke design shod with 235/40 ZR 18 Y tyres at the front and 9 x 18 wheels with 255/35 ZR 18 Y tyres at the rear. The maximum steering angle at the front axle was limited to suit. The team had recourse to a typical item from the tuner's toolbox for the suspension, installing a coil-over suspension by K&W.</i></p> <p><i>Where the interior was concerned, friends from the training workshop in Sindelfingen were able to help, providing Alcantara linings for the A, B and C-pillars as well as a roof liner in the same, luxurious material. The seats in a leather/Alcantara combination were provided by the specialists at Johnson Controls, who are located on-site in Rastatt. The finishing touches were added to the B 55 in the paint shop of the Rastatt plant. In trendy white with dark-painted radiator louvres and smoked headlamp lenses, the B-Class cuts an imposing figure but only gives a discreet indication of the powerpack concealed beneath its bonnet.</i></p> <p><i>The project team headed by foreman Würz are particularly proud that at 1620 kg, the weight of the B 55 is only around 180 kg greater than that of the original car. Which means that impressive performance figures can be expected. Würz: "We have not made any measurements yet, but we should manage a sprint to 100 km/h in under six seconds."</i></p> <p><i>Plant manager Wesp is equally proud of the result: "The team of trainees has done a superb job, and placed a spotlight on the sporty genes of the B-Class that nobody could have imagined." Training manageress Manuela Rascher is likewise very pleased: "The B 55 shows what our training workshop can do.</i></p> <p><i>And at the same time it clearly demonstrates that we not only offer young people high-quality professional training, but also highly unusual and exciting project work." Could it be that further projects of this nature are planned for the future? Rascher: "We may have some surprises in store..."</i></p></div><br /></span><p>

Meet the 388HP V8-Powered and RWD Mercedes-Benz B55 【Video】

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2011 Fiat Strada Sporting

<center><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRnhSMGb9mI/AAAAAAADyNY/0gF12CqBAiM/s1600/Fiat-Strada-Sporting-29.jpg"><img height="402" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRnhSMGb9mI/AAAAAAADyNY/0gF12CqBAiM/s1600/Fiat-Strada-Sporting-29.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Fiat's Brazilian division recently released the new Strada Sporting, a special version of the popular pick-up customized with multiple sporty accessories that improve both the exterior and the interior of the car. Pickups are fairly popular in Brazil and Italian carmaker Fiat tries to take advantage of this fact by offering local buyers the possibility to choose a more aggressive version of the Strada, already a best-seller in the country.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The exterior design is all painting in the same color as the body, it is distinguished on the outside by the new aero kit, which comprises of a front spoiler, side skirts and wheel arch add-ons as well as the 16-inch alloy wheels dressed in 185/55 tires. Other styling cues include the smoked headlamps and the silver trim on the mirrors, front fog lights, roof bars and the rear bumper.<br /><br />Inside, there's gloss black trim, a leather steering wheel (with red stitching) and rubber-studded aluminum pedals. For more flavor, options include a sunroof, Bluetooth connectivity, and a premium audio system.<br /><br />While the Strada broadened Cab are powered along the Italian firm’s 1.8-liter 16v four-cylinder flex-fuel locomotive acquiring 130 horsepower and 18.4 lb.-ft. By torsion when keeping going gasoline and 132HP and 18.0 lb.-ft.<br /><br />The truck will go on sale early next year with a base price of $46,270 BRL ($27,580 USD / €20,820).<br /><br />via: <a href="http://carscoop.blogspot.com">carscoop</a><br /><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRnhSMGb9mI/AAAAAAADyNY/0gF12CqBAiM/s1600/Fiat-Strada-Sporting-29.jpg"><img alt="2011 Fiat Strada Sporting" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555719317940336226" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRnhSMGb9mI/AAAAAAADyNY/0gF12CqBAiM/s200/Fiat-Strada-Sporting-29.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; 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border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRnfUJ3GR_I/AAAAAAADyII/yxZcfZbF9DA/s1600/Fiat-Strada-Sporting-1.jpg"><img alt="2011 Fiat Strada Sporting" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555717152675612658" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRnfUJ3GR_I/AAAAAAADyII/yxZcfZbF9DA/s200/Fiat-Strada-Sporting-1.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center><br /></span><p></p>

2011 Fiat Strada Sporting

Fiat's Brazilian division recently released the new Strada Sporting, a special version of the popular pick-up customized with multiple s...

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BYD Bringing Two Battery Cars To Detroit Show

<center><img alt="http://www.thedetroitbureau.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/BYD-e6.jpg" height="449" src="http://www.thedetroitbureau.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/BYD-e6.jpg" width="600" /></center><br /><br />BYD has announced plans to introduce two new vehicles at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.<br /><br />BYD will stage two world premieres, including the unveiling of a pure battery-electric crossover, the e6Premier, as well as the S6DM plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The BYD e6Premier, equipped with an iron-phosphate "FE" battery, has a 186-mile range on city roads and a top speed of 87 miles per hour. It takes 40 minutes to fully charge the e6 using a 100-kilowatt fast-charger and six hours on a standard outlet.<br /><br />BYD's S6DM SUV can travel 38 miles on electric power alone and more than 310 miles when engaging a 2-litre gas engine. A 10-kilowatt electric motor is paired with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission propelling the front wheels, while a powerful 75-kilowatt electric motor powers the rear wheels.<br /><br />BYD also will display the F3DM hybrid, featuring a solar panel sunroof to help charge the iron-phosphate battery, and an all-electric K9 e-Bus with in-wheel electric drive. It can travel 155 miles on a single charge.<br /><br />via: <a href="http://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2010/12/byd-bringing-two-battery-cars-to-detroit-show/">thedetroitbureau</a><br /><br /><b><br /></b><b>Press Release<br /><br /><i>BYD to Announce Green Vision at NAIAS on January 10th</i></b><i><br /><br />BYD's "Three Green Dreams" focuses on renewable energy generation, environmentally-friendly energy storage and efficient energy consumption, covering solar power, Iron-phosphate energy storage and electric vehicles. BYD will present their short and long term "Green City Solutions" which includes plans to help cities electrify all public transportation, and reduce air pollution and carbon emissions at a low cost.<br /><br />BYD's pure-electric vehicle -- the e6 Premier (2012 Year Model) and the brand-new dual mode electric SUV -- the S6DM will make their world premieres on the main floor exhibit space at the COBO Center at the 2011 NAIAS. The World's first mass-produced F3DM sedan low-carbon version and the core drive technology of the pure-electric bus, shown at EVS25 recently, will also be showcased.<br /><br />The new 5-seat crossover -- the BYD e6 Premier (2012 Year Model) has a more dynamic and sporty exterior design. Equipped with BYD Iron-phosphate "FE" battery, the e6 Premier has an expected range of 300km (or 186.4 miles) on urban roads, while its projected top speed is 140km/h (or 87 mph). It only takes 40 minutes to fully charge the e6 on the 100kW fast charging cabinet and 6 hours to overnight-charge the e6 on the 10kW standard charging pole. These characteristics make the e6 ideal for daily commuters and in-town driving.<br /><br />The core technology of the pure-electric K9 e - B us is another BYD breakthrough in the field of electrified transportation. The specially designed in-wheel electric drive and the electronically-controlled air suspension allows this 12-meter-long e-Bus to have ample space and a low-floor for easy passenger loading and unloading. The K9 is able to run 250+ km (155+ miles) on a single charge.<br /><br />The BYD S6DM SUV is the world's first independent 4WD dual-mode electric SUV. Traveling over 60km (38 miles) purely on electric power and over 310 miles extended range when engaging the environmentally friendly 2.0L gasoline engine, this SUV sports a 10kW electric motor (M1) paired with a smooth 6-speed dual-clutch transmission propelling the front wheels while a powerful 75kW electric motor (M2) powers the rear wheels.<br /><br />The F3DM low-carbon version also features the BYD Fe battery together with a BYD 371QA 1.0-liter gasoline engine. This vehicle is equipped standard with a solar panel sunroof to parallel charge the Fe battery. Powered by the Fe battery pack alone, the F3DM can travel over 60km (38+ miles). The extended range HEV mode allows the car to achieve another 500 km (or 313 miles) with a maximum speed of 150km/h (about 93.2 mph).</i><br /><br /></span><p></p>

BYD Bringing Two Battery Cars To Detroit Show

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KBB reveals 20 most researched cars of 2010

<center><img height="397" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGk7S0PG5h_n-5Nds5pOSdFmuWWBwwkvId_V2e7RnLkvy9iHxQr_B79fzpQgiO8OLfIw02_wFv9-k9T8uUKH6V7yNU1YfwCHQ8Nd9SkYaU4VnOa6lBQeqY-_E9wtqwVHQnSmxjDbNMIXA/s1600/03accordcoupereview2010-1293037263.jpg" width="600" /></center><br />Dec 22, 2010<br />Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com Names 2010 Most-Researched New Vehicles, Brands With Greatest Share of Market Interest This Year<br /><br />Sales Success Story Hyundai Sonata Makes Giant Leap to No. 5 on 2010's Top 20 Most-Researched New Cars List<br /><br />IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today announces the most-researched new vehicles of 2010 on the company's top-rated website, www.kbb.com. In addition, Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com reveals the top five brands with the greatest share of market interest for 2010.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />This year marks the fifth consecutive year that Kelley Blue Book saw increased visitation to its website, with nearly 24 million more visits to kbb.com in 2010 versus 2009. Because kbb.com is one of the most-trafficked automotive research sites, visitation to specific vehicles has become a leading indicator of sales patterns for manufacturers.<br /><br />Kbb.com's Top 20 Most-Researched New Vehicles of 2010<br /><br />1. Honda Accord<br />6. Nissan Altima<br />11. Toyota Sienna<br />16. Ford Escape<br />2. Honda Civic<br />7. Honda Pilot<br />12. Honda Odyssey<br />17. Toyota Prius<br />3. Toyota Camry<br />8. Ford Mustang<br />13. Chevrolet Equinox<br />18. BMW 3 Series<br />4. Honda CR-V<br />9. Toyota Highlander<br />14. Toyota Corolla<br />19. Chevrolet Camaro<br />5. Hyundai Sonata<br />10. Toyota RAV4<br />15. Ford Fusion<br />20. Volkswagen Jetta<br /><br />The Honda Accord, Honda Civic and Toyota Camry (in varying orders each year) have been the top three most-researched new vehicles on kbb.com each year since 2004. However, a few vehicles made jumps into the top 20 most-researched new vehicles for 2010 that were not on the list in 2009, and many models have changed their standings among the top 20 when compared to last year.<br /><br />The most noteworthy success story this year is the Hyundai Sonata, which made a giant leap up 24 positions, from number 29 last year to number five this year. Hyundai's popular all-new Sonata helped to re-shuffle the deck among the top 20 most-researched new cars of 2010, knocking a few vehicles further down on the list compared to where they were last year.<br /><br />A number of popular new or redesigned models also increased their standing for 2010 versus 2009, including the Ford Mustang, up eight positions to number eight, the Toyota Sienna, up seven positions to number 11, and the Chevrolet Equinox, up seven positions to number 13. In addition, the BMW 3 Series was new to the list for 2010, making its debut at number 18.<br /><br />Likewise, many vehicles that are staples on the annual kbb.com top 20 most-researched new vehicles list experienced a decline in standing for 2010 when compared to 2009. The Toyota Corolla fell nine positions to number 14 this year, and the Toyota Prius dropped nine positions to number 17. In addition, the Chevrolet Camaro was down seven positions to number 19 for 2010.<br /><br />"The site traffic on Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com clearly demonstrates which models are resonating with today's new-car shoppers, especially when we examine the most-researched new vehicles of 2010," said James Bell, executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com. "Hyundai's homerun Sonata was not only the darling of the industry this year, but also made a strong impression in the minds of new-car shoppers by leaping ahead to the fifth most-researched new car of 2010. In addition, two popular Toyota models, the Corolla and Prius, experienced drops on the list this year, likely due to a combination of lower fuel prices and reduced overall interest in compact and hybrid vehicles, and also possibly due to Toyota's public perception crisis during the recall saga of 2010."<br /><br />Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com 2010 Top Five Brands with Greatest Share of Market Interest Among New-Car Shoppers<br /><br />Toyota with 13.4 percent<br />Honda with 11.4 percent<br />Ford with 10.2 percent<br />Chevrolet with 8.3 percent<br />Nissan with 6.2 percent<br /><br />Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet and Nissan (respectively) are the top five brands with the highest share of market interest -- defined as the percent of new-car shopper activity for a particular brand -- on Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com for 2010. While these five brands remain in the same positions as last year, Toyota has experienced a decline in share of market interest for 2010 while Ford's share of market interest continues to grow. Toyota managed to hold down its top spot for 2010, even though its share of market interest declined 2.4 percentage points from last year. While Ford remains in the number three spot, its share of market interest increased 1.5 percentage points for 2010 when compared to 2009. The remaining three (Honda, Chevrolet and Nissan) brands' share of market interest numbers remained relatively flat year-over-year.<br /></span><p>

KBB reveals 20 most researched cars of 2010

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2011 Kia Pro_Cee’d

<center><img alt="2011 Kia Pro_Cee'd" border="1" height="400" hspace="0" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/12/01-proceed-630.jpg" vspace="4" width="600" /></center><br />Kia recently released the first official images of the refreshed Pro_cee’d hatchback. To be unveiled at next year’s Geneva Motor Show in March.<br /><br />A handful of images of the facelifted Kia Pro_Cee’d have managed to find their way to the internet via Kia World. The Kia Pro_Cee’d with communal H-shaped grille make an appearance on the model for the first time, and new, aggressive fog-light insets help give the vehicle a little more personality, too.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The three-door configuration will be also powered by a new 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel engine, according to a report by kia-world.net, which develops a maximum of 128 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque.<br /><br />New headlamps, a wider bumper accommodates larger air intakes , changes that will traverse the 5-door and SW models, in terms of the engines is expected to update the current engines that will meet Euro 5 emission standard. We enjoyed the first image as more data arrive.<br /><br />But the aesthetics aren’t the only thing on that’s changed on the punctuation-laden Pro_Cee’d. Kia World also suggests that the Kia will now come with a slightly warmed-over diesel engine under its hood. The new lump is expected to churn out 128 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque from 1.6-liters of displacement.<br /><br />via: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/12/28/kia-pro_ceed-facelift-leaked-ahead-of-geneva/">autoblog</a><br /></span><p>

2011 Kia Pro_Cee’d

Kia recently released the first official images of the refreshed Pro_cee’d hatchback. To be unveiled at next year’s Geneva Motor Show in Mar...

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Mini Clubman Cooper S Streetworker

<center><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLX0OgsMI/AAAAAAADxz4/solHvFapC2E/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-4.jpg"><img height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLX0OgsMI/AAAAAAADxz4/solHvFapC2E/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-4.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />A new modification package targeting the MINI Clubman Cooper S is being previewed by Schmidt Revolution. The German company, which handles alloy rims as a core business, takes its time to release complete modification projects once in a while, with this kit, which uses the Streetworker name, being the newest offer of this kind.<br /><br />The focus point of the tune is of course the German firm’s new Cirrus alloy wheel series, seen here in an 18-inch version. The funky looking rims can be ordered in any color ranging from the matte blue on this tune to any other tint including carbon black. On the MINI Clubman project car the alloy wheels are shod in 215/35R18 Continental rubber. <br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The body has been repainted and color coordinated in a way only people who live and breath neon lighting would understand. Then there’s the underpinnings. The engine now produces 200 horsepower and 250 NM of peak torque.<br /><br />Under the hood, the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine has been tuned to produce 200 hp (149 kW / 203 PS) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. This enables the car to hit a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).<br /><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLX0OgsMI/AAAAAAADxz4/solHvFapC2E/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-4.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubman StreetWorker" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554428587959955650" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLX0OgsMI/AAAAAAADxz4/solHvFapC2E/s200/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-4.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(0, 102, 204); text-decoration: underline; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLX8C0upI/AAAAAAADxzw/_5wlljlN9k4/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-3.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubman StreetWorker" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554428590058420882" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLX8C0upI/AAAAAAADxzw/_5wlljlN9k4/s200/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-3.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLYeJUOpI/AAAAAAADx0I/ZjLKWOurNdw/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-6.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubman StreetWorker" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554428599212456594" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLYeJUOpI/AAAAAAADx0I/ZjLKWOurNdw/s200/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-6.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLXhDbOaI/AAAAAAADxzg/ZGuue-O8SNk/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-1.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubman StreetWorker" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554428582813186466" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLXhDbOaI/AAAAAAADxzg/ZGuue-O8SNk/s200/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-1.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLXvOMP3I/AAAAAAADxzo/dN0Z4DMwILU/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-2.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubman StreetWorker" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554428586616438642" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLXvOMP3I/AAAAAAADxzo/dN0Z4DMwILU/s200/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-2.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLYKFGO1I/AAAAAAADx0A/bkXvraLE1Yo/s1600/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-5.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubman StreetWorker" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554428593826052946" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRVLYKFGO1I/AAAAAAADx0A/bkXvraLE1Yo/s200/MINI-Clubman-Cooper-S-5.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center><br /><br /><br /><b>Press Release<br /><br /><i>The STREETWORKER from Schmidt Revolution</i></b><i><br /><br />In a kind of competition from the Fiat 500, the Toyota IQ and others in its class, the Mini Cooper Clubman S prevailed with style and passion. In fact, the Schmidt Revolution, wheel manufacturer from Bad Segeberg, had taken on the task of providing a concept car with Urban Lifestyle tuning. With its Clubdoor, the engine and the concept of space, it is practically the perfect choice for this task.<br /><br />The "genetically engineered" Mini, already equipped with a John Cooper Works Aerodynamic package, has been purchased in March 2010. With black xenon lamps including daytime running lights and after a performance increase to 200 hp and torque of 250 Nm - these two parameters allow the Clubman to reach a maximum speed of 220 km/h - the car is ready for city travel, at least for trips around the church tower.<br /><br />The colors still harbored some problems in it, should the Mini yet actually be equipped with chrome foil. Rethinking was not easy for the men from A4M in Wuppertal; the BMW sprout has a matt blue car wrap, and then they returned back to immaculacy.<br />Street workers usually go a lot, so the "feet" and "shoes" require special attention The Cirrus wheels were decorated with colored multiplex material, so this fun car is never left unattended in city traffic. The really impressive 8Jx18H2 Cirrus rims have any of 3D-shaped multiplex patterns in matte blue; any tint of body color, from bright red to carbon black is possible at any style.<br /><br />Cheap tires, causing annoying road noise, were changed with recapped 215/35R18 Conti tires, and the tire problem was solved. To allow for changing "obstacles" while impressive driving in city traffic, the concept car has a Streetec air suspension with press buttons which enables to adjust the height and make it 60 mm lower or 40 mm higher than the serial cars. The goal was to run over thresholds better and to park the Clubman easier.<br /><br />Finally, it should also be mentioned that the spectacular rims are completely washable and thus are suitable for daily use.<br /><br /><br />So, that beautiful Urban Lifestyle can be a street worker...</i><br /><br /></span><p>

Mini Clubman Cooper S Streetworker

A new modification package targeting the MINI Clubman Cooper S is being previewed by Schmidt Revolution. The German company, which handles a...

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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Grand Edition

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUs2LLEImmt3AwDHqXm1xv5NcwqbUBqbtkjuai5Xvf6ebMA6J99kKbsYeSOe46Bcb7g-tIHWa17T8jPdP45vplgiIQXoaBf_Yae4x5m1roGuMJfL8vdRdMSd1RrO4KOe4o7Kfu61pskjg/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter-Grand-Edition-1.jpg"><img height="371" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUs2LLEImmt3AwDHqXm1xv5NcwqbUBqbtkjuai5Xvf6ebMA6J99kKbsYeSOe46Bcb7g-tIHWa17T8jPdP45vplgiIQXoaBf_Yae4x5m1roGuMJfL8vdRdMSd1RrO4KOe4o7Kfu61pskjg/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter-Grand-Edition-1.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Mercedes-Benz Manhattan has snapped an idea of perfect luxury on the roads with its exclusive range of the Sprinter Grand Edition. The vehicle consists of everything that defines luxury and comfort and of course utters pampering. It has DVD players, a pair of 32-inch flat-panel televisions, sofa bed, premium leather deluxe captain’s chairs with heating and massage functions, and power leg lifts, refrigerator, iPod hook up, video game prep, hands free intercom, 30,000-BTU HVAC system, satellite radio and wireless internet alongside a host of other extremely chic features.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUs2LLEImmt3AwDHqXm1xv5NcwqbUBqbtkjuai5Xvf6ebMA6J99kKbsYeSOe46Bcb7g-tIHWa17T8jPdP45vplgiIQXoaBf_Yae4x5m1roGuMJfL8vdRdMSd1RrO4KOe4o7Kfu61pskjg/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter-Grand-Edition-1.jpg"><img alt="Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Grand Edition" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556384283688220770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUs2LLEImmt3AwDHqXm1xv5NcwqbUBqbtkjuai5Xvf6ebMA6J99kKbsYeSOe46Bcb7g-tIHWa17T8jPdP45vplgiIQXoaBf_Yae4x5m1roGuMJfL8vdRdMSd1RrO4KOe4o7Kfu61pskjg/s200/Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter-Grand-Edition-1.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; 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cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 80px;" /></a> </center><br /><br /><b>Press Release<br /><br /><i>THE SKY IS NO LONGER THE LIMIT<br />The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Grand Edition<br /><br />YOUR FIRST CLASS CABIN ON THE GROUND</i></b><i><br /><br />The luxury and convenience of first-class travel is no longer limited to flight. Now you can experience all of the amenities of a private jet and more in a custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Grand Edition... available exclusively from Mercedes-Benz Manhattan.<br /><br />A mobile office has never been so well-equipped with functional appointments like high-speed internet, satellite radio, digital satellite directional TV and all of the other office and entertainment features you'd expect from one of the world's elite brands.<br /><br />Convenience and comfort are top priorities with features like touch-screen automated controls, captain's chairs with heating and massage, a built-in refrigerator, power privacy partition and rear seating for seven.<br /><br />These vehicles are custom-built and available on a very limited-basis. Please contact our Sprinter Division at Mercedes-Benz Manhattan by calling (888) 270-9462 for additional information. Alternately, you may wish to visit one of our two convenient mid-town locations at 41st Street and 11th Avenue or Park Avenue at 55th Street.<br /><br /><br />INTERIOR FEATURES<br />Front and Rear 32" LCD Flat Screen<br />100% Nylon Color Keyed Carpet<br />TV/Monitors<br />Automotive Fabric Headliner<br />Wireless Internet Router<br />Floor Mats w/ Non-Slip Rubber Backing<br />(4) Premium Leather Deluxe Captains Chairs with Heating and Massage Functions, and Power Leg Lifts (2 w/ Power Reclining Capabilities)<br />110 volt Outlets (2)<br />12 volt Outlets at Each Seat Location<br />Front Partition w/ Power Window<br />Audio Amplifier<br />3rd Row Passenger Bench with Power<br />Reclining Sofa Bed<br />Dark Tinted Side and Rear Windows<br />Deluxe Lighting Controls<br />Slide Under Sofa Refrigerator<br />Interior Lighting Package<br />Console Lap Tables (4)<br />Dual Lighting Controls w/ Dimmers<br />Mobile Theater Sound System<br />Complete Insulation Package<br />Complete Privacy Shade Package<br />Touch Screen In Dash 6.5" LCD GPS, CD, DVD, Navigation<br />Touch Screen Rear AM/FM Satellite Radio<br />Overhead and Floor Courtesy Lighting<br />Crestron Universal Remote Control<br />Rear Speaker Upgrades<br />CD Player<br />Rear Facing Seat Floor Console w/ Storage<br />DVD Player<br />Seat Belt Package<br />iPod Hook Up<br />Rear Luggage Storage Lighted<br />Wireless Head Phone Jack System<br />Side Wall Consoles w/ Cup Holders and Storage<br />Video Game Prep w/ Inverter<br />Driver and Passenger Deluxe Seating<br />Recover<br />Handsfree Intercom System<br />Sub Woofer<br />Rear Air and Heat 30,000 BTU w/ Dual<br />Automotive Fabric Color Keyed Walls<br />Compressor, Condenser, and Evaporator<br /><br />EXTERIOR FEATURES<br />Digital Rear Air Controls<br />Full Length Wall Consoles w/ Cup Holders<br />2 Rear Clothes Hangers (Ceiling Mount)<br />Interior Sound Deadening Package<br />Coordinated Valances w/ Indirect Lighting<br />Hand-Rubbed Custom Made High Gloss<br />Burled Wood Package<br />6-piece Dash and Door Kit<br />Window Ledges<br />Valance Trims (Indirect Lighting) (2)<br />Upper Corner Trims (Indirect Lighting) (2)<br />Front Overhead TV Face<br />Rear Overhead<br />Side Electronics Console<br />Coordinated Door Panels (Rear Half Carpet)<br />Dual Battery Charging System w/ Custom Battery Tray<br />Adjustable Driver & Passenger Seats<br />Armrests for Driver & Passenger Seats<br />Adjustable Steering Wheel<br />Automatic Heating & Air Conditioning System<br />Electric Heater Booster<br />Front Ashtray<br />Speedometer in mph & km/h<br />Auto-Dimming Interior Rearview Mirror<br />Shelf Above Windshield<br />Driver Airbag<br />Passenger Airbag<br />Seat Belt Reminder for Driver<br />Power Windows<br />Body Builder Connector Under Driver's Seat<br />High Roof<br />Digital Satellite Directional TV System<br />Security System w/ Control Pads<br />Back-up Camera System<br />Dash Color Change<br />Driver & Passenger Front Center Floor<br />Console w/12 volt<br />Rear Partition Wall<br />Rear Air Ride Assist System<br />Remote Central Locking<br />Front Bumper Cover w/ Fog Lights<br />Fiberglass Running Board with Step (Color Keyed to Chassis)<br />270 Degree Opening Rear Doors<br />Complete Bonded Window Package<br />Color Keyed Bumpers<br />Color Keyed Body Moldings<br />Front and Rear Mudflaps<br />All Season Tires LT245/75R16<br />16" Aluminum Wheels<br />Spare Tire & Wheel<br />Dual-Circuit 4-Wheel Disc Brakes<br />26.4 Gallon Fuel Tank<br />110 volt Exterior Outlet (1)<br />14 volt/220 A Alternator<br />12 volt/100 Ah Battery<br />Single-Pole Battery Master Switch<br />Fuel Filter with Water Separator<br />Jump-Start Terminal<br />4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)<br />Brake Assist (BAS)<br />Electrically Heated Windshield<br />Light and Rain Sensor<br />188 hp @ 3,800rpm<br />325 lb-ft of torque @1,400-2,400 rpm<br />3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel Engine<br />5-Speed Automatic Transmission<br />Hydraulic Jack<br />Tire Pressure Monitoring System<br />Adaptive Electronic Stability Program (ESP)<br /><br />888.270.9462 | www.sprintermanhattan.com</i><br /></span><p>

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Grand Edition

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2012 Ford Focus showing off its Tattoos

<center><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2012-ford-focus-shows-off-its-tattoos/"><br /><img alt="2012 Ford Focus shows off its tattoos" border="0" height="296" hspace="0" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/12/lede-2012-ford-focus-tattoo.jpg" vspace="4" width="600" /></a></center><br />Ford has announced they are extending their popular vinyl graphic program to the 2012 Focus. and goes on sale next year there will be over 200 unique vinyl wrap tattoos costing from $120 to $470 available for the new car.<br /><br />The Blue Oval team did some research and found that nearly four in 10 Millennials have at least one tattoo. It's not a stretch, then, to figure they might want to throw one on their car.<span class="fullpost"> People already put graphics on cell phones, laptops and whatever else is around, so allowing an outlet for automotive creativity makes sense. These automotive tattoos won't be in short supply, either – Ford is offering over 200 different designs for the all-new Focus.<br /><br />The drawings which you can place on the body of the model have been developed by Original Wraps. You can view the designs and decide which one would fit your car better by visiting the following link. Keep in mind though that you might spend some time checking out the graphics, considering the fact that you will have to combine the 11 exterior paint colors of the car with the available graphics.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2012-ford-focus-shows-off-its-tattoos/#3715445">More Photos</a><div><br /></div><div><br /><b>Press Release </b><br /><br /> <div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"> <p><strong><i>TATTOOS COME INTO FOCUS - LITERALLY - WITH FORD'S HOT NEW SMALL CAR</i></strong></p> <p><i>Tattoos are not just body art anymore; customers will soon be able to express themselves with vehicle tattoos for the all-new 2012 Ford Focus</i></p> <ul> <li><i>Ford Custom Graphics will offer more than 200 unique vinyl wrap tattoos in an array of different colors for the new Focus at www.fordcustomgraphics.com</i></li> <li><i>Available in a variety of designs - from geometric patterns and racing stripes to whimsical imagery like splashes and swirls - the Custom Graphics offer the look of custom paint at half the cost</i></li> <li><i>Ford Custom Graphics are currently available for the Ford Mustang, Explorer F-150 and Fiesta</i></li> </ul> <p><i>DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 23, 2010 - The popularity of tattoos has turned body art into a fashion statement - especially among Millennials - and Ford is taking the trend one step further by offering car buyers a quick and inexpensive way to express themselves with tattoos for the new 2012 Ford Focus.</i></p> <p><i>From geometric patterns and racing stripes to whimsical imagery like splashes and swirls, customers will soon be able to choose from more than 200 unique vinyl wrap tattoos to find a design that reflects their personality at www.fordcustomgraphics.com.</i></p> <p><i>"Millennials have a very personalized, artistic side to their lifestyle, and their vehicle is a very important part of that," said KC Dallia, Focus brand manager. "With its striking front end, sleek profile, dramatic rising beltline and athletic stance, the Focus provides the perfect canvas for customization."</i></p> <p><strong><i>Tattoo trend extends to cars</i></strong><i><br />According to the Pew Research Institute, nearly four in 10 Millennials have at least one tattoo, and Gen Xers are not far behind at 32 percent.</i></p> <p><i>Sheryl Connelly, Ford Global Trends and Futuring manager, says the migration to vehicle tattoos is a natural progression of the tattoo craze.</i></p> <p><i>"The one-size-fits-all model isn't really relevant to today's consumers, and it's not necessarily a desire to stand out from the crowd. It's more of a desire not to be lost in the masses," she said. "People are personalizing everything - cell phones, computers and clothing - and it's no different with automobiles."</i></p> <p><i>Ford Custom Graphics developed for the new Focus will range in price from $120 to $470 and can be easily removed, providing younger customers with an economical way to "grow with their car," says Connelly.</i></p> <p><i>"People are holding on to their vehicles longer, and the way we identify ourselves today may not be the way we want to express ourselves tomorrow," she said. "Customers can easily change the tattoos as their life situation and style evolves."</i></p> <p><i>Test your creativity with the 2012 Ford Focus at www.fordcustomgraphics.com<br />With a few clicks of the computer mouse, customers can choose the exterior color of their Focus, select the tattoos they like and then be able to see exactly how the designs will look on the car.</i></p> <p><i>All of the tattoos are made with 3M Scotchprint® Personalized Vehicle Graphic Film plus a clear graphic protection layer. They are professionally installed at Ford dealerships and include a three-year/36,000-mile limited warranty.</i></p> <p><i>Original Wraps Inc., a provider of on-demand custom graphics to the automotive industry, developed the tattoos and the website for Ford. According to the company's chief executive officer Tom Stemple, the tattoos offer customers the look of custom paint at half the cost.</i></p> <p><i>"Another important benefit is that the tattoos are made to order. We don't manufacture any graphics until they are purchased," said Stemple. "That gives us the flexibility to keep updating the designs to give customers fresh new ideas to choose from."</i></p> <p><i>Custom Graphics are currently available at www.fordcustomgraphics.com for the Ford Mustang,<br />F-150, Explorer and Fiesta. Because orders are processed at individual dealerships throughout the country, there is no way to track how many tattoos have been sold, but consumer response to the site has been strong with an average of 15,000 unique hits per month.</i></p> <p><i>Focus graphics are expected to be online in mid-January.</i></p> <p><i>2012 Ford Focus offers customers more choices at production<br />The all-new 2012 Ford Focus, which will arrive in dealerships early next year, will offer customers plenty of choices at production, including four trim series - S, SE, SEL and Titanium - and 11 unique wheel styles.</i></p> <p><i>The vehicle also will be available in 11 exterior paint colors. Four of the choices are premium paints. Tri-coat paints that offer deeper, richer color will be available in White Platinum and Yellow Blaze, and two tinted clearcoat paints will be offered in Red Candy and Blue Candy.</i></p> <p><i>Vehicle Personalization: Ford Custom Accessories make it easy and fun<br />The automotive aftermarket has grown into a $34 billion industry. And Ford Vehicle Personalization continues to come out with cool new products - from wheels and decklids to hood scoops, grille inserts and vehicle tattoos - to meet increasing customer demand for accessories.</i></p> <p><i>"The goal of Ford Custom Accessories is to give customers new ways to make the vehicle their own," said Jim Abraham, Ford Licensed Accessories manager, noting that the business of Vehicle Personalization at Ford has grown exponentially over the last few years. "Our accessories are designed alongside our vehicles, so the integration is seamless and reflective of Ford quality."</i></p> <p><i>To learn more about Ford Custom Accessories, please visit www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.</i></p></div></div><br /></span><p>

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Mercedes E-Class Coupe by Prior Design

<center><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC-x3gEYI/AAAAAAADxyo/tZjXByxo3yg/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_01.JPG"><img height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC-x3gEYI/AAAAAAADxyo/tZjXByxo3yg/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_01.JPG" width="600" /></a></center><br />PRIOR Design has released a customized body kit for the latest generation Mercedes E Class Coupe. The PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe kit offers mostly styling updates, however, depending on the engine, the tuners can raise the power of your Merc by up to 55 kW / 75 bhp. <br /><br />The exterior upgrades include a new front bumper with side vents and a spoiler blade, set of side sills, a rear bumper extension with three fins, a spoiler lip for the boot, and a roof edge spoiler. All components are also available in carbon fibre as an option.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The interior with a range of carbon fiber trimmings. Rounding off the tuning kit is a choice of either a tail pipe on the left or a complete sports 4-pipe exhaust system in stainless steel. This option, plus some ECU modifications, can raise the output by up to 75hp, depending on the version of the car.<br /><br />The tuner has gone for the PRIOR GT wheels for this car and they come in size 8.5 x 20-inch wheels at the front and 9.5 x 20-inch wheels at the rear. They’re available in matt black, gloss black and silver, and in combination with the 35mm lowered suspension look absolutely awesome.<br /><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC-x3gEYI/AAAAAAADxyo/tZjXByxo3yg/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_01.JPG"><img alt="PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554348992992645506" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC-x3gEYI/AAAAAAADxyo/tZjXByxo3yg/s200/Prior+E+Coupe_01.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_tb_SXI/AAAAAAADxzA/ojRETImzpmM/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_04.JPG"><img alt="PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554349008983378290" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_tb_SXI/AAAAAAADxzA/ojRETImzpmM/s200/Prior+E+Coupe_04.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_fT5LQI/AAAAAAADxy4/B-acrgHVEOw/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_03.JPG"><img alt="PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554349005191326978" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_fT5LQI/AAAAAAADxy4/B-acrgHVEOw/s200/Prior+E+Coupe_03.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(0, 102, 204); text-decoration: underline; " href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_ByAbaI/AAAAAAADxyw/CWh73n6kqMY/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_02.JPG"><img alt="PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554348997264567714" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_ByAbaI/AAAAAAADxyw/CWh73n6kqMY/s200/Prior+E+Coupe_02.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_mEdJUI/AAAAAAADxzI/rSRfNg1iHQ4/s1600/Prior+E+Coupe_05.JPG"><img alt="PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554349007005623618" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRUC_mEdJUI/AAAAAAADxzI/rSRfNg1iHQ4/s200/Prior+E+Coupe_05.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><i><div><br /></div><div>The designers at PRIOR DESIGN have come up trumps just in time for the New Year with a customised body kit for the new E-Class Coupé. Following on from their body kit for the CLK W209, the designers from Kamp-Lintfort have now come up with further impressive evidence of their exceptionally skilled eye for the sporting contours and perfect proportions of cars of the Mercedes-Benz marque.</div><div><br /></div><div>The front of what is fundamentally a very elegant coupé has been given a new bumper with side vents and a spoiler blade. A set of side sills that, from a visual perspective, perfectly connect the car’s front and rear have been used to create the impression of a lowered outline. At the back there is a rear bumper extension with three fins, a spoiler lip for the boot, and a roof edge spoiler, with all three components also available in genuine carbon fibre as an option.</div><div><br /></div><div>The visual effect is greatly enhanced by the new PRIOR GT wheel rims, fitted as 8.5 x 20-inch wheels at the front and 9.5 x 20-inch wheels at the rear. Together with the in-house lowering by 35 millimetres, they ensure that the wheel arches are filled perfectly. The PRIOR GT rims are available in matt black, gloss black and silver.</div><div><br /></div><div>With regard to the exhaust system, the customer has the choice between a tail pipe on the left and a complete sports 4-pipe exhaust system in stainless steel. The exhaust system is, of course, MADE IN GERMANY, as are all the other parts of the body kit.</div><div><br /></div><div>It is also worth mentioning that all the parts of this conversion kit also fit the convertible version of the E-Class. PRIOR DESIGN offers a range of trim parts in carbon for the interior.</div><div><br /></div><div>PRIOR DESIGN offers various increased performance options on site of up to 55 kW / 75 bhp depending on the engine version. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Prices</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Body kit consisting of front bumper with blade, side sills and rear bumper extension with fins: EUR 1,899</div><div><br /></div><div>Boot spoiler lip: EUR 249</div><div><br /></div><div>Roof spoiler: EUR 229</div><div><br /></div><div>20-inch Prior GT wheel rims with branded tyres: EUR 2,490</div><div><br /></div><div>35 mm lowering: EUR 249</div></i><br /></span><p>

Mercedes E-Class Coupe by Prior Design

PRIOR Design has released a customized body kit for the latest generation Mercedes E Class Coupe. The PRIOR Mercedes E Class Coupe kit offer...

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2010 Kia KV7 Crossover Concept

<center><img height="377" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixzD-CEQxHnWoO981b4quWUTYH53r-dj0pIkPJcYF8U-PLanOo3Zlgpz16a19cUn2i1a1KjKcjhVOKkNZ9sqbonM6MZHS3TB0nV8_AEgaB2YSY1WiEV9Wqof1pZpnNMK-kHvCl5fmT-iw/s1600/Kia-KV7-Rendering-623x389.jpg" width="600" /></center><br />Kia decided to play Santa early and gifted us with a teaser of its KV7 Concept, which is scheduled to debut next month at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show.<br /><br />The company has tagged it as a convention-challenging concept, and certainly, those rear gullwing doors do capture the attention in a big way. The vehicle’s lines are reminiscent of the Soul’s, and it does look like a – rather – stretched version of the latter.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />Aside from the teaser rendering you see pictured above, the Korean firm didn't really reveal any details on the funky crossover model that features a set of Gullwing-style rear doors, but if you insist, we've added the press release after the jump.<br /><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixzD-CEQxHnWoO981b4quWUTYH53r-dj0pIkPJcYF8U-PLanOo3Zlgpz16a19cUn2i1a1KjKcjhVOKkNZ9sqbonM6MZHS3TB0nV8_AEgaB2YSY1WiEV9Wqof1pZpnNMK-kHvCl5fmT-iw/s1600/Kia-KV7-Rendering-623x389.jpg"><br /><img alt="Kia KV7 Crossover Concept" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554182671026453058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixzD-CEQxHnWoO981b4quWUTYH53r-dj0pIkPJcYF8U-PLanOo3Zlgpz16a19cUn2i1a1KjKcjhVOKkNZ9sqbonM6MZHS3TB0nV8_AEgaB2YSY1WiEV9Wqof1pZpnNMK-kHvCl5fmT-iw/s200/Kia-KV7-Rendering-623x389.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 81px;" /></a></center><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><br /><i>For the past several years Kia Motors' design-led transformation has been delivering production vehicles – such as the Soul, Forte Koup and Sportage – that bear a very close resemblance to the original concept designs that preceded them. At the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Kia will make another dramatic design statement with the world debut of an all-new, convention-challenging concept vehicle named "KV7."<br /><br />Further information will be released in early-January.</i><br /></span><p>

2010 Kia KV7 Crossover Concept

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2011 Mercedes C-Class facelift

<center><img height="398" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRJbhF0tAYI/AAAAAAADw98/p-usrhax0Bg/s1600/Mercedes_C-klasse_2011_facelift_low_04.jpg" width="600"></center><br />Mercedes may have taken a light hand with the exterior design of the facelifted 2011 C-Class, but under the skin some big changes await. According to Auto Motor und Sport, all updated C-Classes will have stop-start-equipped direct-injection engines, as well as the option of upgrading to all ten of the latest driver-assistance systems from the CLS, E-Class and CL. <br /><br />The styling tweaks at the back are less noticeable, but it comes with a new bumper and LED taillights. The side mirrors are also new, reminiscent to that of Mercedes’ sporty models. Mercedes says the new shape body is more aerodynamic efficient than the old model.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />Under the hood, three engines will be available in the United States. The big news is the addition of a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 201 hp (204 PS / 150kW) and 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque. It enables the sedan to accelerate from 0-60 mpg in 7.1 seconds and return a combined 24 mpg.  Alternatively, the C350 adopts the new 3.5-liter V6 which churns out 302 hp (225 kW / 306 PS) and 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) of torque.<br /><br />Mercedes-Benz claims to have mainly worked on the surface structure of the dashboard trim and controls. The C-class stores, according to the German mark a bridge to the CLS, including through the multifunction steering wheel in that car that debuted (standard on the Avantgarde version). <br /><br /><br /><center><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; " href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRJbhF0tAYI/AAAAAAADw98/p-usrhax0Bg/s1600/Mercedes_C-klasse_2011_facelift_low_04.jpg"><img alt="2011 Mercedes C-Class" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5553601914558284162" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TRJbhF0tAYI/AAAAAAADw98/p-usrhax0Bg/s200/Mercedes_C-klasse_2011_facelift_low_04.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; 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margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><br /> <div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"> <p><strong><i>New look for Mercedes' top-selling sedan this summer<br />The restyled MY2012 C-Class</i></strong></p> <ul> <li><i>Energetic - new dynamic look inside and out</i></li> <li><i> Expanded - five new assistance systems for greater safety</i></li> <li><i> Efficient - new direct-injection engines with better fuel economy</i></li> <li><i> Experience - new-generation telematics</i></li> <li><i> Exceptional - more than one million sold since March 2007</i></li> </ul> <p><i>The restyled 2012 C-Class sedan is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in the summer of 2011. The front and rear end of the popular Mercedes sedan have been enhanced with a more distinctive design. The luxurious interior is now emphasized by the stylish new dashboard, which features a premium, fine-grain finish and stylish trim elements, as well as a high-resolution color display in the instrument cluster. Fuel economy has been improved by as much as 15 percent, thanks to new direct-injection engines and the redesigned 7-speed automatic transmission. Five new driver assistance systems ranging from the ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection system through to the Blind Spot Assist are now available in the C-Class lineup. New generation telematics offer new infotainment and navigation features.<br /><br />"In terms of driveline and safety systems, the new-generation C-Class offers the comfort and safety of our luxury vehicles - and with many high-end details in the interior evocative of the new CLS, the new C-Class sets completely new benchmarks in its segment when it comes to premium look-and-feel," says Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing Mercedes-Benz Cars. This interior upgrade is further enhanced by the latest generation of telematics, which not only features completely new visuals, but also brings improved functionality.<br /><br />A total of more than 2,000 new parts distinguish the newest generation of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class from its predecessor. The U.S. market introduction is scheduled for summer 2011 (available to order in Europe as of January 2011). Alongside the generous standard equipment, the Sport and Luxury versions of the new C-Class form the basis of the individualization program, with both lines now more clearly differentiated from each other.<br /><br />The C-Class is Mercedes-Benz's highest volume model range, and therefore especially important. The current range has chalked up global sales of more than one million units since its launch in March 2007. Since the market introduction of the first C-Class in 1982 (known then as the 190), Mercedes-Benz has sold more than 8.5 million vehicles around the world.<br /><br /><strong>Dynamic, determined and confident exterior</strong><br /><br />The bumper now has a more distinctive and dynamic design, with the front end adopting the brand's new design language. The central element of the front end is the grille, which is further enhanced by the new bumper design. The center air intake opens upward in a v-shape and forms the core element of the grille design. Distinctive lines emerge from the base of the aggressive arrow design in the center. Running beneath the headlamps, these character lines transition into the side profile. The outboard air intakes in the bumper are positioned very low down to give the car a more muscular stance.<br /><br />The C-Class features a new aluminum hood, which contributes to weight reduction and consequently to improved fuel efficiency. Contours around the headlamps and grille bring additional emphasis to the front-end arrow form. Working together with the redesigned headlamps, the overall front-end look is far more distinctive.<br /><br />Modified clear glass headlamps create a more dynamic and determined look and, together with the hood, grille and bumper enhance the arrow visual at the front end. This precise, contemporary look is reinforced by the design of both the exterior and interior of the headlamp units, which feature a finely balanced interplay between matte and gloss surfaces. The halogen headlamps follow the classic format with low beam located on the outside and high beam in the inside, while the indicator lamps are discreetly positioned in the outer corners toward the fenders.<br /><br />The available bi-xenon headlamps come with active functions and bring added depth to the appearance with a series of LED modules. A C-shaped positioning light defines the nighttime design, with cornering lights located behind it and stretching outward to the main lamp module. At the base of the headlamps are broad horizontal LED indicator units. Also horizontal are the LED daytime running lights located in the bumper, which make the C-Class unmistakable from a distance.<br /><br />On the rear bumper, the character lines and shutlines have been modified to add emphasis to the vehicle's stance. This is especially evident in the steep rise of the character line running outward toward the rear lights. A continuous character line on the upper edge of the rear bumper runs into the fenders of the C-Class to provide a connection to the sides and emphasizes the sporty character of the rear view. A new one-piece jewel case on the tail lights provides further integration into the rear of the vehicle. The characteristic sinuous surface line is now reflected on the inside of the lights and is reminiscent of earlier models. The distinctive depth of the lights are achieved by LED indicators located in the center that appear to float in front of the more deeply set red LED bands above and below. The rear light pattern is particularly distinctive at night.<br /><br />The bodyshell of the new C-Class is distinguished by its outstanding aerodynamics. With a cd figure of 0.26, not only is it best-in-class, its drag plane of cd x A = 0.57 m2 also cuts more smoothly through the air than most compact and even sub-compact cars.<br /><br /><strong>Premium and sporty interior</strong><br /><br />One focal point of the work done in the interior was the redesign of the dashboard with the aim of creating a powerful, sporty and premium look-and-feel that includes extensive enhancement to the trim. The surfaces of the controls are more finely detailed and feature a metallic finish. The stepped hood of the instrument binnacle now extends to incorporate the central display and runs onward into the passenger side enhanced by a subtle character line. The central, trapezoidal air vents and the outer circular vents are accentuated with metallic trim elements. Central to the design of the new dashboard is a prominent trim panel. This element stretches from the central air vents along the passenger side to the outer air vent, adding visual width to the interior. The surface grain on the top portion of the dashboard continues along the upper edges of the door panels.<br /><br />The new-generation center console is distinguished by its rectangular silver keys and emphasizes the premium feel of the interior in combination with matte keys, high-gloss surfaces and a new knurled control knob. Together with the new generation telematics, the restyled C-Class also receives a new instrument binnacle with integrated display. Oriented toward the driver are three tubular gauge surrounds with metallic surfaces that further enhance the aggressive character of the C-Class.<br /><br />The luxury feel is emphasized by the new-generation leather steering wheel introduced with the all-new CLS and now available as standard in the C-Class. The steering wheel features a chrome-plated central spoke and further accentuates the car's stylish and sporty ambience.<br /><br />The new C250 Sport and C300 4MATIC Sport models come with standard brushed aluminum trim, while the C350 Sport has distinctive Black Ash. The Luxury versions feature Burl Walnut trim.<br /><br /><strong>Drivelines with more power and better fuel economy</strong><br /><br />Fuel economy has been improved by up to 15 percent. All new direct-injection versions feature exceptional efficiency and environmentally-friendly fuel consumption. All models also come with the redesigned seven-speed automatic transmission, with the gear ratios on all versions optimized for fuel economy.<br /><br />The highlight in the engine lineup is the introduction of the new V6 gasoline engine in the C350 Sport Sedan, featuring the innovative and highly efficient BlueDIRECT process. The improvement in efficiency is combined with a considerable increase in output. The C350 Sport Sedan now generates 302 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque (previously 268 hp and 258 lb-ft), while fuel economy has been improved by 5 percent compared with the outgoing C350 model.<br /><br />The four-cylinder engine (new for the U.S. market) features direct injection and turbocharging and is also distinguished by outstanding combined fuel economy of 24 mpg. This marks an improvement of nearly 15 percent compared with the 2011MY C300.<br /><br /><strong>New driver assistance systems</strong><br /><br />The C-Class attains an all-new level of safety with a total of five new driver assistance systems ranging from ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection through to Blind Spot Assist. The assistance systems are based on state-of-the-art radar, camera and sensor technology and are setup to react to frequent causes of accidents such as proximity to the vehicle in front, fatigue and darkness.<br /><br />The following provides an overview of the new assistance systems:</i></p> <ul> <li><i> ATTENTION ASSIST</i></li> <li><i>Adaptive Highbeam Assist</i></li> <li><i>Park Assist incl. PARKTRONIC</i></li> <li><i>Lane Keeping Assist</i></li> <li><i>Blind Spot Assist</i></li> </ul> <p><strong><i>More user friendly, improved connectivity - the new generation of telematics</i></strong><i><br /><br />The new C-Class sees the debut of a new generation of telematics, which is scheduled for successive introduction across further model ranges. Key new features include improved user-friendliness with larger 3-D displays, phone book transfer, text message display, wireless music via Bluetooth and a USB interface now located in the center armrest.</i></p></div><br /></span><p>

2011 Mercedes C-Class facelift

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