M-Class and SLK are best in class in 2011 "Golden Steering Wheel" awards: Two golden steering wheels for Mercedes-Benz
No other automotive brand has had more success in the "Golden Steering Wheel" awards than Mercedes-Benz. This year's Europe-wide vote saw the M-Class and the SLK each win their respective category. These two first places put the Stuttgart-based premium-brand manufacturer at the very top of the "Golden Steering Wheel" all-time winners' list. Mercedes-Benz has won the award, one of the most important distinctions in the European automotive industry, a total of 21 times. more info
U.S. premiere of the new 911 Carrera
. . . at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2011
Porsche will debut the world premiere of the new 911 Carrera at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 16. The new model boasts impressive performance and dynamic looks, exuding unadulterated driving pleasure. more info
Driving a Porsche in Extreme Conditions
Breath-taking icy landscapes, ice-covered mountains, frozen lakes and all kinds of sports cars: This winter the Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, will once again be offering an extensive range of attractive driver safety training courses and exclusive excursions. All sports car enthusiasts will have the opportunity to test the new Porsche 911 first-hand in extreme conditions. From South African coastal roads to the frozen lakes and snow fields of the Artic Circle. From 26 degrees above to 40 degrees below zero. more info
The New MINI Coupe. Fun Unlimited.
MINI has expanded its product family with the launch of a model geared squarely to maximizing driving fun. The MINI Coupe indulges the keen driver with a level of agility unmatched in the small car segment. more info
New 2012 Mercedes C-Class Coupe
In honor of the 125th anniversary of the automobile, Mercedes-Benz have unveiled yet another new member of the family. The 2012 C-Class Coupe combines an aggressive design with a pulse-quickening ride and sport-oriented luxury - marking yet another milestone in a proud legacy of Mercedes-Benz coupes. more info
Porsche 911 GT3 Cup
Most successful race car now suitable for wider range of motorsport
Stuttgart. It is the most successful race car on earth: The Porsche 911 GT3 Cup. With over 2,200 units sold, it is the undisputed number one amongst customer racing teams all over the world. Now, the new 911 GT3 Cup features a 100-litre FT3 safety fuel tank, which is filled via an opening in the front bonnet. Compared to its predecessor, the vehicle is now suitable for an even wider range of endurance racing. Moreover, the new fuel tank contributes to a further improvement of the high safety standards. more info
New Carrera 4 GTS
New top model with all-wheel drive and 408 hp (300 kW): 911 Carrera 4 GTS available as Coupé and Cabriolet with top-of-the-range Carrera engine
Porsche is widening the top end of its Carrera model line and pairing up each of the two 911 Carrera GTS with an all-wheel drive twin. That means that the 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupé and Cabriolet will combine the 408 hp (300 kW) top of the range engine of the Carrera GTS family with the intelligent, all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM). Driving dynamics are not the only source of attraction. Economics are as well. Thanks to Porsche Intelligent Performance the new all-wheel 911s consume no more than the equivalent Carrera 4S version, the Coupé remains at 11.0 l/100 km (25.7 mpg imp.) and the Cabriolet at 11.2 l/100 km (25.2 mpg imp.) respectively based on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Moreover both of them boast an even more comprehensive standard equipment package compared with the Carrera 4S models. more
The All-New BMW 650i Convertible
The Ultimate Driving Machine® with groundbreaking luxury and crisp good looks.
Words like “breathtaking” and “irresistible” punctuate the history of BMW Convertibles. Now, BMW has opened a new chapter in the tradition of open-top cars. The new BMW 650i Convertible fulfils the wishes of the most discerning automotive enthusiast as The Ultimate Driving Machine® with groundbreaking luxury and crisp good looks. In the premium convertible market, the 650i Convertible presents a convincing case with the most advanced chassis technology and most innovative comfort, infotainment and safety features. more info
World premiere of the MINI Paceman Concept
The MINI brand is represented at the 2011 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit by the most attractive and diverse range of models in its history, including the world premiere of the new MINI Paceman Concept.
The Paceman Concept, whose crossover design makes it the first Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) in the small car segment, blends lifestyle elements with premium quality. It is the ideal car for young, modern, extrovert urbanites who love the hallmark MINI go-kart feeling, enjoy stand-out individuality, place great importance on the personality of a brand and buy into its character and ethos. more on MINI at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show
Volvo’s new S60 R-Design
Sportier design and driving properties for connoisseurs
Introducing the all-new S60 R-Design - designed with true sports-car feel and featuring a specially developed chassis to ensure that the driving experience matches the car's appearance.
Volvo Cars' chassis experts have taken the next step on the road to a more and more exciting driving experience. "In the R-Design chassis we've sharpened the steering, the agility and the solid overall impression still further compared with the dynamic chassis in the all-new S60," says Paul Welander, Senior Vice President Product Development at Volvo Cars. more . . .
The New BMW X5
More dynamic, efficient and luxurious than ever, the new BMW X5 continues to strengthen its leading position within the competitive environment of premium four-wheel drive vehicles.
Selective design modifications enhance the X5’s sporting characteristics and a completely new engine portfolio combines the highest level of driving pleasure with unprecedented efficiency.
MINI Countryman
Meet the MINI Countryman, the fourth addition to the MINI family. A sporty crossover vehicle with optional ALL4 all-wheel drive.
Longer and taller, the new MINI Countryman is a genuine crossover vehicle that bridges the gap between the classic MINI and a modern crossover. As with all MINI vehicles, the MINI Countryman offers that unique go-kart handling that customers expect, while allowing the brand to appeal to new customers who require extra space and flexibility. read on ...
The new Volvo V60 sports wagon
A true sports wagon combining a blend of style, performance and groundbreaking safety
The new Volvo V60 has its sights firmly set on the title of "The Most Dynamic Volvo Model Ever".
The response of enthusiastic customers is music to the ears of the project group, which has always had its sights set on giving the V60 the emotive aura, sporty design and dynamic driving properties of a genuine sports wagon. "The typical sports wagon customer is an S60 buyer who would like some extra space and flexibility, but without the slightest compromise on sporty design and exciting driving properties," says Gerry Keaney Senior Vice President Marketing Sales and Customer Service, and adds: "The competition is razor-sharp and the customers in this segment know exactly what they want. That is why we have further boosted the interior's sense of exclusive quality and packed the car with safety- and comfort-related technical innovations. The result is a truly unique sports wagon, in total harmony with its sporty attitude." read on . . .
