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sporty additions to mercedes-benz a-class w176

Sporty Additions to Mercedes-Benz A-Class W176

An absolute premiere in the high-performance vehicle segment. For the first time Mercedes AMG has built a true AMG for the compact class. The AMG is equipped with the world’s most powerful stock four-cylinder turbo engine. With a power output per liter displacement 233 kW (315 hp), it exceeds even the most powerful super sports cars. With its maximum power output 256 kW (247 hp), and maximum torque curve of 156 Nm (115 lb-ft) and the standard AMG 4matic all-wheel-drive, stands for a really sporty driving experi

ballistic bj baldwin recoil 2 - unleashed in mexico by monster energy

Ballistic BJ Baldwin Recoil 2 - Unleashed in Mexico by Monster Energy

The attention is focused on the little town of Ensenada, Mexico Set as a stage for Ballistic BJ Baldwin's viral hit Recoil. We become witnesses to one mind blowing, exciting and adrenaline pumping action driving video. This video, by Monster Energy shows us BJ driving his 800hp (596 kW) Trohpy Truck, raging down across the quiet, unsuspecting seaside town. You can see the Monster truck being pushed to the limit of the aggressive terrain it’s

mercedes-amg c 63 saloon and estate

Mercedes-AMG C 63 Saloon and Estate

Amazingly, the V8 has a lot of power and handles pretty good. With a muscle car feeling. The visual modes are different. There are working air vents for the V8 engine The all new C63 has a 4.0-litre biturbo engine, allowing excellent performance, with 3 stage adjustable dampers and custom steering set-up, the car remains agile, making it one of the most popular AMG models. The unique technology installed in the Mercedes-AMG C 63 makes the car high-performance and as exciting as it can

ready for laser-powered headlights?

Ready for Laser-powered Headlights?

Lasers can do some amazing things. They are being used today to read DVDs, correct blurry vision and even for destroying Imperial Star Cruisers. Now you can add this to the list, "replacing car headlamps." That's right; vehicle headlights are getting the laser treatment. BMW, one of the first automakers to adopt the technology, says that lasers have an illuminating power 1,000 times more powerful than LEDs -- which up until just recently provided the greatest wow factor of all the bulb tech

family heritage in dodge custom convertible

Family Heritage in Dodge Custom Convertible

Collector cars usually have a base price to them, and are usually cataloged based on whether it is all original, packed with certain features, as well its overall mileage. But what can not be explained or defined in the pricing is how that vehicle came to be, the story behind that specific car, and who the original owner can improve the price of the vehicle. A 1964 Dodge 880 Convertible is the topic of this discussion. It is a custom convertible produced in a model year celebrating the 50th year of the Dodge a

2015 volkswagen beetle gets new retro classic trim

2015 Volkswagen Beetle Gets new Retro Classic Trim

2015 Volkswagen Beetle Classic is a limited edition model which is set to appear only at the North American market scene. Volkswagen of America has also announced that the iconic model in a new trim is ready to go on sale this week. This new addition to the Beetle range enhances its value story by the addition of a hos

cvts – the perfect transmission?

CVTs – The Perfect Transmission?

A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is a type of automatic transmission but operates very differently than older fluid-based automatics. CVTs are mechanically-based transmissions and provide more useable power, better fuel economy and smoother driving than traditional automatics. It should be noted that CVTs have been around for years in other motorized applications. Vehicles such as snowmobiles and some off-road recreational vehicles have utilized CVTs for decades. Only just recently h

common electrical problems in jeeps

Common Electrical Problems in Jeeps

If your engine components go there is an easy decision on whether to fix it, replace it or trade in for a new vehicle. But when there is something small like an electrical problem, it always seems like those little ones can lead to larger problems, and are incredibly challenging to fix. Faulty Instrument Lights. One problem any vehicle can face, not including Jeep models is a instrumental or gauges that aren’t lighting up properly. This could be a problem for a number of reasons, one you ca

infiniti q80 inspiration is feasting the senses

Infiniti Q80 Inspiration is Feasting the Senses

Another picture teaser of the Infiniti Q80 Inspiration was just revealed. The car, which is set to debut at the Paris Auto Show, is Infiniti's vision of supreme luxurious driving. It is a “top-of-the-line, four-seat fastback” with driver-centric powertrain and onboard technologies. The car will be introduced exactly at 15:30 local time on October 2 in Hall 5 of the Parc des Expositions de Versailles in Paris. There, the company will premiere not only the progressive Q80 Inspiration but also will offer a glimpse of

take a look into the production of the chrysler 200

Take a Look Into The Production of the Chrysler 200

Chrysler Group subsidiary Chrysler has gone ahead and created a new website that allows online users to explore their Chrysler 200 plant in Sterling Heights, MI. It is a very interesting and interactive way of providing people a look into the facility. Let us start by explaining the facility. It is a completely ov

2015 ford mondeo with innovative pedestrian detection technology

2015 Ford Mondeo With Innovative Pedestrian Detection Technology

This latest version of the For Mondeo is a very notable car in many different ways. The previous version is a multiple award winner. It is still a common sight on the UK roads. We all have been waiting for this version of the Mondeo. The first concept car prieviewing this car was before 3 years ago. Here are five things we know for sure about this car: The Ford Mondeo is a rarity in its class. And a lot of its rivals primarily come as salo

‘build your own’ site by chevy goes live

‘Build Your Own’ Site by Chevy Goes Live

With the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado hitting Chevy Dealers across North America this fall, the introduction of the “Build Your Own” tool by Chevy couldn’t have gone live at a better time. As the marketing manager for the Colorado says, “Our truck lineup is all about giving truck buyers a choice”. In their press release Chevrolet was able to put together some sample customized builds of the Colorado. But starting off the base extended-cab model has a 200-hp, 2.5l four cylinder engine, and starts off at just $20,995