DiRT Showdown – Video Game Preview

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Just ahead of the official launch of the new DiRT Showdown racing video game, we were able to get a sneak peak at what this new title has to offer. And the first thing to clarify is that this is an entirely new game, sold…
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Ferrari California with closed roof

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The elegant Ferrari California faithfully reproduced in precise detail at very large scale with closed roof. At 1:8 the model is approximately 60 cms (24 inches) long. The model is extremely accurate and was developed using original data. Each model is mounted on a carbon fibre base plate with a museum quality clear acrylic dust cover. Inside the cabin is recreated in precise and realistic detail with every piece of equipment and every button on the dash beautifully reproduced. Creating the master model took around 3,000 hours of work by a small team of highly skilled modelmakers. The master parts were then used to create moulds from which the components of each model of the limited edition of 199 were hand cast in prototyping resin. Each individual model then took around 300 hours more to finish and build. This is undoubtedly the best large scale model of the California available anywhere in the world. Each model in the edition of 199 pieces has a signed certificate of authentication and a unique edition numbered plate on the base.
Size: 59x26x18cm
Weight: approx. 14kg

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The 1999 Honda Civic

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Honda Civics are known for their longevity. These cars can continue to be driven for years. For this reason, they also make good cheap honda civic‘s. One model that offers a lot of value for consumers is the 1999 Honda Civic. Like previous and recent models of the Civic, the 1999 version has money saving fuel economy.

Additionally, the 1999 Honda Civic comes with many other features to help make for a comfortable ride. Despite the small size on the exterior, the interior of the 1999 Honda Civic is rather spacious. This results in a comfortable experience. The Civic has a reputation for being a reliable car give its quality engineering. Maintenance typically is minimal when one owns a Civic.

The 1999 Honda Civic 1999 Honda Civic

The 1999 Honda Civic comes in different styles. These would include coupe and sedan bodies. They also have a hatchback option. This makes it easy to have additional cargo space with access through a rear door. Many are also surprised at the amount of space available in the trunk.

Since its first introduction in 1973, the Civic has proven to the world it’s a worthy vehicle for anyone. The 1999 Civic comes with a suspension system in a double wishbone in the front. This is a unique quality for this car. It offers riders with a smooth ride. Also, the suspension of the ’99 Civic can be customized. This can make the car more in line with one’s personal preferences.

The 1999 Honda Civic came in several trim packages. These include the CX, DX, EX, GX, HX and LX. Of these trim packages, the CX and DX are the basic ones. This means these Civic models with have basic stereo systems, tilt steering wheels and driver seats that must be adjusted by hand. These basic trim packages come on both the coupe and sedan models of the 1999 Honda Civic.


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Would working at STM be your dream job?

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  The team from STM have an exciting opportunity to join their team as an automotive technician, this href="http://www.performancecar.co.nz/news-5900/would-working-at-stm-be-your-dream-job"> …full story
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2012 Mercedes C250c

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C250c

C250c

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Growing up in small towns most of my childhood I never saw many Mercedes. I think the first one I saw was on the television series Dallas. When I was a teen I moved to Dallas. It was 1981, Dallas was in full blown indulgence mode. There were tons and tons of Mercedes in every combination.

It would be years later when I drove my first Mercedes. I remember wondering what the big deal was. That’s the funny thing about youth, you never appreciate engineering. I was more concerned with how many girls I could fit into any car I was in. Driving pleasure never entered my mind. Come to think of it not much else but girls consumed my teenage years.

Well, it’s been over thirty years since those crazy days. Now, much older, weaker and unattractive, I find myself appreciating the finer things in life. Good red wine, well balanced cars and yes, my recliner.

Refinement now has a place in my life and refinement is one of the many consistencies afforded us by Mercedes.
When I first laid eyes on the 2012 Mercedes C250 I immediately was impressed. The C250 does not stand out because of its styling. Its style and grace make it stand out.

Sit behind the wheel on what Mercedes considers an entry level car and you see exactly what the German’s are all about. What is listed as 201HP and 229 lb-ft of torque seems underrated by a third. Mated to the 7 speed Adaptive Automatic Transmission this little 1.8 four cylinder is extremely quick.

Mercedes has always stood for more than performance. Sophistication has also set them apart from the red-necks across the pond. We have made great strides here in America over the last several years but, try as we might we just can’t seem to create the refinement of the Germans.

The driving position is stellar. And everything is effortlessly controlled from the pilot’s seat.
What else can I say, I absolutely loved the C250 and for $ 37,000.00 you can put one in the garage tomorrow. Visit Classic Mercedes this weekend and see one for yourself.

I’m Lonnie Johnson and this is this week’s review sponsored by Stewart’s Donnybrook Automotive. Stop by and see Gary today. I’m very proud to have them sponsor these reviews and hope you will give them a chance to earn your business. At the corner of Donnybrook and Troup Stewart’s Donnybrook Automotive offers what I think is the last full service station on the planet. You won’t find a more enhanced, enjoyable atmosphere anywhere in Tyler.

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KTM Duke Officially launched in India

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Bajaj Motorcycle and KTM have launched the much awaited Duke 200 bike in India. The KTM is the Europe’s second largest motorcycle brand and dominates off-road segment motorcycle worldwide. KTM has entered the Indian shore with its premium street bike brand Duke. The Duke 200 will be the first motorcycle from KTM portfolio, while in future company has plans to bring bigger sibling of it to India.

The new KTM Duke 200 is powered by 200cc single cylinder, DOHC, four valve engine which churns out power of 25BHP and torque of 19nm. The bike also provides best in class power to weight ratio of 184 Ps/ton, this is made possible due to the high strength low weight components used in bike. The Duke 200 will be the first bike in India to feature Trellis Frame, Upside Down forks by European specialists WP, an aluminium swing arm and a multifunction cockpit.

The Duke 200 will be sold through 34 dedicated KTM stores nationwide, while KTM has also announced they will be providing performance accessories and Merchandise for the bike which includes KTM PowerWear and KTM PowerParts. The KTM Duke has been launched with an introductory price of Rs.1,17,500. With this launch it’s sure that Honda CBR250r, R15 V2.0 and Karizma ZMR will face a lot of heat from it in future.

Mr. Stefan Pierer, CEO of KTM-Sportmotorcycles AG speaking at the launch, “We are delighted to have the Duke 200 in India and are very positive about the prospects of KTM in the Indian market. With our unique design and engineering philosophy, we have managed to develop our unique brand identity which we are confident that our customers in India will appreciate “

KTM Duke 200 Specifications:

  • Design Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled
  • 200cc Displacement
  • 6-speed claw shifted transmission
  • Liquid cooling system with water pump
  • Peak power 25BHP
  • Peak Torque 19nm
  • Weight without fuel approx. 125 kg

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News: Goodyear Eagle F1 nabs top spot for third time

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Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2′s have taken their third consecutive gold in the annual MOTOR Magazine Tyre Test. href="http://www.performancecar.co.nz/news-5900/news-goodyear-eagle-f1-nabs-top-spot-for-third-time"> …full story
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SSX online game mode

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As part of the huge build-up to the release of the new SSX snowboarding game on 28 February, EASports has released a video that looks at some of the online elements in the new game, include the Explore mode that has you…
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Nissan Micra and Sunny prices increased

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Nissan has increased the price of its Micra and Sunny models in India. The price has been hiked ranging from 0.56 to 2.09 percent depending on variant variants. The new revised price will come in effect from January 20, 2012.

The Nissan Micra Petrol will now cost Rs. 3,000 more. The base version of Micra is priced at Rs. 4.10 lakh presently, while the Nissan Diesel variant get a price hike of Rs. 12,000 which currently starts from Rs. 5.72 lakh.

Similarly Nissan Sunny will now cost Rs. 5,000 more. Currently it is priced at Rs. 5.78 lakh for the base variant. However Nissan has decided to keep the price of Nissan Sunny Diesel untouched.

New Nissan Sunny and Micra Price :

Micra XE (P) Rs 413,500

Micra XL (P) Rs 475,500

Micra XV (P) Rs 541,300

Micra XV (D) Rs 584,970

Micra XV (D) Rs 629,300

Sunny XE (P) Rs 583,000

Sunny XL (P) Rs 693,000

Sunny XV (P) Rs 773,000

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2012 Nissan Juke SV

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2012 Nissan Juke

2012 Nissan Juke

I’ve stated for some time that I am mostly impressed with the Crossover market. Just like Neil Diamond music, the crossover as a segment is as pop-bland as you can be. Justin Bieber surely must possess somewhere in his collection a highly (read overly modified), pitch black Crossover.

Each manufacturer has put its best foot forward in this segment. The Ford Edge, the Hyundai Tucson, G.M’s Terrain and Equinox, and even BMW with its X3, are all great sellers. Yet, it’s getting more difficult every day to tell them apart. Basically, just give me the one I can afford and gets good mpg.

So what’s the next logical step for Nissan? Ah, let’s make the Dr. Seuss collection, I guess. First, with the Nissan Cube, and yes it is, and then with the Juke that looks to me kind of like a Nissan Cube that The Jolly Green Giant tried to pry apart.

However, it was in the driver’s seat that it all went temporarily south for me. Sitting there on top of the gauge cluster was a rear spoiler from a nineteen seventy-six Trans-AM. I’m not kidding. Serving as an eyelid connecting the two large humps of the gauge cluster was this…spoiler! Single worst automotive design I’ve seen yet. Just unbelievable.

If you can get past that, and I couldn’t, the 2012 Nissan Juke delivers everything buyers want in this segment. It’s peppy; really, the 1.6 liter power-plant manages 188HP and great mileage, 27/32 actually.

Wait, from here on out everything under 1.7 liters will be referred to as a power plant and not a motor.
The six-speed gear box is un-impressive but, I don’t think this buyer minds. Plus, if you don’t want to row your Juke, opt for the CVT transmission. The Juke is Fun and easy to drive. What I think is odd about the design is that I think it would look better as an off-roader with a higher ride height and larger wheels and tires, it already has an option for all-wheel-drive. Or, as Nissan has done, slam one on the ground and shoe-horn a GTR motor in it. Now you’re talking. You can visit our face book page at thecarshowktbb.com and see the entire Juke GTR build.

Finally, I love the pricing on the Juke. It starts at $ 19,000.00. I spent fifteen minutes of the boss’s time clicking on every option Nissan offers except a car cover and I couldn’t break $ 29,000.00. That’s value. One funny thing though. They offer an optional rear-spoiler for $ 390.00. I didn’t click on that; I’d just tear the one off the dashboard.

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