Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Munich, 30th June 2008. The F1 German Grand Prix programme this year will see the revival of the most spectacular single-make competition in motor racing history. The BMW M1 Procar series will be back at Hockenheim on 19th and 20th July as a field of ten cars.
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Ingolstadt/Nürnberg – Double début at the Norisring in Nuremberg: This weekend, the Audi R8 will be used as the official DTM safety car for the first time – and as a racing taxi as well.
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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MARTORELL - June 30, 2008: The new Ibiza SportCoupé raises the bar of sportiness on SEAT’s newest model, combining impressive, vanguard exterior design with exceptional dynamic qualities and a wide range of engine options, which now includes the efficient 80 hp 1.4 and 90 hp 1.9 diesel versions. In addition, with a seven-speed DSG transmission making its debut in this segment, the Ibiza range now features a technical innovation that provides it with greater response and excellent driving comfort.
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Richard Hammond uses the potent Audi RS6 to take on some annoyingly cool French skiers
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Tuner HAMANN has created a carbon-fibre bonnet for Lamborghini Gallardo owners who want to make their car look like a Honda Civic…
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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With the one-two win clinched by Giniel de Villiers/Dirk von Zitzewitz and Mark Miller/Ralph Pitchford, Volkswagen celebrated a successful Brazilian début at the Rally dos Sertões.
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Powerful dynamism, stamina and endurance are just as important in sport as out on the road. To be successful, you need to use your energy as efficiently as possible: On June 23, eleven white Audi A4 2.0 TDI models took to the start in the efficiency competition organized by Audi and Auto Bild. To stand a chance of winning, however, the teams have to complete the total distance of over 1,650 kilometers (1,025.26 miles) with an average fuel consumption of under four liters (over 58.80 US mpg).
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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To mark Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday, the international music scene gathered on Friday for a benefit concert in London’s Hyde Park. Mercedes-Benz has supported this unique music event to raise funds for Mandela’s “46664” campaign against HIV/AIDS with an extraordinary gift for auction – a brand-new Mercedes-Benz C 350, autographed by top acts, prominent guests and socially disadvantaged children from London.
Posted on 30th June, 2008 by Warren M
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If you didn’t catch the latest Top Gear, you missed an excellent show. Mr Clarkson had his nicotine-stained fingers on the mighty 507bhp Mercedes-Benz CLK Black Series.
Posted on 28th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Powerful, spontaneous and ultra-efficient: this is the new top version in Audi’s V6 engine range. The 3.0 TFSI develops 213 kW (290 hp) and a huge 420 Nm (309.78 lb-ft) of torque. It combines two state-of-the-art technologies in perfect style – gasoline direct injection and compressor supercharging. The hi-tech V6 will go into production later in the year.
Posted on 28th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Volkswagen has won the international competition “Golden Drop of Oil 2008″ for its innovative engine-gearbox combination, the powerful 90 kW TSI engine and the new 7-speed DSG gearbox. The energy and environment prize is awarded annually by the German automobile club “Kraftfahrer-Schutz e. V. (KS)”. The club awards this prize for technical developments in passenger cars which make a significant contribution towards reducing fuel consumption and safeguarding the environment.
Posted on 28th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Commanding one-two win for Volkswagen: At the Rally dos Sertões the factory duos Giniel de Villiers/Dirk von Zitzewitz as well as Mark Miller/Ralph Pitchford captured first and second place overall.
Posted on 28th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Stuttgart. The rapid development of Porsche Consulting GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen, calls for an expansion of management capacities. For this reason, the board of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has appointed Dr. Wolfgang Lindheim (47) as Chief Financial Officer of the subsidiary.
Posted on 27th June, 2008 by Warren M
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After the penultimate leg of the Rallye dos Sertões, Volkswagen is about to clinch a one-two victory: While Giniel de Villiers/Dirk von Zitzewitz with their fourth-place finish defended their clear lead at this cross-country rally through Brazil in a controlled drive, their team-mates Mark Miller/Ralph Pitchford claimed their third stage win.
Posted on 27th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart has been confirmed as the most attractive and likeable automobile brand in its largest export market, the USA. In the latest survey of opinion the “Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout Study (APEAL2)” conducted by the market research company, J.D. Power, Porsche took first place for the fourth consecutive time.
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