ŠKODA AUTO PLANT IN VRCHLABÍ CELEBRATES 100TH ANNIVERSARY

Škoda Auto commemorated the 100th anniversary of its subsidiary plant in Vrchlabí this weekend. Last year in September, the plant celebrated one millionth vehicle manufactured after the merger with Volkswagen in 1991.

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G-POWER M3 TORNADO

For the current BMW M3, G-POWER offers an exquisite supercharger system that sets new standards in regards of design, quality and performance. Using gentle soft charging with just 0,3 bar (relative) boost, the output of the V8 engine is pushed from 420 hp to 500 hp and the torque increases from 400 Nm up to 480 Nm.

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FEDERAL CHANCELLOR ANGELA MERKEL VISITS OPEL IN RÜSSELSHEIM

Rüsselsheim. Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel today visited the Opel Insignia production site in Rüsselsheim, stopping by to briefly chat with employees along the assembly line. She was accompanied during her 90 minute visit by Hessen’s State Premier Roland Koch, German Defense Minister Franz Josef Jung as well as Hessen’s Economic Minister Dieter Posch.

Angela Merkel

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SUNDAY TIMES REVIEW: BMW X1 xDRIVE 23d SE

The Sunday Times’ Andrew Frankel has been driving BMW’s forthcoming X1 xDrive 23d SE model. Set to make its world debut this September; Frankel was forbidden from taking any interior shots of the X1, but doesn’t understand why, as it appears to be using little more than dials and switchgear from its 3-Series brother, along with a virtually identical dash, too. Performance from the 204bhp diesel unit sounds promising with 62mph arriving in 7.3sec before hitting a top speed of 140mph.

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“The chief point to note here is that the X1 is by no stretch a family car. There’s good space in the front, and the boot is a decent size and shape, but the legroom in the back is tight enough to start anyone other than small children fidgeting soon after climbing aboard.”

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JMS RACELOOK CARSTYLING CORSA D

For the perfect driving performance JMS offers a H&R monotube coil over kit with 50mm/45mm lowering (euro 1069). Racing optics purely with one-piece Racing rims 8×18 and 215/35R18 tyre (euro 1499). With this combination no bodywork needed.

jms racelook corsa d

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SUPREME PERFORMANCE, EXCLUSIVE STYLE: THE BMW M3 EDITION MODELS

Powerful, aesthetic design, supreme performance and exclusive style – the unique characteristics of the BMW M3 are now available in highly attractive Edition Models focusing on the most outstanding highlights of these outstanding cars.

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MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER GETS NEW GENERATION DIESEL ENGINES

Stuttgart – It is the bestselling van in its class in Europe, and has lent its name to an entire vehicle category. It has repeatedly set standards in technology, safety, economy, environmental protection and performance. Now the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is consolidating its leading position even further, pulling away from its competitors with a new generation of diesel engines, new manual transmissions and numerous other features.

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AUDI TEAMS UP WITH TOM BRADY AND BEST BUDDIES TO SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES

HERNDON, Va., May 29, 2009 – Audi of America will again team up with star quarterback Tom Brady and the non-profit organization Best Buddies International as the Title Sponsor and Official Vehicle of the Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, a charity bike ride in support of people with intellectual disabilities.

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VOLKSWAGEN GERMANY RELEASES CALIFORNIA BLACK EDITION MOTORHOME

Volkswagen has released a special version of its motorhome for the Germany market. The California Black Edition is based on the company’s California Comfort Line model, but benefits from exclusive 18-inch Azev alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, smoked rear lights and upholstery in leather and Alcantara. Translated blurb below.

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AUDI A5 CABRIOLET BY CARACTERE

Belgian tuner Caractere has turned its attentions to the Audi A5 Cabriolet. The package consists of a front bumper for cars with original fog lights, a rear spoiler with or without exhaust with left & right tips, and a front grille for cars with or without APS front. The CW1 wheels are available in 19” & 20” diameter.

Caractere Audi A5 Cabriolet

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BIOGAS AUDI A4 HITS 227 MPH

What power brings biogas in the tank, the successful record with by the Company modified Hohenester Audi. The car drove on the test track in cardboard castle Niedersächsiches 364.6 km / h, surpassing the old world record with a Bugatti was up to nearly 20 km / h.

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AUDI AT THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS 2009

Just a few more days before Audi competes yet again in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The brand with the four rings aims to continue its success story on the weekend of June 13/14 in probably the world’s toughest sportscar race with the newly developed R15 TDI diesel sportscar. Audi has competed at Le Mans ten times to date and, in the process, has crossed the finish line as winners eight times.

audi r15 tdi

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EN ROUTE TO A NEW RECORD WITH THE AUDI A3: THREE CONTINENTS IN THREE DAYS

Ingolstadt – Covering over 4,900 kilometers (3,044 miles) in three days, driving specialist Gerhard Plattner is gearing up for his next record-breaking attempt as the first driver to reach three continents in just three days.

Gerhard Plattner

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CAR REVIEW: BUGATTI VEYRON 16.4 GRAND SPORT

Here’s Car’s Chris Chilton getting to grips with Bugatti’s awesome topless model, the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. When the roof is closed, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport can reach 407 km/h, while speeds of up to 360 km/h are possible with the roof off. Should it rain, an innovative soft-top roof, like an umbrella, stored in the luggage compartment, can be opened up at any time. With this soft top in place, the car can travel at up to 130 km/h.

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BMW OF NORTH AMERICA AWARDS MEDIA BUYING AND PLANNING ACTIVITIES CONTRACT TO UM (UNIVERSAL MCCANN)

BMW of North America today announced that the company has awarded its national and regional media planning and buying activities to UM (New York, NY), with a 3-year contract.

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