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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Cartunes of Atlanta Presents: iPod and Bluetooth by mObridge
The guys at CarTunes of Atlanta always take time out of their busy days to offer advice about new technology that they manage to get their hands on. This time around, they're educating you about the iPod and Bluetooth by mObridge. This is what they had to say:
Ever catch yourself wishing that you didn’t have to listen to those same CD’s in your CD changer, or wish you could keep both hands on the wheel while making a phone call.
Now you can, with the mObridge iPod and Bluetooth Interface. This allows you to listen and control your iPod as well as send and receive phone calls all through your factory system. Several new BMW, Mercedes, Land Rover, Porsche, and Audi vehicles have complicated audio systems using fiber optic technology. The mObridge unit seemlessly interfaces with all these complicated electronics allowing for a clean integration of your iPod and Bluetooth Handsfree phone. It even allows Bluetooth streaming audio for you Pandora listeners out there.
For more information about Mobridge, log onto their site at mobridge.us
5 Best Cars at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show According to Ghost Motorsports
The guys at Ghost Motorsports had the pleasure of going to the Los Angeles Auto Show which just wrapped up two days ago. After careful consideration, they gave an impressive list of their top 5 cars based on what they saw at the show.
The car that was listed at number 2 should have been higher. Just sayin.... But it's safe to say that the guys at Ghost Motorsport love for their cars to have horsepower.
After a year of anticipation, just as we thought the world was ending, the 2011 LA Auto Show is back in action! As with previous years, the event has been a huge success and automotive manufacturers are gaining massive exposure for their newest creations. In particular, 5 vehicles stand out from the crowd:
1) 2012 Mercedes ML63 — Sporting the new 5.5-liter, twin-turbocharged powerplant now found in the E63, CLS63 and other models, Mercedes-Benz has turned an already fast SUV into a rocket ship. Not only are track times improved, but the twin-turbocharged engine will surely increase towing capacity. Range Rover, Porsche, BMW and others should be shaking in their boots.
2) 2013 Shelby GT500 — A Mustang with more horsepower/torque than exotic cars… and it’s from the factory? Yes! The new 2013 Shelby Gt500 Mustang boasts a whopping 650 bhp and 600 lb.-ft. of torque. If that doesn’t make you happy, I don’t know what will.
3) 2012 Jaguar XKR-S — Taking the sporty XKR to another level, the XKR-S is for true performance enthusiasts. Power was increased to 550 bhp and a much sportier, aggressive aerodynamics kit has been added.
4) 2012 Audi S7 — If you’re an Audi enthusiast, you know the S-models mean business. Kicking a luxury sedan up a notch, Audi stuffed a twin-turbo, 4.0-liter V8 engine under the hood, which is a pleasant upgrade from the 3.0-liter supercharged engine found in the A7. The S7 spits out 420 bhp and nearly the same torque.
5) Subaru BRZ Concept STI — Subaru WRX owners who’ve wanted a more sporty 2-seater have had their prayers answered. Unfortunately power numbers haven’t been released, but the fact that it’s rear wheel drive is quite promising.
The car that was listed at number 2 should have been higher. Just sayin.... But it's safe to say that the guys at Ghost Motorsport love for their cars to have horsepower.
MC Customs Shows Off Drew Soren's Matte Black Nissan GTR
Drew Soren happens to be a relief pitcher for the Washington Nationals. We all know I had to google him because the rule is: if Joe Girardi doesn't manage them, then I don't have the slightest clue of who they are. Like 80% of the MLB players, he brought his Nissan GTR to MC Customs where they gave it first class treatment.
Doesn't it look great!!!!
"All About Audi" featuring Maino
The All About Audi web-series continues, this time it's with Maino, the Brooklyn bred rapper who brought you "Hi Haters". Like the previous episode with Jim Jones, Maino had the luxury of leaving tire skidmarks all over the streets of Midtown Manhattan (34th Street and 9th Ave. It's really Hell's Kitchen to be specific), while driving a 2012 Audi A7. Check out the video below, and then, I will give my usual blunt, yet logical commentary.
If anyone has ears who watched it, the first thing that was wrong was the quality of the audio. However, I will give credit because Maino actually explored more of the features of the car. First he tested the horsepower, which did impress him. During the joyride, Maino decides to tinker with Audi's Drive Select feature which allowed him to change the suspension of the car right then and there.
However the complaints that I have of this episode still carried over from the previous episode: It was more of "The Day in the Life of Maino" and less about the car. Yes, Maino did explore the features of the car more than Jim Jones, but the amount of time that was discussed about the car was all of 9 seconds. But at the end of the day, what does watch and sneaker shopping have to do with a 2012 Audi?
Basically, I'm saying that I wasn't impressed with this episode, even though I am a fan of Maino.
*Note: Start praying that the episode featuring Jadakiss is a stronger episode than this one*
Toyota to introduce its premium brand Lexus in India by 2013
Japanese automotive giant, Toyota, one of the leading brands in the world which produces cars for every segment is set to launch its luxury vehicle division "Lexus" in India by 2013.
Lexus is one of the largest-selling luxury segment cars in Japan, which operates its own design, engineering, and manufacturing centers, solely responsible for the division's vehicles.
Sandeep Singh, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Deputy Managing Director said, "Lexus is a premium and reputed brand of Toyota. We will introduce the models of this brand in India in 2013, the company, at present, is conducting a study in the market on formulating strategies to market the car.
Thanks to other sources which allows importing the Lexus, which has made Indian roads visualize models from Lexus such as the Lexus SC 430, Lexus ES, RX and LX to name a few.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Friday, November 25, 2011
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet
Exotics in India caught the all new 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet, which had been presented for a campaign at one of the famous shopping mall in Bangalore. With its new technology and safety features the E-Class is likely to become another industry trend-setter.
The new Cabriolet joins the E-Class lineup of Mercedes-Benz making the carmaker a full range of cabriolet, wagon, sedan and coupe models. The E-class Cabriolet debuted last year as the ninth generation of the company’s highly successful model range.
The cabriolet feature: The two-door, four-seat Cabriolet boasts a fully electric fabric top which consists of three layers of weather-resistant material and provides exceptional insulation throughout the year, even in poor weather or in the car wash. The convertible top can be opened or closed in 20 seconds even at speeds of up to 40 km/h. The roof opens or closes electrohydraulically at your finger tip and also infrared function on the key.
The E-Class Cabriolet literally tames the air as said by Mercedes-Benz with it’s the new AIRCAP system which works at push of a button to reduce noise, drafts and air turbulence for all four occupants. The new AIRCAP technology functions like an ingenious system consisting of a wind deflector on the roof frame and a special draught stop extends the flow curve over the passenger compartment.
Fitted as standard, the innovative Aircap system incorporates an electrically operated wind deflector above the windscreen and a draught stop between the rear headrests. When driving the new E-Class Cabriolet with the top down, simply hit a button on the centre console and the Aircap deflector is activated, channeling the flow of air over and away from the cabin. As a result, occupants are spared the turbulence and noise so often associated with top-down motoring. (Mercedes-Benz)
Mercedes-Benz pursues a comprehensive safety philosophy: the integral safety concept. At its core lies the vision of accident-free driving: numerous measures that support the driver in critical situations and can help to prevent an accident.
Forestalling this to safety philosophy, the Merc has introduced safety innovations like:
“Attention Assist”, which detects drowsiness. This is done by the sensors which analyses the driving behavior and compares the changes in driving with the driver profile individually determined previously.
“Intelligent Light System”, which ensures the best possible visibility in every driving situation with its four automatic settings.
“LED tail lights and adaptive brake lights”, The tail and brake lights and the third brake light employ LEDs. In comparison with conventional lights they are significantly faster and emphasize the sporty design.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is an absolutely excellent two door, four seat, open-top car. However I feel very suspicious if it could go with the Bimmer’s M3 convertible, well, the standard 3-Series convertible and the Infiniti G Convertible can be thought about.
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