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Audi R8 eTron is a high-performance sports car with electric propulsion. Four electric motors, two in front and two in the back, are connected to the wheels. With a maximum output of 230 kW, 313 hp and  600 Nm torque, the Audi R8 eTron accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.8 seconds. The maximum speed of the sporty electric car is limited at 200 km / h.

With the newest technology incorporated into every detail of the car, this car is of very high quality. A liquid cooled lithium-ion battery and power electronics are located directly behind the passenger seat.

This arrangement contributes to an optimal centre of gravity and weight distribution between the front and read axles. The 550-pound lithium-ion battery in the R8 eTron consists of a large number of individual cells with high energy density, which are connected together. The battery provides enough power to cover about 250 kilometers, or 155 miles, according to the NEDC cycle.

When the battery is completely drained, it takes between six and eight hours to charge with a voltage of 230V. With heavier current, the process takes about two and a half hours. The battery incorporates technology called regenerative braking, that allows the battery to recharge whenever braking or decelerating, extending the battery life of the car.

The rear axle provides around 70 percent of the torque in normal working conditions. The Audi eTron incorporates lateral dynamics using the four motors. Selective acceleration of individual wheels and active torque distribution are perfectly calculated.

Under steer and over steer can be precisely offset with small increases in power and braking interventions. Systematic lightweight construction is particularly important for electric vehicles. The body of the Audi R8 eTron is aluminium, designed with the Audi Space Frame technology and weighs less than 200 kg. It helps the high performance sports car weigh a mere 1,500 kilograms.

Renault has presented an even hotter version of the Megane RS, called the Renault Megane RS Trophy Edition, and it provides unmatched efficiency and speed for its class. The increase in power does not affect the vehicle's flexibility and comfort, and the company has planned to produce five hundred Renault Megane RS Trophy cars altogether. With a maximum power of 265 hp, a maximum torque of 360 Nm is available in the very wide range of 3000 to 5000 rpm.

Performance has been enhanced in the process of designing this car, and the result is a 0 to 100 kph time of just 6.0 seconds (down 0.1 seconds), a top speed of 254 kph (up 4 kph) and the 100 km standing start in 25.4 seconds (down 0.3 seconds). Beyond these statistics, however, the experience of driving Renault Mégane RS Trophy is a constant source of enjoyment with many satisfying sensations. In addition to the finely-tuned set-up of the Cup chassis and the standard limited slip differential, a new tyre fitment contributes to the car's exceptional road-holding on dry roads, especially through tighter turns, as well as in the wet.

The design of the Formula 1 inspired Bridgestone Potenza RE050A's asymmetric, directional tread pattern and the form of its tread blocks provide outstanding grip, stability and acoustic comfort, whatever the conditions. Last but not least, Renault Mégane RS Trophy's fuel-efficiency has been carefully optimised to return combined-cycle fuel consumption of just 8.2 litres/100 km, equivalent to 190g of CO2/km, which represents a saving of 0.2 litres/100 km and 5g/km over Renault Mégane RS at the time of the latter's launch.

Inside, the Recaro bucket seats (fabric or leather, depending on market) add to the cabin's unmistakably sporty feel, as does the central display which shows the data provided by the R.S. Monitor. This innovative on-board data-logging system records performance and displays a range of mechanical parameters in real-time, a feature which owners will especially appreciate during track days, an exercise to which the Renault Mégane RS Trophy lends itself particularly well. Indeed, the car will be on show at the Renault Sport Day which forms part of the Renault Sport Enthusiasts Day programme at the Nürburgring, Germany, on June 17, 2011.

This represents a saving of 0.2 litres per 100 kilometers and 5 grams per kilometer in comparison with the presentation of the last Megane RS. The Renault Megane RS Trophy can be recognised at a glance, thanks to the black roof, specific decals, new rear spoiler, 19-inch black wheels with glossy red ring around the board, and RS caps. LED daytime running lights also play an important role in the striking design of the car.

Renault Megane RS Trophy has the introduced new, iconic, yellow metallic paint. The new vehicle will be especially appreciated by fans of the Renault Sport. Via www.findspares.co.za you can find and buy all the parts for your Renault, quick and easy to save your money.

In the heart of the new Micra lies a truly remarkable engine specifically designed to meet the low emissions and daily needs to fulfill the modern world. When the engine of the new model Nissan Micra DIG-S is used in contemporary combination with direct fuel injection and turbo technology, the results are astounding to say the least.

Traditionally, diesel cars have always been more economical than their petrol equivalents. Until now that is, because Nissan claims that its latest fourth-generation Micra can return an incredible 76 mpg. This remarkable achievement is all down to an ultra-clean and efficient new 1.2-litre petrol engine with auto stop/start technology, coupled with an all-new lightweight chassis. The doors and boot feel light and a bit tinny, although this is all in the name of efficiency. By minimising heat and friction as much as possible, combined with an unusually high compression ratio of 13 to 1, the engineers at Nissan have created a machine that sets the eco standard for the rest of the industry.

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The new fourth-generation Rio by Kia was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011. It is now famous for its unique appearance and strong personality. Each element of the new model is in line with the rest of the impressive range of designs by Kia. Faced with the difficult job of improving international sales and success of the previous generation model, the engineers and designers have created a Kia Rio with a new aesthetic taste for consumers.

The new model will move up in sales with its low running costs and class-leading reduction of CO2 emissions. The 5-door version of the Kia Rio will go on sale in the UK in September, while the model with 3-doors will be  available in early 2012.

Both versions will be manufactured exclusively at the Kia factory in Sohari, Korea. This new car is an evolution of its predecessor. The bold and distinctive personality of the new Rio represents a complete departure from its predecessor and fits perfectly into the revitalised new line of Kia vehicles. The Rio has its own unique grille, which is integrated and combined with the headlamps to create a new twist to the visual appearance of the Kia.

In it's latest incarnation, the Kia logo now sits above the grille. In profile, there is a dynamic stance to the car due to the proportions of the glass to the frame. The Rio shows a connection with the Sportage, with a strong and stable rear-end, a flowing C-pillar and dominant high shoulder.

The roof-line of the coupe contrasts dramatically with the rear bumper of the car. This bold, but elegant appearance is strengthened by the distinctive lines of the car. In many countries, the diesel model is the preferred option for the Rio.

A 1.4-litre engine will generate 90 horsepower and 216 Nm of torque, while the 1.1-litre will produce 70 horsepower and 162 Nm of torque. Both of these engines provide a maximum torque at 1,750 rpm. A well-proven power unit has reduced friction and is modified to achieve competitive performance and fuel economy.

With a maximum of 109 horsepower and a maximum torque of 136 Nm, this engine is the fastest and accelerates to 100 km/h in 11.5 seconds, as well as being able to reach a top speed of 181 km/h. The standard transmission for the diesel versions and the larger petrol model will be a six-speed manual gearbox. The 1.25-litre petrol engine with 85 horsepower will have a five-speed gearbox. A four-speed automatic gearbox will be available as an option on the 1.4-litre petrol engine powered by 109 horsepower.

The Toyota Yaris Hybrid made its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show in mid 2012. The car combines ingenious design and urban agility of the Yaris model range with the unique driving experience and efficiency of the full hybrid powertrain of the Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive. The new Toyota Yaris Hybrid launch marks a new start for the company and the auto industry behind it.

The Yaris hybrid drive features a 1.5-litre VVT-i petrol engine, electric motor and a continuously variable automatic transmission which develops 100PS (98hp/73kW). Fuel consumption is 3.5 litres/100 km, and a CO2 emissions of 79g/km. The Yaris Hybrid is the most fuel efficient vehicle with a combustion engine currently on the German market.

Designed in Germany and America, the new Passat was developed as a larger vehicle with additional services and handling characteristics with will perfectly match the tastes and lifestyle of most Americans. The 2012 Volkswagen Passat is the most affordable midsize sedan on the market. The diesel engine of the Passat TDI is expected to be quite economical for highway driving.

The all-new VW Passat offers three powertrain options. One of them is a responsive 2.5-liter gasoline engine. The second is a remarkably ecological 2.0-liter TDI clean diesel engine, and the third is a  powerful 3.6 VR6 engine. The 2.5-liter, five-cylinder engine with 170 horsepower, which is available for the first time ever in a Passat, will be combined with a standard five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

The quiet, four cylinder 2.0-liter TDI clean diesel engine with 140 horsepower option offers the power of a six-cylinder gasoline engine and the fuel economy of a hybrid car. The Passat TDI is expected to have very low fuel consumption when driving on the highway. Volkswagen TDI diesel engines with catalytic NOx storage converters are among the cleanest engines in the world, adhering to emission requirements of all 50 states.

The new Passat TDI comes with option of having Volkswagen's legendary 6-speed  DSG transmission. The VR6 3.6-liter engine with an output of 280 horsepower offers power, luxury and ride comfort with European-type restrictions in fuel consumption resulting is 28 MPG in highway mileage. The new VR6 Passat uses a standard six-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission, which is considered the most efficient automatic transmission in the world.

This technologically advanced six-speed transmission with dual-clutch allows the driver to immediately switch gears without the need for a clutch pedal. The result is a clear, quick shift without the loss of power like a traditional manual transmission.

The new Ford B-MAX, revealed in the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, boasts a winning combination of unique design and superior fuel economy. These vehicles use the most modern technology. The door system in the B-MAX Ford provides smooth entry and exit. The new model also achieves class-leading fuel economy and low CO2 emissions for petrol and diesel engines.

The B-MAX is the first innovative European car that offers the SYNC system with voice activation, which is linked to an system emergency. This feature is designed to assist passengers to call emergency services in the event of an accident. It is also the first car in its class that provide extra comfort with the Active City Stop system designed to help drivers avoid collisions at low speeds in stationary or slow moving traffic.

This is an intelligent and flexible small car. Latest technology in the Ford B-MAX makes driving more fun, offering increased safety and achieving class-leading fuel economy. It offers things that other vehicles simply can not match. The Ford B-MAX will have a major impact on the market for compact cars.

Based on the new Ford platform, the car offers outstanding space and flexibility with a smart and stylish exterior. The B-MAX is just over four meters long, eleven cm longer than the Fiesta five-door, and thirty-two cm shorter than the new C-MAX. Ford's uniquely, easy access provides new levels of convenience, accessibility and flexibility.

The car has a conventional sliding doors and front hinged rear door, combined with a new body design. Generous access makes it very easy to fit bulky items through the side doors, great for furniture, flat packs or even a bicycle.

Adjustable rear seats allow you to create a flat load floor space. Drivers will be able to benefit from greater space in the B-MAX, which is twelve centimeters more than the Fiesta model. This significantly improves legroom and head in the backseat. Ford designers have created a compact, sporty and stylish car which adds its own distinctive character to the Ford MAV line.

The Ford B-MAX aims to capture the spirit of the S-MAX, despite the apparently smaller size. The new Ford demonstrates that a small car can be very well built and practical inside with an elegant and dynamic appearance. B-MAX is true to the standard of Ford vehicles with class-leading driving dynamics, as well as a better grip and flexibility.

The Ford B-MAX is setting new standards for fuel efficiency in the compact MAV class with the latest petrol and diesel propulsion systems featuring low CO2 ECOnetic technology. The petrol model is governed by a three-cylinder 1.0-liter petrol EcoBoost engine, with the option of either 108 and 118 horsepower versions. It comes equipped with the Ford Auto-Start-Stop system in the standard model with a 118 horsepower EcoBoost engine and achieves class-leading reduced CO2 emissions.

Other options are the petrol engine with 89 hp, the 1.4-liter Duratec with 104 hp or the 1.6-liter Duratec engine which is connected to a six-speed automatic transmission and a dual clutch. The B-MAX is available with a choice of two Duratorq TDCi engines, each of which offers best in class fuel efficiency. The 1.6-liter engine with 94 hp ensures CO2 emissions of 104g/km and fuel consumption of 4.0l per 100km. The 1.5-liter diesel engine with a power output of 74 hp which first appeared in the European Ford product range.

It achieves CO2 emissions of 109g/km and fuel consumption of 4.1l per 100km. ECOnetic technology is standard on all B-MAX vehicles, along with electric power steering and an indicator on the shift lever, which helps the driver to adopt a more economical driving style.

The Alfa Romeo 159 has been produced since 2005. The car is available as a Sedan or Wagon. Three petrol engines and three diesel engines are available for this car. All have plenty of power, with the exception of the entry level 1.9-litre turbo-diesel. The best choice for most people will probably be the 1.9-litre petrol engine with 150 horsepower.

The Alfa Romeo 159 is very comfortable to drive . There is only slight body lean when going through corners. The new car is impressively refined compared to its predecessor, the Alfa Romeo 156. Wind noise and road noise is nearly non-existent, and the engine noise is not enough to bother the driver and passengers. The new Alfa Romeo 159 is an expensive vehicle, but the price still undercuts all of it's rivals.

Fuel consumption is better than the comparable models made by Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. Overall the car is very reliable. The drive-train is strong, but cannot compare to the German cars of it's class. The car features a button for push-start ignition. The stereo and AC controls are clear and easy to use.

The steering wheel and driver's seat of the Alfa Romeo 159 adjust conveniently to any driver's liking. The new Alfa Romeo 159 has more interior space than any of it's predecessors. There is plenty of headroom and legroom in the front and the placement of the rear passenger seats is one of the best in its class.

The Alfa Romeo 159's trunk is larger than in the previous model, but lacks the space and form of the Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class cars. It has received the maximum 5 star rating from the Euro NCAP crash test. Front and side air-bags come standard together with knee air-bags provided for the driver. Stability controls are standard in all models.

The Alfa Romeo 159 Turismo comes with alloy wheels, front and rear electric windows, dual climate control, central locking and a CD palyer. The Lusso version features leather upholstery and parking sensors. If you are in need of new or used Alfa Romeo 159 parts, you an run a quick inquiry about availability and pricing online at www.findspares.co.za.

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The Astra G was launched in Europe in 1998. It is available as a 3 and 5-door hatchback, a 4-door sedan, a 5-door wagon, and two special versions of the 2000 - Astra Coupe and Cabrio. In the Astra G is the introduction of engine power with natural gas. The chassis is upgraded by Lotus and formed the basis of the seven-seat, compact MPV Opel Zafira. Approximately 90,000 cars were produced, of which 7000 were open-top.

The production of the Astra G continued at Opel's plant in Gliwice, Poland, after the debut of the next-generation Opel Astra H, and the older model is called the Astra Classic, like its predecessor. This car was offered in Central and Eastern Europe, as well as Turkey, with the name Astra Classic II from 2004 until the end of 2009.

Apart from European markets, these models were sold in Australia and New Zealand as Holden Astra Classic, until they were replaced by the Holden Viva in 2006. Over the years, Astra G continued local production plants in Brazil, Chevrolet. The car was received a facelift in 2003 and sold in Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, other Latin American markets.

In Brazil, the Astra G remains as the leader of its segment in sales since 1999. The Brazilian version, the GM 2,0-litre, with a 8V, I4 engine, of the Astra G is equipped with Flexpower technology that allows the car to work with two types of fuel, providing 128 and 140 horsepower at 5200 rpm. In 2004, a Russian joint venture GM GM-AvtoVAZ  launched the GM-AvtoVAZ Chevrolet Viva, Astra G version with four doors.

This model was sold by Chevrolet dealers in Russia. At that time, Opel dealers were selling the new version Opel Astra H. Sales were originally weak, due to high pricing. Series Astra G Coupe with a V8 engine has been used in DTM. These cars were specially designed for the purpose and use them as race cars.

A sports series model of the car is powered by 4.0 Litre, V8 engine, with nearly 500 hp and 370 kW. Opel performed poorly for several seasons of DTM. The Road models of the Opel Astra G are quite liked cars in our country.  The Opel Astra G road car is well designed and built.

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The Opel Astra F debuted in October 1991. The successor to the Opel Kadett E donned the name Astra, which was already used by Vauxhall for models Kadett D and E. The car is available as a three or five-door hatchback, a sedan and a wagon variant respectively. A convertible model was designed and built by Bertone in Italy.

Major changes over the years include exterior styling and the availability of new specifications. For Opel Astra one of the leading models was the GSi 2.0 L I4 16V with a Benziniv engine that had 151 horsepower and 110 kW, which is available only as a three-door car. Moddelat also comes with sports bodykit and extended front seats in the interior.

However, this modification was replaced in 1995 and was renamed Sport, a more modern version Ecotec, the X20XEV with 136 horsepower and 100 kW parallel C20XE replaced it. In Europe in 1994 all Astra models come with a 2.0 L 16V Ecotec X20XEV parallel with the engine 2.0 L 8V - C20NE, but models with 3-door wagon could be selected with C20XE engine powered by 151 horsepower and 110 kW .

The Opel Astra F was replaced by the new generation, Astra G, in1998. In our country Opel Astra Fs are still found on the streets. They are preferred because of their low price and reputation for durability.

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