Daimler is investing heavily in China

The Daimler AG and its Chinese partner Beijing Automotive Industry Corporation (BAIC) have signed today in the presence of Federal Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel and Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao of a strategic framework agreement. The two companies plan to expand their cooperation in China. The joint venture Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd..

(BBAC) are converted to a total of around € 2 billion invested. / B The local production for the Chinese market from 2011 to the GLK compact SUV in 2013 and gradually expanded to three models of the new generation of Mercedes-Benz compact cars. The existing production capacity for the C-Class and E-class long-wheelbase version will be removed annually from the current level around 80 000 vehicles in accordance with market demand.

Two Lexus LFA at Goodwood

With two special Lexus LFA participates in the "Festival of Speed" (30.6.-7.1.2011) in part on the grounds of the castle in southern England Goodwood. First shown by the special edition "Nürburgring-performance package" is. Second car is the racing version that has been at last weekend's 24-hour race at the Nürburgring.

The Lexus LFA is a limited edition of 50 copies. Main changes compared to the standard model are an increase in output by 10 hp to 570 hp at 8900 revolutions per minute and a package of aerodynamic components from the perspective of carbon, including a large fixed rear spoiler, which increases at high speeds the downforce on the rear axle.

Opel Astra reduces CO2 emissions to 99 grams

Vauxhall has reduced the consumption of the Astra 1.7 CDTI to 3.7 liters of diesel and therefore the CO2 emissions of 99 grams per kilometer. The labeled with the additional designation Ecoflex fuel-efficient version of the compact model, yet provides 96 kW / 130 hp and 300 Nm of torque between 2000 and 2500 revolutions per minute tours.

It is shifted with a friction-reduced six-speed gearshift recommendation. The prices of the five-door model will be announced to the market launch in autumn. The measures to reduce fuel consumption include the drive system including efficient heat management, start / stop technology and brake energy regeneration as well as aerodynamic components and the reduction in rolling resistance.

DTM: Audi has never won on the Norisring

There is only one DTM race in the current calendar date, Audi has won since its comeback in the most popular international touring car racing series ever: just the "home game" at the Nuremberg Norisring. Buoyed by the tenth triumph at Le Mans and three consecutive victories in the DTM (Zandvoort, Spielberg, Lausitzring) that should change on the first weekend in July.

Eight times in a row, Mercedes-Benz has won only on the 2.3-kilometer street circuit between Dutzendteich and Easy Credit Stadium. Audi took the final win for the 2002 Laurent Aiello Abt-Audi TT-R, as he at the last corner leading up to that overtook Bernd Schneider. Even with the legendary V8 Quattro, Audi was the early 90s, had been successful in the DTM.

After the Le Mans accident: Two new Audi R18 TDI for Imola

It is three weeks after the triumph at the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the Audi R18 TDI before the next race on the program. The 6-hour race in Imola, Italy (1-03.07.2011) comes at an important moment in the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup (ILMC), that, from 2012, will become the FIA World Endurance Championship.

There was not much time to celebrate the tenth Le Mans victory for the Joest team. Since Audi wants to use the winning car with the number "2" for exhibits and demo rides, after the two serious accidents Allan McNish and Mike Rockenfeller had at Le Mans, two new emergency vehicles were built (R18-103 and R18-107).

Mitsubishi builds electric vans

Mitsubishi Motors is building next to the four-door compact car i-MiEV electric vehicle now another. The minicab MiEV is a small van and is currently being tested by a Japanese shipping company as a fleet vehicle in practice. Initial customer orders are now being accepted for the electric-vans in Japan.

The plan is in the closed-form design as well as in flatbed truck offered to take either of two different battery versions with 10.5 kWh and 16.0 kWh on the market. The range in the Japanese JC 08-cycle so that is 100 kilometers, or 150 kilometers. The Mitsubishi Minicab been produced since 1966 as a small-vans in Japan and has been modernized and adapted to the requirements.

Design and tinkering with Audi for girls only

bZwölf girls, five days and a clear mandate: When researchers at the Audi-education camp in Ingolstadt are the participants in this week before the task of developing a mechatronic service vehicle and build. At the five-day event to get to know the girls science and industry. The results from research to present the students on Friday (17/06/2011) in the Audi-education.

/ B When researchers camp, the grammar school students, and specialized high school girls between the ages of 16 and 18 the opportunity to sample air technology. From idea generation to the scientific testing to the practical implementation of their project the initiative. Support, the young researchers from professors and lecturers of the University of Ingolstadt and a project team of Audi AG.

Audi starts production Q3

The official go-ahead for production of the Audi Q3 fallen. Starting today, the compact SUV with the four rings in the Seat plant in Martorell is produced in Catalan. About 100 of the 000 units a year in Q3 to run three shifts off the line. Overall, Audi and Seat have invested about 330 million euros in infrastructure and production facilities.

The decision to manufacture the Audi Q3 in Spain, the automaker secures itself around 1,500 jobs. Of these, 700 jobs were created. Great attention was paid to the qualifications of the team. All employees have passed through a specially developed program for the Q3, which she prepared in about 180 hours on the challenges in manufacturing.

Press Launch Citroen DS4: A design for take off

Tradition, DS4 and the new Citroen. Once the French brand had acquired a special reputation for individuals with a special design, handling of unusual, exceptional comfort and innovative ideas. Citroen was different than everyone else. This is followed by the brand to now, only with the DS3 and now with the larger DS4.

Unlike the compact DS4 also presented based on the C4. Even in the classification in the prior art schemes itself Citroen problems. Is this a compact sedan, a four-door coupe and a crossover SUV with a penchant for optics? The statisticians will have your problem with this question, the buyer's may be the same thing.

Audi Tradition: In Kitzbühel Alps rally with a Auto Union 1000 Sp

Audi Tradition is taking part for the first time in the Kitzbühel Alps Rally. The team is supported by the historical department of celebrity guests, the clamp behind the classic car steering wheel. Hansi Hinterseer shall adopt, one of the biggest stars of popular music, from 25th on the tour to 28 May in an Auto Union 1000 Sp place.

On the Alpine roads in Tyrol, Salzburg and neighboring Bavaria meet every year around 200 vintage cars as one of the greatest classic car events in Austria. "The mountains are calling" - this motto also applies to a total of five vehicles from the historical collection of Audi Tradition.

Ford supplies from Russia in the 500 000th Focus

In the twelve years that Ford offered its compact Focus model in Russia, where total of 500 000 Ford Focus were sold. The anniversary car has now passed in St. Petersburg to his buyer, shortly before beginning of the local Ford plant with delivery of the new Ford Focus. 1999 Ford was launched in Russia, with sales of 47 Ford Focus.

Last year, there were already more than 47 000 Focus your buyer. In the record year 2007 was 97 000 Focus were sold in Russia. (Ampnet / Sm)

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Mazda returns to Le Mans with the 787B

bMazda 2011 victory celebrates 20 years ago at the world's most important endurance race for sports cars, the 24-hour race at Le Mans. In 1991, Mazda was the first and so far the only Japanese car manufacturer to win the legendary race. In addition, the winning car was then traveling with a Wankel engine.

In memory of the memorable success of Mazda is at the invitation of the race organizer Automobile Club de L'Ouest (ACO) 11 June just before the start of this year's race a lap of honor with then-champion sports car, the Mazda 787B, turn on the Circuit de la Sarthe. / B The victory lap with the Mazda 787B at about 13.5 km long race track for Saturday against 12:30 Clock planned.

Audi takes part with Quattro Concept at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este

Of 20 to 22 May 2011 will take place on Lake Como, the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. In addition to historical vehicles from around the world, the visitor rate in the category of "concept cars and prototypes, the future of the automobile. Audi is in this category, the Quattro Concept show car into the race.

The decision on the winner meets the specialized audience. Besides the competition for concept cars connect 54 historic vehicles in eight classes of vehicles. You will be judged by a five-member panel, on the criteria of design, condition and originality.

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First car with Škoda logo came 85 years ago

85 years ago went for the first time a Skoda-Hispano Suiza before with the winged arrow as a hood ornament for a customer. The premiere model went on 10 May 1926 to the Czechoslovak president Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk. Until 1929, only 100 of the model were built. The Hispano Suiza luxury sedan was the first car with the unmistakable hallmarks of the Czech manufacturer.

The license for the production of the model had the Pilsen Industrial Group in the year 1924 - acquired by the Spanish company Hispano-Suiza - even before the merger with the car factory Laurin & Klement. In the spring of 1925, production was started in May 1926 it was the first car ready.

Kia campaign hangover: The Picanto's going on

Kia is launching a major marketing campaign for the new Picanto, which is now on sale. "The Picanto is going on" under the title emphasizes the promotion of the changing character of the initial model. The second generation has a unique design and has "grown". In contrast to the more pragmatic predecessor to the successor to arouse emotions.

This stimulus is taking the advertising campaign. The introduction of the new small car in Europe is accompanied by the campaign (international title: "Small but Mighty"). In addition to the Picanto plays "Henry" a major role. He is a small but strong and clever cat. Its playfulness, curiosity, agility and personality are used to highlight the attributes of the new model.

Infiniti took part in the Concorso d'Eleganzia

Infiniti does with its compact car study Ethera the "Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2011 part. This is the first public presentation of the concept car after its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show 2011th The under the direction of Shiro Nakamura, Senior Vice President of Design, designed Etherea has a mix of coupe, sedan, hatchback elements.

The result is an almost sculptural, Monovolume-like body, may emerge in the future direction of the Infiniti design. A hybrid drive system provides the propulsion. The self-developed vehicle platform and the body with the long wheelbase and short overhangs provide striking proportions. Also characteristic for the futuristic design of the Etheraea are at the eye of a mythical deity, reminiscent of Japan headlights and the crescent-shaped C-pillars.

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MAN is building the master-Mobile for BVB

For the championship celebration of the Borussia Dortmund on Sunday 15 May 2011, the first MAN, MAN Truck Convertible constructed. The truck of the type MAN TGX with 294 kW / 400 PS is a special edition for the new German football champions Borussia Dortmund. Thus, the BVB stars and the championship trophy will be in their title celebrations after the last game of the season with Dortmund chauffeured to the peace court.

Two changes to the registration point

In April 2011, there were two vehicle segments, a change in the number 1 at the most popular new cars. dissolves in the upper class, according to the Federal Motor Vehicle Office of the Audi A8, Mercedes-Benz S-Class at the forefront of new registrations. The so-called mini-van overtook the Opel Meriva, the B-Class Mercedes-Benz.

In the A segment of the Smart Fortwo defended the first place. Volkswagen dominated by Polo, Golf and Jetta and Passat, the small car, the compact and the middle class. In addition, the Wolfsburg-featured last month with Tiguan, Touran, T5 again the most successful models in the areas of SUVs, large vans and utilities.

Opel is the exclusive automotive partner of the "Clean Tech Media Award"

Opel is the fourth "Clean Tech Media Award" as one of the main supporters including 20 Ampera as shuttle vehicles for the award on 16 September 2011 set in Hamburg. An independent panel of decision makers of different economic activities, celebrities and scientists determined in each of the five categories, one winner.

Until the 15th May may be, companies, organizations and individuals apply with visionary projects in the categories of energy, mobility, communication, lifestyle and youth in environmental technology and price. . Apply

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Mitsubishi Motors in the black

The Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has sold in the fiscal year 2010 (April 2010-March 2011) 1.105 million vehicles worldwide. Compared to the fiscal year 2009, this represents an increase of 15 percent. Profit after tax increased by 228 percent to 15.6 billion yen (about 130 million euros). In Europe, the company could sell 218 000 vehicles (+29%).

Reasons for this include the high demand for the compact crossover ASX, which started production of the Outlander in Europe and the resurgent market in Russia. The largest market for Mitsubishi Motors is Asia. In China, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines, demand was particularly high.