I want to spread the word about AutoGlance,  a fantastic used car search engine that just launched in beta last week. AutoGlance is great for a few reasons: First, they aggregate from sites like AutoTrader and eBay, so that you don’t have to waste your time hopping back and forth between various sites. Whats far more important, however, is the site’s interface. AutoGlance doesn’t just look nice, but rather it has functionality that no other search site comes close to. First off, instead of just giving you a long list of search results, autoglance maps cars out by displaying them on somewhat of a price versus mileage plot.

The result is that it’s really easy to identify which cars are the best deals (i.e. the those with a low price as well as low mileage). AutoGlance’s other distinguishing feature is that has “collapses”, where it will automatically hide dozens of cars if they are deemed to be “worse” than another car. “Worse” being defined as greater mileage, more expensive, AND equal or older model year. For me, this is by far the most important feature because it spares you the hassle of of looking 50 listings that you likely have no intention of buying. Check out the site for yourself; it’s cetainly going to be my go-to site the next time I am looking for a used car!. The link is: www.autoglance.com

Mercedes-Benz car maker with Kicherer Tuners has unveiled new 2010 Mercedes-Benz C63 and be coming with Supersport Performance Packages. For many years Kicherer has been in the absolute top class of Mercedes tuners and it’s company tuners from Stockach have made their position even more secure. Developed for the sports-minded driver Kicherer guarantees the sheer pleasure of sports driving along with the highest level of comfort!

Tuners Stockach given the C63 AMG a grid of carbon on the front and a front apron with integrated carbon flaps and lights LED light pipe. Side of the rear fenders widened metal hand mirror covers carbon and the side skirt of new integrated carbon tubes are easily recognizable. The rear has also been given a carbon diffuser.

More than the standard version is now working under the hood of the C63 and Supersport Kicherer through improved engine electronics plant C63 AMG can provide about 550 PS and maximum torque of 630 Nm Eliminating fool Vmax block was in this case a matter of honor. The engine itself subject to recovery with carbon fiber inlays. While the performance could be fully surfaced with asphalt technicians installed a limited slip differential, high performance with adjustable hardness and a variable barrier effect and a high performance adjustable coil over.

Under the arches of 20-inch wheels look great RS-1 forged rims with 245 tires in front and 275 rear tires. And with over 550 PS of course you need proper deceleration and for this reason Kicherer use of a Brembo brake system including flexible steel cables.

For the interior of the C63 AMG Mercedes specialist offers ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather and carbon with a floor mat made of genuine leather trim.

Now we get information from worldcarfans website about you can gets the next Miss Tuning calender arrived again. The miss tuning for now is Miss Kristin Zippel 27 year-old from Mering in the German state of Bavaria. And these are the images that will go into the 2011 New Miss Tuning calendar.

Kristin Zippel has won the Miss Tuning contest last May 2010 at the world Bodensee Tuning event in Friedrichafen, Germany.The calendar features the photography of Max Steam and the shoot took place in the Great Lakes region of North America during the summer. The series of photographs show Miss Tuning posing with various iconic American cars.

Kristin Zippel said “I’m really looking forward to my own first calendar,”. The 2011 Miss Tuning calendar is available for purchase at www.tuningworldbodensee.de. Price is €25 but the series will be limited to 1,500 copies to help keep it a collector’s item.

The all-new 2012 Honda Civic is here and it looks amazing. For those people looking for a car that marks the right crossover between a family sedan and a far sportier looking model, the new Civic is it. The car is available in seven different basic models: There’s the standard sedan, then there’s the slightly sleeker and sportier looking coupe, the Si sedan (slightly more refined), the Si coupe (ditto) and for the environmentally conscious motorists among us there’s the hybrid, or the high fuel-efficiency (HF) and a natural gas models.

With so many different models of the Civic available, the various trim level options can be a little confusing.  So, to simplify things, the basic DX coupe and sedan, both of which start around $15,600 offer few of the interior features as standard that you’re likely to want, including aircon or a radio. Meanwhile, the LX coupe and sedan models which are available for $17,885, have AM/FM radio and four speakers, with manual air-conditioning and power locking door. And for 2012, these models also come with steering wheel-mounted controls, USB audio and a color i-MID system, which integrates entertainment information and fuel economy data onto the dashboard.

And if you really want the whole works including Bluetooth, you’ll have to go up to Honda Civic’s EX trim level, which starts somewhere around $20,500.The hybrids are perhaps the most sensible choice of the whole range if you’re looking to keep your Civic for a good few years. And why wouldn’t you be doing just that? With Honda’s unrivalled reputation for reliability and sheer longevity, the hybrid could pay you back many times over in terms of gas costs. The HF and natural gas models will give you the same economy; it’s all down to personal taste.

Wee see after read on netcarshow, the 2010 Mecury Milan be builds on a strong foundation of quality and reliability, adding to the mix for the 2010 model year. Mecury Milan has be comes with all-new hybrid model, more fuel-efficient gasoline powertrain options, class-exclusive technologies and a more refined, sophisticated design.

John Felice, general manager, Ford, Lincoln Mercury Marketing said “The Milan has been a strong part of the Mercury lineup since its initial launch and has helped attract more consumers to dealer showrooms,” and For sophisticated consumers looking for a stylish hybrid, the Mercury Milan now offers them the most fuel-efficient hybrid sedan in its class.”

For the exterior, Mercury Milan be focused on the grille, fenders, hood, and front and rear fascias. The chin was pulled forward and the fascia was pulled down to give the 2010 Mercury Milan a wider, sportier look. Those changes as well as substantial underbody work made for a cleaner, more aerodynamic car. The interior design team created a more contemporary, technical look with metallic new finishes on the instrument panel that carry through on the center console, doors and steering wheel. The all new instrument panel is finished with a soft upper and lower skin and has much less hard plastic than Japanese competitors. A redesigned leather wrapped steering wheel with form fitting palm swells, and new shifter, and wrapped and padded armrests have been added, increasing the Milan’s sportiness and comfort at all key driver touch points.

Chief designer Darrell Behmer and his team had the advantage of working from a vehicle that’s been lauded by consumers and consumer groups. “Our approach was to build upon the Milan’s strengths – to improve rather than reinvent,” Behmer said. “From a design standpoint, we wanted to clarify the design, making it cleaner and more modern.”

The seats received a makeover, as well. The seat contour has been revised, with more side support and overall a more comfortable seat with smoother bolsters and more-textural inserts. The seats also feature contrasting stitching and leather inserts to give the Mercury Milan even more attitude, befitting this mid-size sedan.

The two-tone look on the interior continues as a Mercury Milan signature, with satin-aluminum accents and a wood finish around the center stack. The Milan features Dark Charcoal Black, Medium Light Stone and Camel as interior choices through the Premier Series, which includes embossed leather. An improved seat design with a new perforation pattern has been added as well. The seat contour itself was revised, with more side support to help create a softer seat overall.

We get information from autoblog.com is about new honda be unveiled at Torrance, CA it’s Honda Accord dressed in graphics that read “Plug-In Hybrid.” In Torrance, the cars will be used by various city departments, including the Economic Development office, the Community Development department, and the Public Works office.

The president and CEO of American Honda Motor Co., Tetsuo Iwamura, took part in a ceremony with Torrance mayor Frank Scotto to hand over a symbolic Honda key. Honda’s demonstration program will give the company real-world data on how drivers use both electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

The Accord plug-in hybrid (PHV) that made its debut is nothing more than an early-stage prototype, but Honda did drop some specs for its PHV, which we’ve highlighted below:

• This new hybrid system is designed for mid-size to larger vehicles and will be introduced in a future Honda model in 2012.
• The plug-in hybrid allows for short, frequent trips in all-electric mode.
• The Honda two-motor system continuously moves through three different modes to maximize driving efficiency: all-electric, gasoline-electric and a unique, engine direct-drive mode.
• In all-electric mode, the vehicle uses a 6kWh lithium-ion battery and a powerful 120 kW electric motor.
• The all-electric mode achieves a range of approximately 10-15 miles in city driving and a top speed of 62 mph.
• Fully recharging the battery will take 3 to 4 hours using a 120-volt outlet and 1 to 1.5 hours using a 240-volt outlet.

Honda’s planning to launch a production PHV in 2013, so there’s still ample time for the automaker to modify its powertrain before the vehicle debuts

Citroen French car maker today has unveiled Citroen Nemo Euro 5 and avaiblle now on the British Market. The new series be comes lower emission, more power delivered from the engine, improved payload capacity, greater loadspace and, most importantly, an advanced Start-Stop system.

Robert Handyside, Citroen’s Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager, said “The new Euro 5 Nemo uses advanced technology very effectively to provide significant operational, financial, environmental and safety benefits.  It now carries more, while using less fuel and also has significantly lower CO2 emissions.  This is a van designed to suit today’s tough economic climate”

More benefits of using less fuel and significantly reduce CO2 emissions. This is a van designed to meet difficult economic climate. Under the hood of rabies sleek new Nemo is a more powerful, more torque, more efficient fuel emissions and low 1.3HDi diesel engine. The Stop & Start technology improves fuel consumption and reduce CO2 emissions in congested urban areas. Nemo Euro 5 Compared to the old Euro 4 1.4-liter HDI, the fresh diesel unit produces 5 more horsepower and 30 more Nm of torque from lower down in the rev-range. Citroen estimates that, at current diesel pump prices, the frugal engine could save drivers £230 fuel cost saving, over 20,000 miles (32,000 km).

Euro 5 low emission 1.3HDi CO2 of 113 g / km Nemo power is one of the greenest models in the market. The 1.3HDi Euro 5 engine is also equipped with an efficient, self-regenerating particulate filter (DPF) that provides additional benefits to the environment. In a van to stop Start Nemo and a brake to stop the motor stops and remains in standby mode when there is pressure on the brake pedal. As soon as the driver releases the brake motor automatically restarts.

Kia auto maker has unveiled new modern concept activity van it’s 2011 Kia KV7 Concept, Wee see for this concept, the idea that SUVs are strictly for family transportation and highlights the vision of a vehicle with the capacity to transport large numbers of people and their belongings, while acting as a hub connected to social groups and friends adventure seekers.

The design concept KV7 stark contrast  to the windshield angle and the wedge-shaped nose is in the van segment and is based on the philosophy  of “embracing the box”made by the passengers  Kia Soul urban design  to create funky unique and seductive language that brings the qualities of  an SUV, as the segment.

Tom Kearns, chief designer, Kia Motors America said “From the outset, we felt the category was in need of an honest reassessment due to the fact that everyone seems so desperate to attach the word ‘sporty’ to their minivan, even though vans, at their very core are simply a box,” and also said “Rather than reject the box we chose to celebrate it, just like we did with the Soul, and the result is a straightforward yet sophisticated vehicle that retains the functionality vans are known for and meets the changing and diverse needs of today’s consumers.”

Kia Motors’ design-led transformation has infused emotion and passion into the brand’s lineup of new and recently introduced vehicles, and the inspiration for the KV7 concept was found in the simplicity of elegant box shapes such as sleek smart phones and classic pieces of luggage. The KV7′s wide stance is paired with an A-pillar and windshield design that is more vertical than traditional minivans and its smooth exterior skin and 20-inch wheels exude a modern appearance while projecting the confidence and strength of an SUV.

The Kia KV7 concept’s most striking feature is its passenger-side gullwing door, which creates a massive point-of-entry to the lounge-like interior when opened in conjunction with the pillar-less front passenger door.

The KV7 concept’s inviting face is highlighted by an interpretation of Kia’s signature bold tabbed grille with vertical LED headlamps integrated within the design to create a clean, smooth look. The KV7 features several LED lighting elements that Kia’s design team is evaluating for future production vehicles, including a continuous line of LED fog lights that span the entire front end of the vehicle and directional turn indicators on the outside mirrors and the rear of the vehicle that pulse in the direction being signaled

Now For Europeans market, customer can now order parts from Yamaha YEC Racing 2011 to improve their bikes YZF-R1 and YZF R6 for track day. The deadline for the second of three rounds of the European order for the kits is January 14, with deliveries taking place in late April 2011. Yamaha says, “As is widely recognised, YEC is the only and definitive option for c with a passion for getting on the race-track and making the most of formidable Yamaha performance,”

Races range of parts for 2011 includes several components for engine upgrades and chassis and parts suitable for older machines of the series R and the inclusion of several tools to assist in the development and installation of equipment. The parties renewed for 2011 include camshafts, air funnel valve spring sets R1 and a new camshaft R6 and two updated models ECU career assignments are available.

“YEC Racing Parts are developed “in-house” by a dedicated team thus allowing thorough testing and evaluation of every component before a new model is released for sale to the public. YEC Racing Parts are developed using valuable input from Yamaha’s officially supported racing teams, as well as from factory test riders, such as 2010 World Superbike star Cal Crutchlow,” Said Yamaha Manufacturer again.

The deadline for the third and final for the 2011 calendar of races will be in place until the 16th for delivery in mid-August in May, so that does not meet the January deadline for the final refinement of the YZF-R Yamaha has told his clients.

Holden Car maker has finessed the formula that has made Commodore the nation’s top selling car for 14 years straight, introducing smart multimedia technology, improved fuel economy and the capacity to run on environmentally friendly bio-ethanol. The Holden VE and WM Series II car is created with high technology. makes the latest version of the sedan that has a wheelbase of utility and luxury vehicles. with 3.0-liter V6 engine, 9.1 liters more fuel efficient.

The 3.6 litre SIDI V6 used to power premium Commodore models makes average fuel economy gains of more than three per cent by while all luxury and performance models powered by Holden’s Gen IV V8 improve on average by more than six per cent. Bio-ethanol is a renewable fuel that can be made from a range of waste products from the production of wheat and sugar and even household garbage. In Australia today use of the fuel reduces lifecycle CO2 emissions by up to 40 per cent when compared to petrol.

A first for an Australian-made car, Series II models powered by the 3.0 litre SIDI V6 and 6.0 litre V8 engines will have flex-fuel capability, allowing them to run on Bio-ethanol, E10, Unleaded, Premium or any combination in between. It also has a touch screen keyboard for easy text entry easy, isometric and 3D display maps and audio step by step road guidance. Holden also introduces the CD-changer iQ virtual storage “that replaces the output tray mechanical system of the previous models with the ability to encode and store up to 15 CDs in an internal flash drive and Bluetooth

The drivers hands-free mobile phone, high-function navigation system-iQ the standard Holden in the SS V-Series, Calais V-Series and Caprice models, offering a complete clarity of the partnership colors, intuitive controls, alerts, real-time traffic, speed and orientation functions.Voice point of interest integrated into the vehicle’s audio system.

Modifications included aerodynamic improvements, which lower fuel consumption by reducing the vehicle’s drag co-efficient, and mechanical changes.Omega and Berlina models were also fitted with lower rolling resistance tyres.

To ensure that the performance on tarmac with such a heavy vehicle as the Range Rover doesn’t disappoint, HAMANN starts out by tuning the engine. Both with the 2.7 liter V6 Diesel and the 4.4 liter V8, the Laupheim-based tuning specialist optimizes the characteristic maps. By recalibrating the series ECU, the Diesel generates 165 kW/225 bhp at 4000 rpm, the torque being a solid 510 Nm even at 1900 rpm.

Following the modification, the 4.4 liter naturally aspirated engine generates an impressive 238 kW/323 bhp at 5500 rpm and 450 Nm at 4000 rpm. Look out export customers – the HAMANN SPORTKIT for the series V8 supercharged engine turns the Range Rover Sport into a real racer! To achieve the power boost to 349 kW/475 bhp at 5740 rpm and the maximum torque of 610 Nm at 3500 rpm, a number of tuning measures are required.

To ensure that this juggernaut also stops quicker, HAMANN equips a sports braking system on the front axle, thus making a significant contribution to the safety. The system itself consists of two slotted and inside-vented brake discs in the dimension 380×34mm, two HAMANN eight-piston fixed caliper brakes in red (other colors available subject to an extra charge) plus special brake pads and Stahlflex brake pipes.

Volkswagen (VW) automaker manufacture want to build a new engine factory in Mexico and the scheduled for completion by 2013. This factory will supply engines to its expanding North American production network. The $550 million (€412 million) engine plant will be built on an industrial site in Silao, in the state of Guanajuato in central Mexico.

Volkswagen (VW) said this factory plant will have a capacity to build 330, 000 engines a year and will be staffed by a workforce of 700 full-time employees.

The plant will be supplying engines to VW production plants in Peublo, Mexico, where it builds the Jetta model for the North American market, and to the German automaker’s new plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where it will build the successor to the Passat for North America. The new U.S. plant will begin building what VW still is only calling the NMS (new mid-sized sedan) next year. It will be a larger and cheaper replacement for the Passat better suited to North American consumer tastes.

Volkswagen’s Pueblo plant also makes the New Beetle and other models for the Latin American market. The plant will also build the next-generation New Beetle starting in 2012.

The VW has announcement was made at a ceremony at Los Pinos, the presidential palace in Mexico City, where Mexican President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa was on hand as host.

Sebastian Vettel is adamant he is still on course for the 2010 title, despite being roundly criticized for making too many mistakes. Fellow contender Jenson Button has revealed that the 23-year-old German apologized after crashing him out of last Sunday’s Belgian grand prix.

“Seb called after the race to apologise, which was good, but it doesn’t give me my points back,” the McLaren driver told Talksport. The pair are now more than 30 points off the championship lead, but Red Bull’s Vettel remains remarkably upbeat. “I know how good we are — I will take the title,” he confidently predicted in the pages of Germany’s latest Auto Bild Motorsport.

“Someone who has the most pole positions must think that way. These 13 races have not run completely smoothly, but I’m only 31 points behind. “Assuming we maintain our speed, we can catch up quickly,” added Vettel. He said he is “honest enough” to acknowledge the mistakes he has made in 2010.

“In the end, it makes you a better driver,” insisted Vettel, but he admitted that he is not a good loser. “Why should I be? If I could lose well, I should not be in the sport,” he said. “But I’m also someone who can put things in the past and look ahead when the next morning comes.”