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Smart knows exactly how electric vehicles are perceived by ordinary people, as small and inexpensive vehicles that you buy to save money on gas. But opinions have changed, and Smart organized a clever publicity event in which he intended to prove that the acceleration and good performance may well also be part of an electric vehicle.

The idea was quite simple but ingenious at the same time, took the classic game “Pong” (though smart in a monumental effort of creativity renamed version of “e-ball”) and with the help of the ForTwo used as controls, designed the game on a giant screen. The acceleration was tested for, as the Smart ForTwo were controls, small vehicles had to accelerate and back as fast as they could to score or prevent points are marked.

The event may not have shown that vehicles are ideal for a weekend of “track day”, but at least seems to be clear that these small electric vehicles can be efficient and entertaining at the same time, and that is exactly what Smart wants.

If you are one of the many fans that the German company Mercedes Benz has in the world and also are one of those people whose philosophy of life “more is better”, then you can most likely be interested in the following business that we present below.

It is a vehicle that is on sale and while viewed from the front does not seem anything but simple, nothing-out-of-the-ordinary Mercedes Benz E-Class, takes a few steps to the side for you to give out of profile and want to rub your eyes to make sure that what you see is not an optical illusion.

And of course, actually is a Class E, but this does not have two doors, or even four. No, this has six gates. And I assure you this is something that not many of your friends with a Class I can say.

The metallic blue limousine German origin, is a 2011 model and has 5000 kilometers. It is based on the E350 model, so that under the hood is a 3.5L V6 mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission that delivers 265 hp of power to the rear wheels. According to the announcement the vehicle is still able to reach 240 KPH, so this issue could well be among the world’s fastest limousine.

Two days ago we told you about the idea of ??making a McLaren shooting brake version of the MP4-12C, for those who want a high-level sports where they can take a good amount of luggage, and do not want to spend almost double on a Ferrari FF . That model will not talk now, but that’s really interesting is preparing McLaren P12.

This vehicle is the real successor to the spirit of F1, according to the press and the same McLaren, and to spare no expense to transform it into the fastest car you can conceive, as was his predecessor at the time.

The images you see, correspond to the first photos taken with the prototype, covered mostly to leave much to the imagination. According to the reports to date, have an improved version of the chassis of MP4-12C, made from carbon fiber, titanium and magnesium to be rigid and lightweight at once.

As for the engine, it would be the same 3.8 V8, but with significant changes and a KERS system, to leave in power on the order of 900 hp or so.

Dunno when it will have its debut. According to some sources still has a couple of years of development, and according to others, so be ready for years introduced to some people, and its public debut for Geneva the following year, the same event where they say that another supercar, the successor Enzo Ferrari would have its debut. If so will probably be the most interesting auto shows of the year.

Interesting article gives us 8 important tips to save money when hiring a car insurance:

1. Compare different insurance company. Get at least 3 quotes and compare the price, customer service, the available coverages and recommendations from friends and family
2. Before buying a car, find out the cost of securing it. Considers that the cost of insurance depends on the characteristics of the car you purchase, including the model, price, safety record and likelihood of theft.
3. Request higher deductibles. The deductible is the amount you will pay out of pocket before the insurance starts to cover expenses in case of accident. The higher the deductible, the lower your auto insurance premium.
4. Reduce coverage for lower-value cars. Compare the cost of replacing your car with your current auto insurance to determine the type and level of coverage appropriate. If the value of the car is less than $ 1000, for example, consider cutting some of your coverage than required by law.
5. Take advantage of all available discounts. Many insurance companies offer discounts if you have multiple policies (home insurance, car insurance, etc..) With the same company, or even if your car has alarm or other security systems, or even for being a good student or person seniors.
6. Maintain a good credit rating and driving record. If your credit is good and have not had violations or traffic accidents recently, your insurance premiums are often lower.
7. Pay in cash. Although they offer convenience, monthly payments plans usually charge you administrative fees each month. If possible, avoid them paying your auto insurance cash, ie in a single payment.
8. Never drive without insurance. If there are periods of time in your car was not insured, you are considered high-risk driver and could increase your premiums.

Catalana Occidente Group has developed the first automobile insurance exclusive and specific to electric vehicles available in Spain. Insurance, according to the company, provides ample performance and maximum security for all customers that choose this zero-emission transport.

With the commercial launch, Catalana Occidente is the first company that has decided to break new ground in this direction and has done so in order to facilitate the maximum process of buying and maintaining sustainable cars.

Car insurance for Electric Vehicles includes all the features of traditional insurance Catalana Occidente both vehicle and assistance to people. The insurance covers the trailer from the kilometer zero, the technical roadside assistance or replacement of flat tires, in addition to assistance for battery failure.

It also covers repatriation and transport of injured and sick, medical expenses and hotel expenses for convalescence, among other benefits.

Chrysler Group LLC on Tuesday reported a 34% increase in car sales in the U.S. in March, a month that is expected to show strong signs of recovery for the industry. March was the twenty-fourth consecutive month in which the third largest U.S. auto sales showed increases in on-year. Other major carmakers report their March results on Tuesday. Overall sales are expected to significantly better, according to Reuters.

Analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expect annualized sales rate for March of 14.74 million vehicles, which would represent an increase from the rate of sales of 13.1 million units last March.

Analysts say the pent-up demand, facilities for access to credit, product offerings more fuel efficient and mild weather helped boost sales in March.

Ford Motor Co. will show an increase of 5% on the results of March 2010 and show you the best new car sales in the U.S. in five years, said in an interview with CNBC Mark Fields, president of Ford Americas. The result equals Ford sales expectations of the automotive consulting firm Edmunds.com. Edmunds expects sales of Toyota Motor Corp climb up to 22%.

Mike Jackson, chief executive of auto leading retailer, AutoNation Corp, told CNBC that the company raised its sales forecast for 2012 to about 14.5 million units from 14 million, on stronger quarter for sales vehicles since before the decline that began in late 2008.U.S.: Chrysler car sales rise 34% in March

Probably the new Viper SRT 2013 will be remembered in the annals of automotive history as one of the strangest vehicles and repeatedly leaked the story. And after renderings, teasers, scale models and interpretations Hot Wheels, we finally have pictures of the new unofficial Viper SRT 2013 real.

The pictures that line Inside release and here are seem to be taken from a video, but according to forum users Forza Motorsport video that was taken has all the earmarks of being generated with the graphics engine of the Xbox game, for quite well what could be the video to be presented upon arrival to the game and, more importantly, its official launch at the Auto Show New York.

Although we do not want to give a review of the new American sports (which was designed drawing on a naked woman on the beach) until we see official images, but so far, only say that while the body has not radically redesigned compared to abrupt the previous generation, the snake has been domesticated and that’s not exactly a good thing.

Chevrolet will also be present and in its way for the second consecutive year Lollapalooza mega-concert. This megaeventose held on March 31 and April 1 in the Parque O’Higgins in Santiago. The show will focus on the best examples of rock music worldwide, including Foo Fighters, Arctic Monckeys, MGMT and Bjork Icelandic soloist.

Lollapalooza, the famous concert that was born in the U.S. in 1991, this year includes more than 50 groups from around the world and Chevrolet have in place a stand with VIP balcony where several competitions held in addition to exhibiting its youth Spark GT models Sonic and Hatchback.

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To give away tickets to the event, Chevrolet # VamosALollaConChevrolet devised the contest, which has given away 36 double tickets general and 20 double VIP tickets. In addition, the bracelet was raffled “full access”, with which the winner may be closer to their idols during the two days access to the backstage and special places to watch the show in a unique way.

Volvo S60 1.6T Comfort T4: The best downsizing also comes from the Nordic countries: what was already finishing this test range of new Volvo engines present in Chile (1.6T or T4, the 240-hp 2.oT or T5 D5 boosted to 215 hp), we tested one of the most interesting and novel, it is the S60 T4, which comes with the new 1.6-liter turbo engine of 180 horses, and now will detail in the Racer.

T5 Volvo XC60 Comfort: Family to sport?, Well, depends to need it: Yesterday Ditec (representative of Volvo in Chile) conducted a test drive for the press where we met the new engines and 2.oT 1.6T and D5 enhanced for its XC60 models (we test and we’ll tell you now), XC70, XC90, S60, S80 and V60, T4 turbo engines (only for S60) and T5 and D5 diesel. With these new engines for the Swedish brand seeks to integrate more technology, more performance, less friction in the engine, more power, and “Down sizing” (smaller size to save the engine and lower CO2 emissions) are some of the characteristics of these motors.

Honda CR-V EXL 2.4L 5AT Full: More modern, efficient, ecological and urban: a couple of weeks ago we attended the launch and testing of the new Honda CR-V. And no deadline is not met and debt is not paid … now we will tell our test drive of Hot Rod all the details of the new generation of this popular SUV and lands in its fourth generation and presents a major change in many senses.

Confirmed for Chile: Volvo V40 will bring the new in the last quarter: Today, in addition to the presentation and test new engines, the Volvo representative in Chile (DITEC) took the opportunity to explain (at a breakfast for the press in the Enjoy Hotel Los Andes), all 2011 results, projections and new 2012, which met both the business plans of the brand in 2012 as innovations and projects in the service area that the Swedish brand in Chile (later is the detalleramos in another post).

Launch in Chile: Volvo unveils its new engines T4, T5 and D5 powered: With an interesting test drive for the press, DITEC, (presenter of Volvo in Chile) presented the new engines for its XC60 model (model datalleremos them then on another note), XC70, XC90, S60, S80 and V60, T4 turbo engines (only for S60) and T5 and D5 diesel.

Lisa Kelly, host of “Routes Mortals” History Channel visited Chile: Lisa Kelly, pechocha truck driver involved in the History Channel program recognized, Mortal routes, visited Chile. Why?, Well, basically to promote the second season of known dangerous program that has been operating since March 18 at 22:00 am (CHI) in the different cable companies (channel 354, Movistar, 13 Of course, GTD Manquehue at 204 and 42 VTR).

Launch in Chile: VW Tiguan 2012 now comes with a version 1.4 TSI input 4 × 2: Today was filed by MACO (VW representative in Chile) the renewed Volkswagen Tiguan, the compact SUV from the German manufacturer that has changes in equipment, technology, interior and adds new 1.4 TSI engine with BlueMotion technology. And as in the previous version, will also attend the gasoline and diesel TDI Comfortline and Highline versions, 2.0 TSI.

In recent years, finding cheap car insurance has increased across the population. For all those doing this quest, good news has come in the form of savings.

In 2011, the price of insurance has been reduced by 3.75 percent, according to results of study known as popular IPS (Insurance Price Index), which performs Direct Insurance Company. This means that the average price is as follows:

• Third Party Insurance: decrease of 16 euros.
• Full insurance with excess: decrease of 56 euros.
• Fully comprehensive insurance without excess: decrease of 29 euros.

While the decline seems low visibility, any savings in hard times that are living at present are welcome. According to the IPS study, provides another significant decline in insurance prices up 8 percent, which means to obtain a cheap car insurance for $ 100 less than it costs normally.

This is, without any doubt, economic support to all those seeking insurance for the cheapest way possible and this does not involve a reduction in its quality, such as being reduced features of the policy contract .