Hyundai ix35 Review

There's an old saying that "those who rest on their laurels get prickles in their bum." I'm not sure who came up with it, but there's an element of truth in it for the ix35, Hyundai's replacement for the Tucson.

APPEARANCE

It's not in the European styling department, as the new ix35 - in our case a Highlander - looks sharp and modern, rakish and almost curvaceous from the outside. The ix35 is nothing like its boxy predecessor, although it still looks a little big for its 18in alloy wheels, but that's something the styling departments at several Korean brands are overcoming.

INTERIOR AND EQUIPMENT

Inside, the Highlander has comfortable leather seats and enough room in the back to accommodate two adults without any real concerns - with an easy entry height as well.

The ix35 Highlander gets plenty of features - automatic headlights, dual front, side and curtain airbags, helm-mounted controls for the sound system and cruise control, full length glass sunroof, keyless entry and go, iPod plug-in capability and dual-zone climate control, heated front seats and an auto-dimming rear vision mirror.

The mirror also has the reversing camera's display within it, which is a small but clear LCD display - polarising sunglasses can make it a bit fuzzy but with familiarity it becomes easier to use.

Something of an oversight - that the Korean carmaker says it's addressing - is the absence of Bluetooth as standard. Given all the other fruit on the features list it seems odd that something that is fast becoming mandatory - and worthwhile if you don't want to blow 3 points and more than $200 - isn't included as standard on the range-topping model.

The top-spec sound system puts out a reasonable noise, but was let down by a temperamental 3.5mm auxiliary input jack and a vibration in the right rear door.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSIONS
The ix35 flagship is only available in automatic with the two-litre R-Series turbodiesel, which produces a healthy 135kW at 4000rpm and 392Nm between 1800 and 2500rpm.

The little diesel is a little chuggy at idle when cold but improves with temperature, displaying a lively demeanour - it has a bit of lag as pressure builds through the turbo system but once it has composed itself there's strong low-down grunt that doesn't taper off in a hurry.

Hyundai claims a combined 7.5 litres per 100km, but the trip computer returned a metropolitan-based 9.3litres per 100km. That offers a 600-700km range, which is a little on the low side for modern-day diesels, thanks to its tiny 55-litre fuel tank.

The six-speed auto is smooth but sometimes is a little tardy, overall the drivetrain was one of the highlights.

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEMS

The ix35 runs an electronic AWD system automatically controls front to rear power distribution depending on driving conditions, running front-wheel drive most of the time - meaning its a reactive system.

The driver has the ability to lock it into 50/50 mode, but given the low-slung nature of the wagon and its road-biased rubber, A-grade dirt roads and hard-packed beaches would be about as far off road as you'd want to go in this Korean wagon.

DRIVING

Ride quality is one of the areas where it seems Hyundai might have skimped a little, as it felt a little choppy on broken suburban bitumen; body control is acceptable and the over-assisted numb steering (which lacks reach adjustment) is easy enough to live with, but some more control and compliance is needed.

A little design niggle that made itself obvious at night was the rear eye-level brake lights, which  reflects heavily on the rear windscreen at night, when the headlights also showed that they aren't up to par.

There's much to like about the ix35 but some elements don't feel like as much forward progress has been made - particularly in light of the brand's improvements in other segments.

SCORE: 70/100

HYUNDAI IX35 HIGHLANDER

Price: from $37,990
Engine: two-litre DOHC 16-valve turbodiesel four-cylinder
Transmission: six-speed automatic, all-wheel drive
Power: 135kW @ 4000rpm
Torque: 392Nm between 1800 & 2500rpm
Fuel consumption: 7.5 litres/100km, on test 9.3l/100km, tank 55 litres
Emissions: 198g/km
Suspension: MacPherson strut  (front); multi-link (rear)
Brakes: four-wheel discs, front ventilated, anti-lock, stability, hill start/descent control
Dimensions: length 4410mm, width 1820mm, height 1685mm
Wheelbase: 2640mm, track fr/rr 1585/1586mm
Cargo volume: 591/1436 litres
Weight: 1706kg
Wheels: 18in alloys.

Mazda CX-5 Akera Review

Mazda's CX-5 is a runaway sales success. They're everywhere, bought by young 'uns and not-so young 'uns in vast numbers. But chart success is not always a hallmark of quality, as a brief glance at what passes for a music chart will attest.

The CX-5, though is different. Along with its cheery sales numbers comes handsome looks, some clever tech and a reputation for ride and handling. The top-spec Akera though is a test – priced where the Germans start (Audi Q3, BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA), it has to fight badge snobbery as well as a crowded field from Japan and Korea.

VALUE

The CX-5 range starts at a very modest $27,880 for a two-wheel drive manual petrol 2.0-litre and goes all the way to nearly $50,000 for the diesel Akera. This petrol Akera is the last stop before that high water mark, weighing in at $46,570.

The Akera's long list of standard features include leather interior, keyless entry, nine-speaker Bose-branded stereo with Bluetooth and USB, reversing camera and parking sensors all round, cruise control and a cluster of sensors inside the windscreen for auto-wipers, headlights and lane departure warning.

The headlights are of the adaptive bi-xenon variety (and very good, too), the seats up front are electrically adjustable, heated and have two memory slots.

DESIGN

The Mazda CX5 is a lot of car and the Akera's big 19-inch wheels add to that big look. Sadly, its rather lovely styling causes a couple of little problems. The first is that over the shoulder, you can't see a thing through those tiny windows. On the Akera, blind spot monitoring is a very welcome addition.

Secondly, the rear doors are not an easy proposition for smaller kids. They don't open very wide and it's a bit of a climb up. Once they're in, though, there's plenty of space and they sit up nice and high and they can easily see out.

It's not bad in here, but a car that costs the same as an Audi Q3 or a BMW X1 could do with a bit more luxury than what's on offer.

Having said that, it's all perfectly functional. It just doesn't feel all that special. In its defence, neither does the X1.

It isn't the biggest inside, either. On a hardware trip to gather a lot of wood, our long-term Hyundai ix35 fitted more in. The Mazda does have the better finish by a country mile, better than Honda, Hyundai, Kia or Ford and not far away from the Germans.

SAFETY

ABS, dynamic and stability control, six airbags, city brake assist, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring all add up to five ANCAP stars.

INFOTAINMENT

The nine-speaker stereo is unbelievably slow when plugging in an iPhone. You get a swirly thing on the screen and whatever you choose on the device is not reflected on the screen and the audio matches neither what you chose on the device nor what's displayed car's screen. Which is, to say the least, perplexing.

That screen isn't really big or smart enough for you to use, it's actually quite fiddly. Once you've deciphered it, though, it's not bad and sounds quite good. Needs work, though.

ENGINE / TRANSMISSION

The Akera is powered by the larger SkyActiv 2.5-litre four-cylinder. There's no turbo, but it pushes out 138kW and and 250Nm through all four wheels and with a very good six-speed automatic.

Mazda claims a combined fuel figure, aided by stop-start, of 7.2L/100km but this seems a distant possibility with our 12.2L/100km figure that didn't include an undue amount of hard acceleration.

DRIVING

The CX-5 is without doubt one of the better SUVs and holds up pretty well against a lot of lower-slung sedans.

The power and torque figures don't suggest it, but together they do an impressive job of pushing the 1650kg Akera down the road at a very decent pace. The transmission is very responsive to the right foot and there's some real fun to be had behind the wheel.

Passengers will be very happy with the good ride and lack of body roll that one or two competitors suffer from (Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester). On the freeway, they will also appreciate the quietness of the engine and the well-suppressed wind and tyre noise.

From the driver's seat, you could be driving a well-sorted hatchback with some kind of clever dimension-shifting windscreen. It is hard to believe it's a high-riding SUV, which is quite an achievement.

The wheel is well-weighted for the most part, so banging around the 'burbs is never going to cause the CX-5 any trouble. The throttle is pretty soft to aid smooth progress but on the plus side, this means that there won't be any embarrassing lurching when it wakes from stop-start.

VERDICT

The Akera's biggest problem is the price. Up at the $45,000 mark, it's not out of line to expect a bit more plushness. Aside from that, it is packed full of stuff, including a very decent set of safety features.

Price aside, it's definitely one of the top three SUVs for anyone's list and its dynamic abilities more than justify how many of these cars that fly out of Mazda showrooms. There's a few flaws, but none fatal or even significant for that matter.

It looks good, drives well and does the job without looking like a box on wheels. More to the point, it does the job just as well as the European, Japanese and Korean competitors, if not better.

Specifications
Price:     From $46,570
Warranty:     3yr/unlimited km
Engine:     2.5-litre 4-cyl petrol, 138kW/250Nm
Transmission:     6-spd automatic; AWD
Thirst:     7.4L/100km, 172g/km CO2 Tank 58L

Bugatti Veyron Review

One quickly run out of superlatives when trying to describe the Bugatti Veyron. I'm not even sure if we should use the word "car" to refer to such a monster. Endowed with absolute power and a maximum speed of scary, the Veyron looks and sounds like it just came out of some possible future inhabited by giant gas pump. 

 50 years after the death of Ettore Bugatti, Volkswagen uses the magic wand to evoke the legendary company, and to say the least, the German car manufacturers do the job mindblowing.

Fan motor will directly take you to the mythical Bugatti Royale from the 1930s, a colossal and majestic work, sold at high prices so that only three people were able to afford it at the time. The Royale turned out to be one of the rarest cars and prestigious of all time, but despite record-breaking appearance, silhouette endless and fairy-like being on top of all the symbols of luxury unequivocable able to make a Rolls Royce look like your everyday sedan. Instead of trying to match the extraordinary legacy with Royale, back Volkswagen decided to seek inspiration in the history of racing Bugatti Veyron to design, the right to use the name of a famous driver who won at Le Mans in 1939 behind the wheel of a Bugatti Type 57.

We have to ride this incredible vehicle for several miles at a country club parking lot of San Diego. It's easy to feel intimidated by this incredible machine, so we carefully and promptly handed back to the official teachers, the French race car driver PierHenri Raphanel.

Veyron is unbeatable. Wide shape and very large sets it apart from other supercars like the Mercedes McLaren SLR lean or angle Ferrari Enzo. But the real thrill comes from unmatched performance Veyron: the engine delivers 1,001 hp and a top speed of 250 mph neighbor, the new Bugatti fly over the road like a rocket in the sky in the morning. Veyron goes from 0 to 62 mph in 2.5 seconds, which is not less than one second faster than the Ferrari Enzo. Pedal to the metal, you can reach 200 mph in less than 15 seconds. This is the first in the field of street-legal vehicles, and you have to steal a car Champ had a chance to catch up with the Veyron. Frankly, at the end of the day, I still would not put a dollar on you.

Revolutionary techniques involved in making Bugatti 21st. To collect 1,001 horsepower necessary to create a new automotive legend, Volkswagen has designed the 8-liter W16 engine by mating two V8s narrow angle. The peak torque of 922 pounds / ft at 2200 rpm No fewer than four turbochargers decoration powerhouse bustle and engineers have to come up with a dual-clutch seven-speed specifically to allow all this wild energy is transferred to the road. Needless to say, fuel efficiency has never been a problem in the process, and you will be pleased to know that the Bugatti Veyron has given new meaning to the term gas-guzzler to settle for a little more than 2 miles per gallon on top speed. In this configuration, the tank will go from full to empty in less than 12 minutes. All kinds of rumors surrounding this incredible ride: to push hard on this monster will make one set of tires lasted about 125 miles.

It took several years of trial and error to achieve the final version of the Bugatti Veyron. Launched by flamboyant CEO Ferdinand Piëch in 1999, the project began with a prototype equipped with a W18 engine (three sides flatV6 by side).

Soon, engineers realized that they needed a more compact structure, and W16 adopted and installed in mid-rear position. Fine tuning of the animals is a long and difficult task, and many incidents occurred during testing. The lack of stability at high speeds even trigger accidents and damage to the prototype. In 2003, Piëch was replaced by Bernd Pischetsrieder at the helm of Volkswagen, and the new leadership took the project back to the drawing board. Under the supervision of the engineer Wolfgang Shreiber, Veyron becomes more stable and drivable. Gordon Murray, the father of the famous and brilliant of astounding McLaren F1 of the early 90's who in the past have strongly criticized the initial concept and prototype Veyron, recently revealed his thoughts on the final version of the Bugatti: "One thing that is really good, and I just never expected this, is that it changed direction. it almost does not feel heavy. Driving on the circuit I expected a sack of cement, but you really can throw it at tight chicanes. "

Only 300 Bugatti Veyrons will be conducted over the next five years. It will cost no less than $ 1.5 million to get your hands on one of them, but apparently, Bugatti has received 70 firm orders. In a classy move, Volkswagen Bugatti moved back to the original headquarters in Saint Jean Castle Ettore in Molsheim, Alsace, and the company raised even have to increase its production in 2006 to meet demand. Believe it or not, all in all, the Veyron is a good bargain: the cost of production far exceeds the sale price. Here are the steps honorable ancestors, this unique car is first and foremost a magnificent study and decadent announced the end of an era. Away from the cockpit of this machine unforgettable, lost in a state of denial, it's almost hard to remember that the days are numbered gasoline engine.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport Review

The fastest production car in the world - Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is a successor of Bugatti Veyron 16.4, but a sportier car with the experience of a more extreme driving.

Launched in August 2010, the Super Sport version is best known for having overtaken the American fastest supercar SSC Ultimate Aero with the top speed of 257 mph and breaking the record of the fastest production car in the world that reached the average top speed of 267 mph.

The Super Sport is so exceptional not only of its every single detail and the application of advanced technology of motorsport but of its close connection with the founder of the company Ettore Bugatti, who always sought to achieve the combination of the beauty of the exterior with mechanical perfection of the car. As a result, every alteration made to this concept car, such as the expansion and reshaping of the front air intakes, the double diffuser and exhaust system that is arranged centrally, the use of two NACA ducts set that gives the air to the engine, serves to reach its greater performance.

To raise Veyrons SS's top speed by 14 mpg (23 km/h) was not a matter of making of few simple modifications to the standard Veyron 16.4 super-car for Bugatti. The following list of improvements has turned Veyron into the fastest road-legal super sports car:

• The turbochargers and intercoolers have become bigger.
• The cars fuel pump number has increased from two to four.
• A new seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox which shifts a gear in less than 150 milliseconds has been developed.
• A new exhaust system witch is less restrictive has been developed.
• Air scoops have been replaced by air ducts to have more cool air to the quad-turbocharged W16 engine.
• The roof has become longer for better aerodynamics.

To increase the power of the engine, bigger inter-coolers and four enlarged turbochargers have been applied in this version. As a result, Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport has become a unique supercar because of its W16 quad-turbo engine demonstrating the performance of 882 kW (1.200 bhp) and 1.500 Newton metres of torque, which actually offers new dimensions and a new experience of driving to its drivers. In order to protect the tires, all production models have been electronically limited to 257.9 mph. The car reaches a speed of 60 mph in only 2.5 seconds.

What concerns the chassis of the car, it has been redesigned in the way to increase the safety at the extreme driving. The car has an intelligent four-wheel drive system which offers a perfect handling. The Super Sport demonstrates a complex architecture which has been originally created for racing cars. To better the efficiency of aerodynamics and to ensure perfect balance in different driving situations, the body of the vehicle has been fine-tuned and a new fibre structure of the all-carbon monocoque has been used.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport has been introduced in four different editions, namely, Dark Blue Tinted Carbon, Dark Blue Tinted Carbon/White Silver, White Silver and World Record Edition. 

The first five Veyron Super Sport cars have been painted with a black and orange "world record" color pattern to introduce a new Guinness record of a top land-speed for a production car.

Specifcations of the Super Sport edition.

This supercar by Bugatti, with its powerfull 1,200 hp engine, reaches 60 mph speed in only 2.5 seconds. The top speed of the Super Sport's is 268 mph, but it has been electronically limited to 258 mph in order to protect the expensive tires.

The base prise for the Super Sport version is $2.3 million.

Officially presented at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, California in August 2010
Base price:$2,700,000

8.0 litre Quad-turbocharged W16 gasoline engine specifications Arrangement:W-engine
Number of cylinders:16
Valves per cylinder:4
Total displacement:7,993 cc (487.8 cu in)
Compression ratio:9:1
Rated output:1,200 hp (882 kW) at 6,400 rpm
Rated torque:1,500 Nm at 3,000–5,000 rpm
Drivetrain Drive type:All-wheel drive
Clucth:Automatic
Transmission:Dual Clucth automatic 7 Gear DSG (direct-shift gearbox)
Shift time:150 milliseconds
Performance Top speed (limited):258 mph (415 km/h)
Real top speed:267.856 mph (431.072 km/h)
Acceleration:   0-62 mph:2.5 sec
  0–100 km/h:2.5 sec
  0-124 mph:6.7 sec
  0–200 km/h:6.7 sec
  0–186 mph:14.6 sec
  0–300 km/h:14.6 sec
Fuel Consumption Fuel type:Super lead free 98 RON/ROZ
Fuel tank capacity:26.4 G (22 Imp. G, 100 l)
Urban fuel consumption:6.32 US MPG (7.59 Imp. MPG, 37.2 l/100 km)
Urban CO2 emission:867 g/km
Extra-urban fuel consumption:15.79 US MPG (18.96 Imp. MPG, 14.9 l/100 km)
Extra-urban CO2 emission:867 g/km
Combined fuel consumption:10.18 US MPG (12.23 Imp. MPG, 23.1 l/100 km)
Combined CO2 emission:539 g/km
Dimensions and Weight Wheelbase:106.7 in (2710 mm)
Vehicle length:175.7 in (4462 mm)
Vehicle height:46.5 in (1155 mm)
Vehicle width:78.7 in (1998 mm)
Curb weight:4,052 lbs (1838 kg)

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2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 Review

Say hello to the 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63. That's right, it's no longer the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG – its a formal Mercedes-AMG product, just like the GT that just launched earlier this month. Coincidence? Hardly. The new C63 packs the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 and features some of the same new-age tuning that AMG used in creating its new Porsche 911-fighting coupe. And boy, are we excited to drive this one.

Much like the AMG GT, the C63 will be offered in two states of tune. The standard C63 will pack 469 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque, able to propel the 3,615-pound sedan to 62 miles per hour in four seconds flat. And if that isn't enough, Mercedes will also offer the C63 S, with 503 hp and 516 lb-ft, which shaves a tenth of a second off that 0-62 time. (The C63 S weighs in at 3,648 pounds, according to European specifications.) Both versions route that power to the rear wheels via Merc's seven-speed AMG Speedshift dual-clutch transmission, which has been retuned for the C63 application and is said to be "even faster in its reaction times."

Like the AMG GT, the C63 uses dynamic engine mounts, and along with its three-stage adjustable damping system, features four AMG Dynamic Select driver-selectable modes – Controlled Efficiency, Sport, Sport+ and Race. The car rides on either 18- (C63) or 19-inch (C63 S) wheels, and ceramic-composite brakes are available as an option. There's even an optional performance exhaust, which should no doubt create a sound capable of waking not just your neighbors, but everyone else on the block.

Both Mercedes-AMG C63 models arrive in the US in March, with a special "Edition 1" series being offered at launch, set apart by unique exterior and interior treatments. Pricing has yet to be announced as of this writing. Have a look below for the full scoop in Mercedes' press blast, and check out the gallery above for more views. You'll also notice a slick wagon in our stash of images, but note, Mercedes hasn't said anything about the longroof making its way to the US, and honestly, we wouldn't get our hopes up.

2015 MERCEDES BENZ GLA 45 AMG

A Mercedes for the boy-racer in you
Mercedes-Benz: A storied, legendary luxury and innovative brand, the three-pointed star carmaker is well-known for designing and building some of the most finely crafted automobiles and trucks in the world.

They are also revered for putting together some seriously potent performance sports cars such as the SLR and SLS supercars. Mercedes and AMG’s power and performance enhancing abilities are equally transmitted to their fleet of saloons and coupés such as the E 63 AMG and the CLA 45 AMG. They’ll even put the hurt on the fast SUV crowd with the likes of the ML 63 AMG, but on a hot hatchback? This seems too playful for the gang from Stuttgart.

It isn’t. The new 2015 GLA 45 AMG is more playful and boy-racer-ish than anything the 125+ year-old brand has ever unleashed on our shores, and I’m very thankful for it. The GLA 45 AMG is the result of Mercedes letting its hair down and partying until the wee hours of the morning. Even so, there are still a few things that they won’t do, but a good time will always be had.

What is a Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG?
The GLA 45 AMG is the pumped version of Mercedes-Benz’ latest arrival, the GLA-Class. The sensible compact CUV has gone through the amazingly capable hands of the crew from Affalterbach and has come out the other side a track-ready grocery getter.

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG Price and Specs
For a vehicle to wear the coveted AMG logo, it must be special if not monstrously powerful. The GLA 45 AMG utilizes the same hardware as the GLA 250, although severely beefed up.

The autographed, hand-built turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder pumps out a mighty 355 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 332 lb-ft of torque between 2,250 and 5,000 rpm. The charger is a twin-scroll type and draws air through an air-water intercooler and will produce 26 max psi (or 1.86 bar).

An AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-DCT 7-speed dual clutch automatic sport transmission transmits the power to all four wheels via Mercedes’ 4MATIC AWD system.

The results generated by all this technical wizardry is a 0-100 km/h sprint is over and done with in 4.8 seconds and will reach an electronically limited top speed of 250 kmh.

Where pricing is concerned, it will be announced closer to the release date which will be sometime in late summer or early fall.

Driving the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG

I expected to be scalped. I thought I was not going to be able to walk away from driving the 2015 Mercedes GLA 45 AMG. I was convinced that I was going to need an oxygen mask, some downers, and a wheelchair. But none of this happened.

I had a great time carving a sampling of the Spanish mountains located in the Parque Natural Montes de Malaga, north of the city, but I never scared myself or thought I was going to go flying over the ledge. And that’s slightly unfortunate. I know my colleagues at the office were sad to see me return…

Despite my tested Edition 1’s flamboyant exterior, the GLA 45 AMG remains a Mercedes, albeit a badass civilized Mercedes. The 4-pot’s power is what is most surprising. With all that boost, I was anticipating (hoping) for a kick in the backside at WOT -- but it never came. Some turbo spoolage noise occurs, and before you know it the speedo reads ludicrous speeds. Granted, speed does not pile on in an S-Class-smooth sort of way, but it’s almost underwhelming while blasting on the highway.

One way to remain involved is by setting the transmission to “M” manual mode and slamming away at the gears. This is a must on the tight, rapid switchbacks where selecting the right gear for exit acceleration is crucial, and bloody rewarding. The 2015 GLA 45 AMG is especially alive somewhere north of 4,000 rpm and when pushed this way, it feels like a proper hot-tempered hot-hatch. The AMG sport exhaust does wonderful things with the gases off-throttle and flat-out; this is when the AMG comes unto its own.

The AMG sports suspension is calibrated for even road surfaces, and preferably the banked type. Most of the back-to-back esses were free of imperfections and here the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG shone like the Spanish sun. In the city, the older tarmac and stone roads demolished the driving pleasure. I’m not so convinced that this setup will be “nice” in Canada.

My major gripe with the drive was the steering, which felt over-assisted and under-communicative. Precision and response were quick and on-the-spot tight, but the whole process was cold and discombobulated. Never were the car’s abilities in doubt, but I wanted it to play a bigger role in the process.

Inside and Out of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG
The 2015 Mercedes GLA 45 AMG gains so much thanks to the AMG-specific exterior styling that includes a front splitter, 19” wheels, side sills, and rear bumper.

The tested Edition 1 in the gallery includes unique 20” wheels, red exterior accents, an oversize hatch-mounted spoiler and some questionable side decals. This thing is a must for that boy-racer that lurks within… Yeah, I like it a lot.

The cabin is all Mercedes. The Recaro seats are insane on every conceivable level, and I love the low-slung driving position. The AMG-specific shifter fits perfectly in the middle of the center console and the partially alcantara wrapped steering wheel fits the car’s character.

Comparing the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG

The new 2015 Mercedes GLA 45 AMG blurs many lines as far as who it plays against. The Audi S3, the BMW M235i and the all-new Porsche Macan all fall in the AMG’s crosshairs.

Once more, I’ve not driven any of these vehicles, however, pricing will play a huge roll in where the GLA stands.

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review

Sense Meets Sensuality

Revamping the popular C-Class was a risky move for Mercedes-Benz. After all, the compact luxury segment is loaded with highly competitive and fierce challengers. However, the new generation looks like another home run thanks to fresh, aggressive styling and enhanced comfort.

Out on the roads of Provence on a pleasantly warm yet not-so-sunny day of spring, the redesigned 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class feels right at home. Twists and turns come and go as elevation changes, and the car moves along effortlessly, never wavering or relenting.

It never aims for the extreme, either. Mercedes-Benz engineers preferred to create a cool, calm and collected sedan rather than working on a more spirited driving experience. Make no mistake: While the new C-Class can be pushed to the limit and tossed like a nimble, sporty compact, it's not the primary objective and never has been. Sometimes you do get the urge to crank things up a notch (especially on mountain passes), but it's best to just take in the scenery and savour every single minute spent in those beautifully supportive German seats.

Hot new looks

In terms of styling, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is unquestionably the direct heir to the large S-Class (redesigned for 2014). The silhouette and front grille are similar, and overall the family ties couldn't be more obvious. By essentially miniaturizing its full-size sedan, the company somehow created a softer, rounder profile that I find slightly better sorted at first glance.

The C-Class has gained eight centimetres in total length, with most of that coming from the extended wheelbase. The result is a more solid, more planted feel on the road, not to mention extra passenger room, particularly in the back.

The interior of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is completely new, as well. The circular air vents derive from the S-Class, which I like, and the centre display sitting atop the dashboard (like in the CLA) is functional, although not exactly attractive.

Interestingly, the new centre controller that provides access to all the vehicle's functions and settings is now paired with an innovative touchpad your fingertips will love to play on. It makes browsing much simpler.

The C-Class cockpit is a very lovely place to be in, and the multi-way adjustable seats and steering column make it easy to find an ideal driving position, whether you're a tall driver or a stocky, short-legged guy like me.

Lively and dynamic
Unfortunately, I did not get to try the 241-horsepower, turbocharged C 300 model that we'll be seeing in Canada. My first experience with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class mostly involved a European-spec C 250 with just 208 ponies under the hood.

While it proved lively and dynamic thanks to a 7G-Tronic autobox and 4MATIC all-wheel drive system, this particular model made quite a bit of noise. According to engineers, you can blame that on early production issues; they assured us it will all be fine when the car lands on our shores.

Meanwhile, the 329-horsepower, V6-equipped C 400 felt more explosive under acceleration, yet a tad less sharp and responsive in terms of handling and braking.

In both cases, the chassis is spectacularly stable, and the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class tackles some of the most demanding roads with impressive ease. Kudos to the new Agility Control system, which allows the driver to select any of the various modes (from Eco to Sport+) to alter the handling characteristics of the car. My driving partner and I sampled each and every mode, but were happy to spend most of the drive in Comfort.

The new C-Class is exceptionally manoeuvrable. At one point, we ended up in a fairly tight area of Aix-en-Provence that's usually reserved for pedestrians, but the small sedan was up to the task and we managed to get out of there like it was no big deal.

Safety first
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with all the German automaker's technological advances. Active Parking Assist helps a lot, while Attention Assist, Collision Prevention Assist, and Distronic Plus (adaptive cruise control) are like a guardian angel for drowsy and/or distracted drivers.

When a risk of collision persists and the driver fails to respond, the system is able to carry out full autonomous braking. Enhanced Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are also part of the company's Intelligent Drive concept to enhance comfort and safety.

When it arrives in Canada this July, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class will be available in two trim levels including C 300 and C 400. A diesel-powered C 300 BlueTEC will join the lineup next year, followed by a C-Class Plug-in Hybrid a few months later (likely for the 2016 model year).

In the end, the more refined and more comfortable 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class reaches new heights not as a balls-out sports sedan, but rather as a sleek and smooth performer.

The Benefits of Auto Insurance

An auto insurance policy is an agreement between individuals and the insurer for automobiles. The insured person pays a certain premium as insurance and the insurance company, in turn, promises to support financial losses involving vehicles as long as the policy lasts. Auto insurance is compulsory in most states, and the insurance has different types of benefits or coverage.

Some of the components of auto insurance are bodily injury liability, property damage liability, medical payments coverage, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, comprehensive coverage, and collision coverage. A typical policy features the aforementioned six benefits. Bodily injury liability covers legal costs and personal injury claims filed against you if someone is killed or injured in your automobile and you are found to be at fault. Property damage liability deals with legal costs and other damage claims, in case there is damage to another person's property by means of your vehicle.

Medical payments coverage assists in paying medical expenses, even if the insured person is injured in somebody else's vehicle. Uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage protects against expenses incurred as a result of an accident that is caused by another individual who is either uninsured or who has inadequate insurance coverage. In comprehensive coverage, insurance is for vehicles that are damaged because of theft or natural calamities. Here, the insurance amount is paid for repair or replacement of vehicles. Collision coverage is mainly for vehicles in which damage occurred due to collision with other vehicles, objects, or even persons.

Auto insurance policies allow premium discounts for theft devices or for owning more than one policy with the same insurer. An added advantage is the provision for extending coverage to others driving your car with your permission.

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Car-Auto Insurance Cheap - Your Profession And What You Pay

You can get car-auto insurance cheap if your profession is such that enjoys concessions from insurance companies. You are, therefore, encouraged to know how and which companies favor your profession so that you can take advantage of it. If you go through this article thoroughly and follow the instructions closely, you'll benefit from such concessions and much more.

There is a lot more your profession can do for you. Let me explain how your line of duty can help you get car-auto insurance cheaper than otherwise...

An engineer certainly looks at his/her car in a way that differs from how the rest of us do. They have a way of taking better care of their cars since they understand such matters very easily. This lowers the incidence of accidents due to negligence or ignorance. Higher safety records for this group is what tops the reason for such concessions from insurance companies.

You can rest assured that an engineer is much more likely to notice faults before they can result in fatalities. This reduces accidents by a very high factor. To help you grasp this, what difference will knowing that a car's brake will not hold beforehand have?

The beauty of a car may count in an engineer's buying decision but its technical features will almost always be brought under close scrutiny. Accidents are sometimes caused by the failure of a car's features and never by its ugliness. A fine car is an accident waiting to happen if it has malfunctioning essential parts. If a car is not in the right shape, you'll certainly trust an engineer to handle it better.

You can see the wisdom in giving a profession car-auto insurance cheap if it is known to be a lower risk group. However, it is necessary to point out here that if you have a bad driving record you've made this opportunity null and void in your case despite being part of the profession.

In case you are beginning to think that the only profession favored by insurance companies is engineering, some favor teachers too. You can certainly guess why by now. The stability of their employment and their high standard of personal discipline are two of such.

You can do as you like with your personal life but NOT if you are a teacher. It has become every responsible person's business to get interested in those who teach the next generation. "What kind of examples are they to our kids?" Your driving will definitely be affected for the better if you know that you are under such close scrutiny.

Those in the military enjoy such favors too (car/auto insurance at a cheaper rate) and more so since there are even companies that are founded basically for them. I won't go into why they give the military concessions since I think it is obvious.

That your profession wasn't mentioned doesn't mean that there are no companies that give concessions to you. All it requires is diligent research and you'll soon find one that favors your profile.

To do this effectively you must make use of car insurance quotes sites. If you attempt to do it any other way you'll be less effective and also waste a lot of precious hours and money. All that stands between you and car auto insurance cheap at a cheap rate is just getting and comparing quotes from insurance quotes sites.

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Cheap Auto Insurance Quotes - Tips For Getting The Lowest Rate

Cheap Auto Insurance Quotes

Finding auto insurance quotes online is easy, but finding the cheapest auto insurance rates can be more of a challenge. To get the lowest quotes, follow these tips to help you find ways to trim possibly hundreds off your auto insurance quotes.

1. Give them details - If you don't provide information about your zip code, marital status, car's safety features, and annual commuting miles, by default insurance companies will quote you a higher auto insurance rate. Provide as much detail as possible to make sure you get each discount that you qualify for.

2. Shop around - Auto insurance rates can vary as much as 300% between companies for the same coverage. You can save hundreds of dollars a year by comparing prices between companies. Don't forget to check out your current insurance company, they may have lower rates for new customers that you may be able to negotiate for yourself.

3. Raise your deductible - Higher deductibles equal lower insurance premiums. For example, increasing your deductible from $250 to $500, can save you a hundred dollars or more on your annual premium. However, plan on having additional financial resources to cover the deductible in case of an accident.

4. Cut the miles you drive - For drivers who travel on average 40 miles or less a day, they qualify for a low mileage discount with most insurance companies. Consider carpooling or taking public transit a couple of days a week to reduce your car's mileage to qualify for the discount. By flying or taking a train for vacations instead of driving, you can further reduce the miles on your car.

5. Switch drivers - For married couples, compare insurance quotes between the male as the main driver and the female as the main driver. You may get a lower quote if the female is insured on a truck and the male is insured on the minivan. Teens should also be insured on safer cars such as the family sedan, rather than a sports car.

6. Add an anti-theft device - By installing car alarms or a tracking system in your car, you will get a discount from auto insurance companies. Since anti-theft devices reduce the risk of your car being stolen, insurance companies pass on the savings to you. A certified defensive-driving class can also reduce your premium for three years with most insurance companies.

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International Auto Insurance USA - How to Find Auto Insurance For International Travelers

International Auto Insurance USA

In today's world-wide marketplace, businessmen need to conduct transactions and address business concerns regarding foreign countries, requiring trips and accommodations abroad as an accepted part of their work. International visits can be short or extended, depending on the reason for the visit. Longer stay, of course means more expensive and more extensive living arrangements, commodities, and also the purchase of international insurance. For shorter visits you may also need a new insurance.

It's important to procure proper insurance, such as international auto insurance, when your current insurance company won't cover you abroad.

Most people, especially working people, consider personal transportation to be a necessity. These people do not want to squander time or money by utilizing unfamiliar local transportation that is not covered under insurance and cannot ensure protection. If you are renting an auto, buying a vehicle, or moving your own car to a different country, you will definitely need the right car insurance to cover the whole process, which based on the local driving law and regulations on insurance.

Even though coverage requirements and laws are different for each country, you can easily purchase quality international auto insurance. You can purchase additional coverage in the country you are traveling to.

Although, while being abroad, international auto insurance will normally provide you with enough coverage, some countries, like Mexico for example, require you to buy a specific insurance in the country itself.

You should also get additional international auto insurance as a vehicle passenger, which you will most likely find yourself as at on point or another, especially those that will cover medical costs in cases of accidents or personal bodily injuries. Taking a cab can end up costing a lot more than just the fare and tip in some nations. There are many countries, like Korea, which do not require limousine or cab companies (or anyone else for that matter) to carry insurance on the passengers. This means, that if you are the passenger, in an event of an accident the driver is not required to pay for your medical expenditures. It is best to additional insurance as a passenger just to be safe.

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The Purpose Of Auto Insurance

Auto insurance refers to insurance for vehicles such as two wheelers, cars, trucks and other vehicles on the road. The primary purpose of auto insurance is to offer compensation to the vehicle owners in case of any physical damage to the car and bodily injury that results from car accident. It also covers expenses arising from any liability thereon. In many countries it is compulsory have insurance when you buy the vehicle. Most of the insurances relate to the driver as well as the car, however the degree varies from one country to another.

Some countries also have additional insurances such as pay as you drive which is suitable for uninsured motorists who are using other owner's vehicles. In many countries this insurance covers the loss or damage to the vehicle as well as purchasing new parts for replacement. The insurance provides accident cover for the vehicle owner and also third party liability.

Today every country has many public and private companies offering auto insurance. The whole process for applying of this insurance has become online. You can go through the insurance terms on the website, choose the plan, fill in the application form and then submit the application with the required documents such as vehicle registration number, type of vehicle, proof of address, etc.

Once you submit the application, a representative of the company will get in touch with you to take the procedure forward. In countries such as× India, the vehicle dealers have tie ups with auto insurance companies. Hence when you buy a new vehicle, you will automatically get insurance for one year from the car dealer. The premium of the insurance is included in the vehicle price. The premium on the insurance is decided by a number of factors, however the premium amount increases proportionately to the price of the vehicle.

The documents to be submitted for vehicle insurance include registration copy of the vehicle, driving license, policy copy and FIR copy. The various types of auto insurance normally offered include private car insurance, two wheeler insurance and commercial vehicle insurance. This insurance does not normally include electrical or mechanical breakdown, depreciation, consequential loss. It also does not apply in case vehicle meets with an accident outside the geographical area which the insurance company covers. The other exceptions when you may not get auto insurance is damage to the vehicles during wars, perils related to the climate and accidents due to drunken driving.

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Businesses That May Require Commercial Auto Insurance

Commercial auto insurance is an essential expense for a large number of businesses. This type of coverage protects a business from potential lawsuits if any of their vehicles are involved in an accident, no matter who is at fault. Many people believe this coverage is only needed for shipping or transportation businesses. Here are some businesses that can also benefit from commercial auto insurance.

Catering Companies
These businesses often have employees traveling to and from worksites daily. A chance of something happening during the drive always exists. The company could face a lawsuit if the driver was deemed at fault in an accident. This coverage helps pay the costs of any damages or litigation.

Driving Instructor
If you are a driving instructor who uses your own car, especially if the vehicle is an instructor car with two brakes, you should consider extra coverage. Many insurance plans do not cover incidents that involve an unrelated driver operating the vehicle. If vehicle has been written off as a business expense for tax purposes, it may not qualify for simple coverage.

Pizza Delivery
If a driver uses a company-provided car, then the business may be liable. However, many delivery businesses protect themselves by requiring the drivers to use their own cars. This places the burden for obtaining insurance coverage back on the individual drivers.

At-Home Care or Education Professionals
If you are required to travel regularly while transporting job-related equipment or materials, it may make sense to have commercial auto insurance. Whether you represent your own small business or are a contracted employee, this type of coverage can help reimburse the cost of lost equipment following an accident. Plus, it may prevent a job-related claim from affecting the rates of any personal coverage plans.

With a proper plan in place, any accidents or injuries that occur involving a company vehicle should be covered by the insurer. This shields not only the driver, but also the business owner from facing a large lawsuit or major claims for damages or medical expenses. When purchased by a well-known or large corporation, these plans become relatively inexpensive on a per-vehicle basis. You may need to contact the local department of labor or DMV in order to determine if you are legally required to have this kind of plan.

Even if it is not a requirement, commercial auto insurance can give both the drivers and business owners some peace of mind knowing that they are covered if the unplanned should arise.

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Auto Insurance Company Ratings - How to Find Auto Insurance Providers With the Best Ratings

Auto insurance company ratings used to be a fairly well kept secret, but now anyone with an internet connection can see them. The insurance companies are being looked at with a microscope and this can only benefit the consumer.

A web search for auto insurance company ratings returns more than twenty-two thousand results so you can see there is no shortage of information on these companies. In fact the opposite problem exists when it comes to automobile insurance companies; there is too much information.

The trick is in figuring out which sources are reliable. There are two well known and respected companies that rank auto insurance companies every year; J.D. Powers and Associates and A.M. Best and Company. They consider such things as the ease of the claims process, customer service, and pricing. Both of them are free and they both contain very valuable information.

You should not choose your car insurance company based on price alone. Using a company that is at the top of the rankings will ensure that if you ever need your insurer they will come through for you.

Of course price is important as well. This is why we recommend requesting quotes from the top five performing insurance companies. If you do this you will be able to compare quotes from the top performing companies in the industry before you purchase your policy.

Before you make a final decision on the policy make sure the coverage levels are high enough to protect you financially in case you are in an accident. There are far too many underinsured motorists out there and you don't want to be one of them.

The auto insurance company ratings are a good guide as to which companies you should be considering. Once you are aware of which ones are amongst the top performers it will make the search for your next automobile insurance policy that much easier.

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Compare Auto Insurance Quotes - The Easiest Way to Get the Best Auto Insurance

Most of us would like to save as much money as we can when buying things, especially when we make big and important purchases such as buying cars or buying auto insurance. Buying a new or used car requires you to have insurance for that car and that is in your favor because if you drive a vehicle without insurance, you may end up paying a lot of money if you encounter an accident or mishap with your car.

The good news is, there are many car insurance companies, these companies have their websites and they offer auto insurance quotes for free. Your ability to collect and compare auto insurance quotes online will determine how much you will save from money. Nowadays it has become very important to compare car insurance quotes, especially if you want inexpensive yet cost-effective car insurance policy.

As we said, there are now many auto insurance companies out there, and they are competing to attract customers through their services, and not every offer suits everyone, each person has his or her own situation, budget, car model or year. To get the best yet inexpensive insurance policy for you, you need to compare auto insurance quotes to make sure you are getting the best that delivers the maximum quality within the limits set by your budget.

There are lots of reliable and reputed auto insurance companies out there providing tools and calculators. The calculation process is on them, you just give them some data about you and your car, then they provide you with free quotes in accordance with your data. Bear in mind that the best car insurance rate does not necessarily mean the cheapest one, but rather is the one that gives you the maximum service within the limits of your budget. Here comes the importance of comparing car insurance rates through multiple companies, not just one.

If you take your time upfront to research and learn how to compare auto insurance quotes, you can save a large amount of money. And, because automobile insurance is fluctuating in accordance with the season or economic condition of the country, it is highly recommended that you do insurance rates comparison shopping on an annual basis. It is also highly recommended that, before paying for a policy, you check the quality of the insurance coverage offered, and check the reliability of the insurance company.

Compare Auto Insurance Quotes Free

In the old days before the× Internet has emerged, you had to call many car insurance companies to get your quotes. But now, the process of getting insurance rates and comparing them to choose the best deal for you, has become an easy task thanks to the× Internet. There is some work required from your part, but the benefits you will gain from this work or effort and the money you are going to save, will make you not to regret.

The insurance rates can vary up to $1,000 or more from one company to another, so that you should compare car insurance quotes through an insurance comparison website. There, you get free quotes from multiple insurance companies. These websites give you the tools to compare car insurance quotes as well as customer service such as chatting or consulting an insurance expert through a phone call. These websites can also give you free tips on how to compare car insurance quotes the easy way.

Affordable Auto Insurance Plan

If you want an affordable car insurance to save money, then you should use online tools provided by insurance companies through their websites. There are many professionals out there, those professionals are working with leading insurance companies. Those insurance companies allow you to use their online insurance comparison websites. All you have to do, is filling out some information such as your zip code, personal and car information. Within seconds they provide you with free quotes to select the most appropriate one depending on your input information.

You can even modify a specific piece of information to see what alternatives you have. But the problem is how you can fill out your information in the right way? To ensure that you are not confused if you find some tricky terms in the contract, you must request a free professional consultation from the insurance company, and if you find yourself not comfortable with their information, then search for another insurance company to compare car insurance quotes. If you want to familiarize yourself with how to treat with free online car insurance quotes, here is a car insurance comparison company where you can find your way, and get free quotes from MetLife.

Those car insurance companies are easily giving you your free quotes. Those companies have their own ways to customize their services to be compatible with almost any range of income. As we mentioned, in order to get your quotes you will be asked to fill out a questionnaire where you can list your discounts you want. To make sure that you save the most money on your insurance, consider installing theft-prevention device, raise your deductible, if your car is more than five years old consider eliminating unneeded coverage.

Assess the× Reliability of the auto Insurance Company

Once you have chosen the best quote for you, you should make sure that the car insurance company is reliable and trusted. To do that, visit your state`s insurance department website to investigate insurance companies. Visit jdpower.com to check consumer ratings, visit ambest.com to check the financial and credit ratings of the insurance company. Doing that will increase your chances of getting the best rate from the most reliable car insurance company. Decide on the best car insurance rate that fits your needs.

As you can see, if you take your time upfront to compare auto insurance quotes by visiting many auto insurance companies on an annual basis, you will definitely save much money.

If you have any additional advice, your thoughts are welcome.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Preview

Pros
German engineering, diverse range of models, and engines including an AMG version.

Cons
Mercedes-Benz has its own way of doing things that is often not the same as most other manufacturers, and getting used to these systems prejudices potential buyers against the GL-Class.

Fuel Economy (city/highway L/100 km)
- GL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC; 11.9/8.6
- GL 450 4MATIC; 15.4/10.9
- GL 550 4MATIC; 15.7/11.2
- GL 63 AMG; 15.9/11.4

Improvements and Changes
After a full redesign in 2013, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz undergoes minor changes for 2014. Climate comfort seats have been added. Second row EASY-ENTRY system is now power operated. Heated rear seats are now standard on the GL 550 4MATIC. Climate controlled cup holders are optional on all models. Splitview is optional on all models. COMMAND now has Online functionality and MB apps.

Exterior styling
Boxy, purposeful, and staid are words that come to mind when looking at the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL’s edgy design. Chrome accents highlight the grille, lower side mouldings, door handles and window trim, which all add a touch of elegance.

Inside
Bucket seats up front fit a broad range of backsides, while the second and third row seats are nearly as comfortable as the front and the movies on the 8” headrest mounted video screens (optional) tends to be more entertaining than watching traffic go by. The optional Splitview up front is not a split screen; it is actually two different views of different bits of available information. The driver, for example, can see a full-view map while the passenger scrolls through satellite radio channels on a full screen. A Bang & Olufsen stereo with 1,200 watts and 14 speakers is available.

Cargo/towing/ payload capacity
All GLs are rated for a towing capacity of 3,402 kg (7,500 lb), except the 63 AMG which is rated at 3,175 kg (7,000 lb). Storage volume behind the 3rd row seats is 295 litres, and with all seats folded down it is 2,300 litres.

Powertrain
GL 350 BlueTEC 4Matic utilizes a 24-valve, DOHC, turbo diesel that produces 240 horsepower and 455 lb-ft of torque.

GL 450 4MATIC and 550 4MATIC utilize a 32-valve, DOHC, 4.6L biturbo V8 that produces 362 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque in the GL 450 that gets pumped up to 429 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque in the GL 550. The 63 AMG utilizes a 5.4L, DOHC, 32-valve, biturbo V8 elevated to 550 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque.

All GL-Class models use a 7-speed automatic with permanent AWD and a manual mode for shifting.

Safety
Dual front, front side impact, full-length side curtain, and a driver’s side knee airbag are all standard. Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, traction control, stability control, roll over mitigation, and brake force distribution are standard. Three-point lap belts, child-proof rear door locks, pinch protection on power windows, and the LATCH system to anchor child seats are standard. Blind spot and lane departure assists are standard. Night view assist is optional.

Comparables
Infiniti QX 80, Cadillac Escalade, Land Rover Range Rover, BMW X 5, Lexus LX, Lincoln Navigator.

See the 2014 GL-Class at Canada's Largest Mercedes-Benz inventory in Toronto, Markham, Maple, Newmarket, Thornhill, and Mississauga at mbtoronto.ca. Or call us at 888.884.3512 to speak to a representative.