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[3] Years Until You Drive a Mercedes MLC SUV Coupe

In a move that will cause rival BMW more than a few sleepless nights, Mercedes-Benz is being reported as moving forward with a new coupe crossover model that will bang heads squarely against the dismal-looking X6.


Tentatively known as the MLC, this model will be built upon the M-Class platform, with the vehicle’s profile taking cues from Mercedes successful CLS styling. And styling is the operative word here, as Mercedes is reportedly favoring form over function for this crossover.

Dubious looks aside though, the X6 can be a mean performer, specially in M guise so Mercedes is tasking its AMG division to develop an AMG version of the MLC, which would have around 550 horsepower torquing its all-wheel drivetrain. That doesn’t mean though that the MLC won’t be available with more fuel-efficient powerplants such as its frugal diesels.

Despite the paucity of information, the MLC could hit showrooms as a 2014 entry, with manufacturing located at its Alabama plant. Pricing would be in the region of $85,000.


Thanks to: BenzInsider

SpotOn: Khaled Al-Mudhaf, Kuwaiti Racer / License No.001

Officially receiving his racing license in January 2010 a hobby turned into a profession, started as semi-professional and now is considered a fully-fledged career. He has the first professional racing license number in Kuwait (001), Khaled fully grasps the growing expectations acquired with the title. Even though he claims it is a double-edged sword, Khaled loves a challenge. When faced with the pressure to perform well, he continues to hone his racing skills, taking his cars down to Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar and various racing circuits around the world.

His torrid and passionate love affair with racing has even led him to participate in the exciting Gumball 3000 Rally, also described by Vanity Fair magazine as ‘the most rock ‘n’ roll car rally ever staged’, where high profile personalities accompanied by impressive supercars take part in a notorious European tour. Besides the glamour and appeal of the Gumball Rally, Khaled was also invited to take part in a historical moment when asked to test drive the epic Nissan Sumo Power GT1 ‘T-car’ at the Losail Track in Qatar. Being the first of the two guest drivers to try the car, Khaled considers the event a career milestone, and is even more excited about his upcoming races taking place firstly in England at the renowned Silverstone race on the fifth of June, followed by another prominent circuit race in Navarra, Spain.

Khaled al-Mudhaf owner of team G-FORCE clinched 3rd in the UAE GT Championship in his Ginetta G50Z after qualifying 3rd a day before. Khaled has been racing in this series very recently this is only his 4th race. Getting 3rd is a very good achievement. He also got the fastest lap of the race. This is a sign of great things to come. Next time he will hopefully get the middle spot on the podium.

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Yusuf A. Alghanim Just Launched: Chevrolet Sonic 2012 in Kuwait !

In an exciting event attended by Yusuf A. Alghanim &Sons’ officials, representatives from General Motors, leading media personnel and distinguished customers, Yusuf A. Alghanim & Sons Automotive unveiled the highly anticipated All-New 2012 Chevrolet Sonic at the Al Rai Safat Alghanim showroom. The launch included a show to expose the Sonic and the way it integrates with the different life styles of society whether you are a student, an ambitious starter in life or a small family.

The All-New Chevrolet Sonic has taken global headlines by storm as the new addition to the Chevrolet family is designed to be a successful car in the highly competitive small car market. The All-New Sonic is a compelling choice for young-at-heart, style-conscious drivers and young families as it combines a sporty and sophisticated design as well as a stylish roomy interior and fuel efficiency.

Powered by a 1.6L, 4-cylinder engine and generating a powerful 115 HP, the All-New Sonic possesses strong acceleration characteristics and an immediate feeling of performance during low-speed driving. The Sonic sports a 6-speed automatic transmission, giving drivers a smooth, purposeful and efficient driving experience.

Apart from its sporty and smooth driving experience, the All-New Sonic sports an exterior that conveys strength, stability and modernity. A key signature element distinguishing the Sonic is its exposed, motorcycle-inspired headlamps and its pronounced wheel arch forms. The stunning appearance of the Sonic is completed with front fog lamps and standard 15” wheels. 

A high level of detail applied in the design of the Sonic’s passenger cabin has resulted in a more upscale execution that is typically seen in higher-segment vehicles. The instrument cluster further carries the motorcycle theme introduced on the exterior, incorporating a round speedometer and a digital LCD readout. The ice blue ambient backlighting adds a stylish, contemporary feel to the cabin. Advanced technology has also been integrated into the Sonic’s interior with standard steering wheels controls, Bluetooth, USB port and CD/MP3 player with AUX input.

Smartly designed storage features enhance Sonic’s attention to detail. Along with two glove boxes, various small compartments and door pockets as well as three cup-holders at the front, the Sonic provides generous storage space for items of any sizes. All electronic devices installed in the upper glove box can be operated through the steering wheel controls or radio interfaces.

The All-New Sonic has been engineered to make everyday driving in a small car a more dynamic and enjoyable experience while delivering practical hands-on solutions and value. In order to ensure responsive handling, engineers developed an all-new chassis for the Sonic that is among the most rigid in its segment.

The launch of the All-New 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is yet another testament to Yusuf A. Alghanim & Sons commitment to offering only the best and latest in the world of cars. Yusuf A. Alghanim & Sons provides customers with the ultimate ownership experience through the world’s biggest and most advanced service center, devoted to providing customers with the best after-sales experience.


Event held by Impact & Echo / BBDO made a big success and all national media gathered in Safat Alghanem Showroom.


A senior at Chevrolet claimed: over 18 cars were sold at the first 3-4 hours of the launch.


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Odd ! How Hamilton could possibly lose for Facebook ?

This has to be one of the most bizarre things we've have seen today. Vodafone is challenging F1 champion Lewis Hamilton, to race against the speed of its improved mobile data network in The Netherlands.

Vodafone is calling for 28,800 Facebook users to join the race in a virtual car on Facebook. The time it takes for Vodafone’s network to download all of their profile pics (around 288MB) is the time Hamilton has to beat.

The actual race took place on a secret 2.7km track on 13th September last year and the race was aired live on Facebook. Hamilton will be in a Mercedes Benz MP4-23 F1 car.

Users signed themselves up to form part of the Facebook car on a special Facebook page. You can literally add your profile pic to a virtual outline of a car and can then navigate around the car seeing who else is involved.

While we completely appreciate the idea of pitting the speed of the broadband against something really fast like Lewis Hamilton in a supercar, we find it very hard to comprehend how to draw any sort of meaningful comparison from the race. So we decided to do a bit of calculation:

Vodafone claims to be able to have speeds of up to 28.8Mbps, which by my calculations (actually by Media Road’s converter’s calculations) would mean 3.6MB per second, would mean that it would take 80 seconds to download 288MB of photos.  80 seconds is almost enough for Lewis Hamilton to complete a lap of Silverstone, which is 5.9km long.

We don’t see how Hamilton could possibly lose?

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Lambo's Yachting Experience .. Drive Your Ocean Passion !

The Lamborghini Yacht by Mauro Lecchi begs the question– why should Lamborghini owners only have their fun on the pavement?  Mauro Lecchi has developed a new design concept for the Lamborghini brand that could take its marque to the high seas.  The Lamborghini Yacht is an angular, progressively-designed luxury cruiser with seating both fore and aft, a modern cabin with large overhead glass and strong structural shapes stretching along its sides.

In developing his Lamborghini Yacht, Lecchi studied the styling elements of past Lambo models including the famed Lamborghini Reventon.  The common elements in Lamborghini styling are featured in the exterior shape and attitude of this yacht.  The result is a stunning design concept that we could certainly see taking shape on the water today.  Should it be produced, you can bet that the Bond villains, the heiresses and the Russian industry moguls of the world will be amongst the first to get in line for one of these.

The yacht is 15m long, 4m wide and 3.8m high. to keep the boat light and fast, lecchi intends for carbon fibre or kevlar in the lamination process. Lecchi also created 3 different motor options including a dual v12 lamborghini option. the interior is also decked out, with a lounge on the foredeck, two decks on the rear plus a master bedroom and guest bedroom below.

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Pagani Huayra by: "Leonardo Da Vinci" of the Automotive Industry

In the world of supercars, you have many different players. Ferrari is the technological wonder child, while Lamborghini is that school bully that developed a bit of common sense with age. Aston Martin is the sophisticated gentlemen spy that can charm any living thing with a single word. Then, you come to Pagani, the new boy. These cars don’t feature any sophistication or old world charm. Yet, their radical designs and outrageous performance have placed them in the top tier of the supercar tree and now, we have a new version, the C9.

In the world of follow-ups, this one is massive. Sort of like the Godfather II following the Godfather. The Zonda was the car that made Pagani into the company you see today. Automotive journalists loved it and the base version spawned many different special editions and one-offs like the Zonda F and Cinque. It was like nothing ever seen before. The Zonda’s development was evolutionary, but the C9 that will replace it will be revolutionary.

UPDATE 09/16/2011: The new Pagani Huayra has found its way into one of the most famous garages known to man: Jay Leno’s Garage. Horacio Pagani accompanied the brand’s new supercar as he explained the most amazing details about the Huayra to Leno. Hit the jump to watch the video.

The C9 will feature a carbon-titanium chassis like the Cinque, forged aluminum alloy suspension, specially developed tires from Pirelli, Bosch electronics, and emission standards that should allow the new Pagani to be sold everywhere, including the United States, marking the first time that US customers will be able to able to enjoy this Italian supercar. The C9 is expected to be made out of carbon-titanium, which will keep the weight down to around 2700 pounds.

The exterior styling of the C9 will follow in the footsteps of the Zonda and it will feature Mercedes SLS-like gullwing doors. The large rear-wing is gone and the taillights, which were horizontal, rectangular units mounted low down, have been replaced by three circular lights mounted higher up. The squared off mesh grille has been tossed aside in favor of a more elliptical opening and we can clearly see that the high-mounted barrel exhaust tips remain.

Throughout the Zonda’s life not much was changed. It used a very light and robust chassis and incredibly gorgeous aerodynamics, but every new specialty version was basically the same. The C9 that will launch in 2011 or 2012 is a brand new car in terms of weight distribution, materials, and dynamics. Overall, the new C9 has 3,770 new parts.

Powering this masterpiece is a new motor that was developed exclusively for Pagani by Mercedes-Benz AMG. The old motor, also designed by Mercedes AMG and used in Zonda, is naturally aspirated, but the new motor might not be. AutoCar is reporting that the C9’s motor will carry twin-turbochargers and put out a massive 700 horsepower and 730 pound-feet of tire smoking torque. All that power should be sent to the rear wheels via an X-trac seven-speed sequential transmission, all the while reducing carbon emissions by half, making this Pagani Euro 5 compliant.

Sold for 1.3 million USD.

More & More about the Pagani on [http://www.topspeed.com]

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The German Forecast to JOYfull Drives ... @ Kuwait Drive Blog

Joy defines the Future.

Welcome to a new vision of the automotive future: BMW Vision EfficientDynamics. A vehicle that previews tomorrow's driving pleasure using today's technology, blends ground-breaking efficiency with trademark BMW performance and shows just how captivating sustainable motoring can be.

Experience tomorrow Today.

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics is as exhilarating as it is efficient, combining the performance of a BMW M Model with the fuel consumption and emissions of a modern small car. It's a near-production-ready vehicle whose integrated engineering concept features ActiveHybrid technology and takes BMW EfficiencyDynamics to the next level. The result is a fuel consumption of just 3.76 litres/100 km and CO2 emissions of 99 g/km (50 g/km in electric-only operation, based on EU electricity mix).

Innovations in Motion.
A latest-generation BMW ActiveHybrid full hybrid with plugin technology. Powered by a three-cylinder common-rail turbodiesel and an electric motor on each axle. And featuring the very latest in brake energy regeneration for recharging  the 98 highly efficient lithium-polymer batteries during the journey. Other highlights: active aerodynamics - and evolution of the air vent control system, a thermoelectric generator for on-board power supply and the latest in intelligent energy management.


Efficiency at its most Exciting.
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics proves ultra-efficient motoring combined with exciting design and performance is a near-production-ready reality. With a height of just 1.24 m and a drag coefficient of 0.22 Cd, this 2+2 sports car offers exceptional aerodynamic efficiency and maximum emotional appeal. Its technology-led design features sustainable materials, lightweight construction and a unique aesthetic that blurs the boundary between interior and exterior, with form following function in even the smallest detail.

Now that we discovered the concept, we're all looking forward to see the tyres touch the roads.

Don't miss the video & check out the LINK.

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The Ralph Lauren Classic Car Collection on Kuwait Drive !

Ralph Lauren is best known for his fashion designs and lines, but in the classic car world he is also known as an avid collectors of some fine specimens of beautiful automobiles. During the exhibition The Art of the Automobile, Masterpieces from the Ralph Lauren Collection these vintage cars are shown to the public for the first time.
Yes we're all jealous of the man.
Ralph Lauren transported his most exquisite car collection to the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris for the special exhibit called "The Art of the Automobile: Masterpieces from the Ralph Lauren Collection".
Stars rubbed shoulders at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, where they were the first to see Ralph Lauren's Classic car collection in Europe.

Bugatti 57 S(C) Atlantic 1938 Vintage Sport Car

Jean Reno marvelled at the beauty of the cars, expressing that the cars are historic but modern. Zhang Ziyi spoke about how much she loves visiting Paris and the passion of the city. The former F1 driver, Jackie Stewart, fondly recalls driving and racing with Ralph Lauren in the LM Ferrari in the collection.
The exhibition opened from the 28th of April, where a selection of Ralph Lauren's most prestigious sports cars from the 1930s to the present day was on show for the first time in Europe at Paris' Musée des Arts Décoratifs. 17 outstanding cars, chosen by the curator Rodolphe Rapetti, outline the main phases of European automobile history.

 Jaguar XK120 Roadster 1950 Vintage Sport Car

Stylish not only in clothing but also in automobiles, world renowned designer Ralph Lauren has established himself as one of the world's major car collectors. His impressive collection includes a 1938 Bugatti, a 1958 Ferrari Testa Rossa and a 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago; making Ralph Lauren's range of cars 'a museum of automotive history, an archive of performance machines that represent the finest achievements in motorsport'.
With this collection, Ralph Lauren showed that the automobile is a major art form created by the industry's biggest names: Bugatti, Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Porsche and of course, Ferrari, the high point of this unique collection.

The exhibition was the first time his collection shown in Europe; and with the distance the cars were required to travel, the transportation and instillation of cars was planned and carefully executed to maintain high standards of care.


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Don't you ever think you're Wild enough ...

just take your Eyes away, and read below ...

Born from passion and love for automobiles, the latest progeny of Arrinera Automotive SA is a super sports car for people of similar passions.

The caR is admired both for its stunning peRformance and aggressive looks and Is available as a roadster coNvertible or a coupe.

A transparent panel in the Engine cover reveals the poweRful engine while at the back, A wonderful euphonious sound is emitted from the exhaust which exits from the centre of the diffuser.

The car features a 640 hp V8 engine, giving a performance to match its looks, fitted within a strong but lightweight body shell which allows the full power of the engine to be unleashed.

The aerodynamic bodywork is entirely constructed from carbon fibre and in combination with a completely flat floor pan and revised rear diffuser push the car down to the road through increased downforce.

As in F1 cars, the driver is seated close to the front axle and sensual leather upholstered seats hug the reclining body in comfort and security. The driver’s surroundings are a showpiece of space age design, giving an ambiance of speed and control for the enthusiast; more fast jet plane than car, and just to the rear of the seats are the air intakes, rising out of the  body to feed huge quantities of air into the powerful engine.

The perfect proportions and aggressive lines of the carbon fibre body are enhanced by the huge wheels (19” front and 20” rear), stunning performance and stylish vertically opening doors are just the beginning of this adventure.

ENGINE

The mid mounted engine is a latest generation V8 with a capacity of 6.2 litres. It is equipped with an Eaton four-lobe supercharger and delivers an impressive 476 kW (638 bhp) and 819 Nm (604 lb-ft) torque. This ensures that the car’s performance matches its looks.

WHEELS

large diameter light alloy wheels create space for the race proven brakes and are fitted with ultra low profile tyres for ultimate grip and control; 255/30 R19 at the front and 335/30 R20 at the rear.

FRAME AND BODY

The lightweight chassis was computer designed and 3D modelled for light weight and high strength, being manufactured as a high strength steel tubular construction combined with carbon fibre and aluminium elements.

The body is manufactured from carbon fibre and Kevlar composites for rigidity and light weight without compromising safety. 

CERAMIC BRAKES

Ceramic brake discs are the direct result of experience in top flight racing and their use in hyper performance cars is becoming standard. This composite has excellent thermal conductivity to rapidly conduct and dissipate heat and so avoid fading under hard use, while low thermal expansion properties increase resistance to deformation and warping. Ceramic discs are also 50% lighter than traditional materials, which reduces unsprung weight and moments of inertia which is particularly noticeable when steering through a series of bends where the rotational speed of each wheel is constantly changing.

High abrasion resistance makes ceramic brakes last up to 300,000 km in normal use and it may be predicted that they should not require replacement throughout the car lifetime since they may lose a maximum of 0.5 mm from their thickness. Drivers having this type of brakes in their cars also appreciate the excellent and consistent brake feel and an almost complete lack of vibration, even with during sustained heavy braking.

THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA

It is widely acknowledged that the weakest link of the car is its driver. Therefore, in the case of our car, thermal imaging greatly assists the perception of the driver by raising his or her awareness of the presence of humans and animals on the road. Namely, the vehicle has the latest generation of infrared camera installed that monitors the area for a few hundred meters ahead of the car. Whenever the camera picks up an object with a higher temperature than the environment, i.e. probably a human or an animal, the driver will be able to see a clear and apparent image of the object on a display located in the centre console within the driver's field of vision.

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