The new Volkswagen up! might come with a five-star Euro NCAP test rating and the kind of interior space that would shame many a car in the class above, but when it comes to insurance it’s as small as its 3,540 mm long body, with a class-leading 1E group rating.It’s not just the entry-level £7,995 1.0-litre 60 PS Take up! that qualifies for the lowest group, either: the £8,970 Move up! and £9,330 Move up! with BlueMotion Technology are also in group 1E.

Even if customers opt for the top-specification £10,390 1.0-litre 70 PS High up! or special edition £11,180 up! White and up! Black models, they will still find that the up! is three groups below the average for the class, with its group 2E insurance helping to keep ongoing motoring costs as low as possible.

While the customer’s costs are kept low, safety is still a high priority. As well as ultra-high and super-high strength steels being used in the vehicle’s construction, all up! models come with ABS with hydraulic brake assist, driver and front passenger airbags, side and thorax/head airbags for front-seat occupants and ISOFIX fittings in the rear. On Move up! models and above, ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) is standard. A first-in-class city emergency braking system is part of an optional driver’s assistance pack that costs from just £225.

To ensure that customers continue to benefit from great value even after they’ve driven their new up! out of the showroom, Volkswagen’s three-year/60,000-mile fixed price servicing plan is available for just £299.The up! is available to order now, with the first UK customer deliveries due in March 2012.

Source: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/volkswagen-world/news/376/lowest-insurance-group

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Buying used trucks from Japan can be a very profitable idea for any person from any country of the world. Japanese trucks are well known for their performance, quality of material used, durability and comfort. Thus buying a used truck from Japan has added advantages like buyer has to pay very low price for almost new-like used truck.

Buying used cars, buses, trucks, bikes and other vehicles from Japan are preferred because of following benefits:
1. Best quality with more features as compared to vehicles manufactured in other countries.
2. Trucks are in good condition just like brand new due to strict regulation in Japan.
3. Low cost as compared to new mini trucks.
4. These trucks can very well handle all jobs more economically than other trucks.
5. They are light on pocket and heavy on performance and great mileage.
6. Import of used vehicles from Japan is easy due to used auto auctions and Japanese used vehicle portals.
7. Thousands of used trucks are available for export with hundreds of trustworthy used vehicle exporters and dealers.
8. They provide you complete details with photographs of the vehicle, necessary documents, answers all your quarries to your satisfaction. Importers get best deal with very low efforts.
9. They arrange the shipment and provide other guidance for minimal fees.
10. They are customer friendly and believe in long term business relations.

Tips to buy used trucks online from Japan :
1. Overseas purchase will be easy only if you get the right tool or source. Do some online research for sources.
2. Internet is one of the preferred sources that will help in saving money and time.
3. Go Through number of used truck and vehicle portals and Choose the most popular one.
4. Go through the list of exporters and their company details.
5. Select Best 2-4 exporters after verifying their company records and testimonials.
6. Now prepare a list of uses that you wish to employ your truck. This will help you decide the type of truck best suitable for you e.g. mini truck, pickup, big one or one with lift or crane attachments.
7. Truck that you choose should not be older than 3-4 years.
8. Check your country regulations for import of used trucks too.
9. Check the stocks of the most reliable suppliers of used trucks from Japan.
10. Send your enquiry and ask every question that comes to your mind.
11. They will provide you all information like document required, mode of payment, freight charges, port of delivery etc.
12. If satisfied place an order for you preferred brand and type of Japanese used truck from Subaru Sambar, Suzuki Carry, Equator Cab, Honda Acty, Mazda B-4000, B-3000 Pickup, Mitsubishi Raider, Fuso FG and Daihatsu Hijet, Delta .
13. Soon you will be informed when to expect your purchase truck at your nearest port.
14. They will ask you to make the complete payment and then will send you all documents required for clearance at the port.
15. Your truck will be delivered within 4-6 weeks at your selected port.

Hope this information will come handy and help you buy the best used Japanese truck conveniently at a low price.

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Toyota City, Japan —Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces the launch in Japan of the “Aqua”*1 gasoline-electric compact hybrid.The Aqua combines a comfortable and roomy interior with a stylish body, and displays exciting acceleration and agility.

The Aqua incorporates 17 years of Toyota expertise and technology in the development of mass-produced hybrid vehicles, and boasts a small, light and efficient hybrid system that achieves a world-leading*2 fuel efficiency of 35.4 km/L under the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s (MLIT’s) JC08 test cycle and 40.0 km/L*3 under the MLIT 10-15 test cycle.

The Aqua features a state-of-the-art, small, light and efficient 1.5-liter Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) with reduction gear, which achieves a fuel efficiency of 35.4 km/L in the JC08 test cycle and 40.0 km/L in the MLIT 10-15 test cycle.

A cooled Exhaust-Gas Recirculation (EGR) system improves efficiency in the high-expansion-ratio Atkinson cycle engine. Also contributing to increased engine efficiency is a battery-powered water pump, a friction-reducing beltless design and precise coolant-water-flow volume control.

The hybrid transaxle, which includes the power control unit, the power-generation motor and drive motor, has also been designed to be small and light. The exterior offers a bold and modern design with a powerful and refined front mask and a rear silhouette that evokes imagery of brisk yet stable driving performance.

Source: http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/11/12/1226.html

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Russia, Moscow - October 29 to December 3 in all the Russian Land Rover dealerships presentations of compact SUV Range Rover Evoque. After the grand premiere in Moscow, held in Central Park to them. Gorky, the new Evoque was presented in 25 cities of Russia. The event attracted more than 5,000 people was conducted more than 1,500 test drives.

Presentations car became the logical conclusion of large-scale project “Pulse of the City,” in which over forty years and a half of the famous people of the world of fashion, design, music and movies were in their cities new Range Rover Evoque. From Moscow participated in the project Aurora, Vlad Lisovets, Gennady Iozefavichus and Basil Esmanov.

Global Campaign for the most compact and economical Range Rover «Pulse of the City” was developed in accordance with the spirit Evoque: car inspired by color, music, atmosphere, culture, traditions and life style metropolis. Past events have been presented in the style of the three trim levels Evoque, which could not be more reflective of the different rhythms of the city. Trim Pure («pure,” “true”) conjures up thoughts about the places where you can relax from the bustle and relax; Prestige («status”, “authority”) - of refined luxury and high life; Dynamic («active», «energetic “) - a vivid, memorable places, where the pulsating energy.

This original concept of the project, which caused great interest around the world, has been fully implemented and in Russia. At nights, held in 26 major cities, the guests were waiting for: 3D-projection, dance show with video elements controlled, with a light show accompaniment of drummers, laser show, barman show, living sculpture, a collection of 3D paintings on the theme of the show shortbread megacities in the world.

Source: http://www.landrover.com/ru/ru/lr/about-land-rover/news/evoque-dealer-presentations/

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DETROIT – Cadillac is offering some of the performance elements of its V-series product line on standard 2012 CTS models through the new Touring Package Sedan, Coupe and Wagon starting at $2,065.

The new CTS Touring Packages include such luxury features as Recaro seats, microfiber suede inserts on the seats and steering wheel, high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps, a performance-tuned suspension, a V-series aerodynamic spoiler and performance wheel packages.

One of the best aspects of high-performance machines like the V-Series is that they bring new elements into the brand that enrich the rest of the breed,” said Cadillac Vice President of Marketing Don Butler. “The new Touring Packages give CTS buyers access to some desirable V-Series elements, in a more-approachable format.

CTS Sedan and Sport Wagon come with either a 3.0L or optional 3.6L engine, both Direct Injection V-6 units, while CTS Coupe comes standard with the 3.6L engine. Each engine now will have its own Touring Package available.

The 3.0L V-6 touring package option retails at $2,065 and includes 18-inch pearl nickel finish wheels; dual exhaust; dark finish grille; HID headlamps and fog lamps; V-Series aerodynamic center high mounted stop lamp (except Sport Wagon); suede seat inserts, steering wheel and shifter; midnight Sapele wood trim and metal pedals.

The 3.6L V-6 Touring Package option retails at $2,810 and features Recaro performance seating, suede-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, midnight Sapele wood trim and metal pedals. The 3.6L Touring Package also gets a dark finish grille, V-Series aerodynamic center high mounted stop lamp (except Sport Wagon) and the 19-inch polished wheels with either summer tire performance package or all season tire package.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news

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Following the market launch of their full-size counterparts, detailed miniatures of the new Mercedes M-Class and B-Class have become the latest additions to the Mercedes-Benz Collection. The efficient off-roader and the compact sports tourer are available with immediate effect as high-grade miniatures in scale 1:87, 1:43 and 1:18. Developed in collaboration with renowned manufacturers Busch, Herpa, Minichamps and Norev, these collectors’ models are being sold through Mercedes-Benz outlets, Mercedes-Benz dealerships, the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the online shop.

As is customary for the Mercedes-Benz Collection, a huge amount of emphasis was placed on authenticity. It’s why the model cars are available in many of the original paintwork colours and with popular special equipment features such as ILS headlamps and panoramic roofs. The miniatures in scale 1:43 and 1:18 even have the same interior trims as their full-size equivalents. Brown burr walnut or the honeycomb and matrix looks are the trim options for the B-Class, while aluminium, poplar anthracite or brown ash are used in the M-Class, depending on its paintwork colour.

The front doors and tailgate and the bonnet and boot lid of the 1:18 models can be opened. Their interiors and boots are flocked, and the rear seat bench can be folded forward in the B-Class model.

All model cars in the Mercedes-Benz Collection come in Mercedes-Benz designer packaging. A screwdriver is even enclosed with the 1:18 scale models, allowing the model to be removed from its screw-fastened packaging with the minimum of fuss.

Source: http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-658745-1-1450549-1-0-0-0-0-1-11700-0-0-

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DETROIT – Independent film makers from 32 countries are offering their interpretations of Chevrolet’s “Everyday Hero” for a chance to have their 30-second ad aired during the telecast of Super Bowl XLVI. Now, fans can cash in by sharing with their friends their favorite spot among the top 35 entries featured on ChevroletRoute66.MSN.com.

With Chevrolet Route 66, we wanted to tap into the talents of creative people from every corner of the Earth to discover our next Super Bowl ad,” said Joel Ewanick, GM vice president and global chief marketing officer. “The submissions we received show that people from around the world share many of the same values and how Chevrolet plays a role in helping them along life’s road.

Beginning and running through eligible fans from Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Mexico, the United Kingdom and United States can watch, rate and share their favorite Chevrolet Route 66 film. Those who share their personalized link to the videos most often and give the most creative answer to the question “if you could drive to any destination in your home country, where would you go?” could win up to $10,000.

Because Chevrolet is sold in many countries, ‘crowd-sourcing’ content globally is a great way to find creative advertising that resonates with consumers,” said Ewanick. “Using that same concept, we hope to have fans identify their favorite ads for us by voting with their ‘clicks’ and sharing with friends.

The Microsoft hub will identify registrants with unique user codes that will allow them to accumulate points every time they share with another fan. The top fans as measured by sharing will be tracked by the contest site leader board. To be sure the contest is won by a real person and not a web “bot,” the contest site will ask viewers to “confirm” by entering a valid email address.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news

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DETROIT – The Cadillac ATS engineering team traveled to the world famous Nürburgring in Germany to give the cars an opportunity to perform in a strenuous, yet predictable environment. There, on the Nordschleife, or “North Loop,” the next chapter in the Cadillac ATS video series continues.

At this world-class road course, the team can fine-tune the ATS calibrations for the new 270 horsepower 2.0L turbo four-cylinder and 3.6L V-6 engines, along with the second- generation Cadillac Magnetic Ride Control suspension.

No other facility in the world is like this. You can accomplish more here in one lap around the ring than you can on dozens of tracks in the U.S.,” said Dave Mikels, energy and powertrain integration engineer. Mikels and his colleagues on the ATS team are Nürburgring-certified performance test drivers.

There are places where you’re airborne, and then there are valleys where you’re in full compression. There are off-camber, on-camber turns. There’s no other place in the world where you can test for all of that, except here.

Cadillac monitors every aspect of the cars and can transmit that data back to calibration teams back in Michigan, who can then upload new algorithms to calibrate shock stiffness and engine dynamics to continually shave seconds off of lap times.

Additional details on the ATS will be announced at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. The ATS, which will be revealed on Jan. 8, will be built at the Lansing (Mich.) Grand River plant alongside the Cadillac CTS Sedan, Coupe and Sport Wagon and V-Series performance cars.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news

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SHANGHAI - General Motors’ Advanced Studio, a future hub for automotive design in Asia, will move into its new design studio in July 2012. The new design center, to be located at GM’s GMIO and GM China headquarters in Shanghai, is seeking to hire automobile designers and other professional artists, such as clay sculptors, to create cars for China and other key global markets.

Wulin Gaowa, Design Director of GM China Advanced Studio, joined General Motors in September and is the first female designer appointed to oversee a GM design studio. She was named one of the 10 Best Young Designers of China 2010 by the China Industrial Design Association. She earlier received the award for Best Design for Future Economical Vehicles for China from Mercedes-Benz Design in Germany.

China is the biggest auto market in the world and also the biggest overseas market for General Motors. As local demand keeps increasing, there’s need for more variety in our product designs. After the design center is launched, our Chinese designers and engineers will be developing tailored vehicles here, following GM’s strategy of working in China, with China, and for China.

We have found some qualified candidates here in China. We’re looking for people that have a passion and superior talent in the area of car design, and are willing to challenge the status quo. Hiring locally is important for us as the designers’ Chinese cultural background will help us better understand how to design mobile products that meet the needs of our customers in China. Overseas experience will be a plus and good support to achieve global standard.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us

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DETROIT – The 2012 Cadillac SRX crossover and CTS sport sedan and wagon models received 5-Star Overall Vehicle Scores for safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Cadillac additions bring to nine the number of General Motors 2012 models with 5-star overall vehicle scores for safety. NHTSA has announced a total of 21 five-star overall vehicle scores for safety for 2012 models.

The Cadillac models were tested under NHTSA’s revised New Car Assessment Program implemented for the 2011 model year. The overall rating is based on frontal and side crash tests in addition to rollover resistance testing. Under the new system, the four test conditions are combined mathematically into an “Overall Vehicle Score.”

Under this methodology, Cadillac’s SRX and CTS sport sedan achieved an overall vehicle score of five stars – the highest rating possible - even though some individual ratings, such as rollover, resulted in four-stars. NHTSA applies the results for the CTS sedan to the sport wagon model because of its similar body structure and safety equipment.

Receiving five stars under the new rating system is an impressive feat – one that clearly demonstrates the strength of the SRX and CTS advanced structure, overall crashworthiness and effectiveness of the models’ state-of-the-art safety technologies,” said Gay Kent, GM executive director of Vehicle Safety.

Driver and front passenger dual-stage frontal and seat-mounted side pelvic/thorax air bags and head curtain side air bags with rollover protection that cover front and outboard rear seating rows.Rollover sensors which can activate the head curtain side air bags if sensors determine an imminent rollover. In a rollover, the air bags stay inflated longer to provide increased occupant protection.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us

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