February 2014 - Page 2 of 3

Efficiency of Audi drivers crucial in WEC

February 25, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

Time penalties for inefficient driving in effect for 2014 Audi drivers have been meeting new requirements in tests Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich: “Fans will be seeing thrilling action” Motorsport is changing: When the new Audi R18 e-tron quattro is pitted against its competitors in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) the Audi factory drivers have to deliver an additional quality. Not only will they need to master the races in a flawless, fast, reliable and intelligent manner as before, but in a highly efficient one as well. Otherwise, penalties are a…

Mazda to Unveil Mazda HAZUMI Concept at Geneva Motor Show

February 22, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

World Premier of small-displacement clean diesel SKYACTIV-D 1.5 21. Feb. 2014 HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation will premiere the Mazda HAZUMI next-generation subcompact car concept at the Geneva Motor Show which opens on March 6 and runs through March 16, 2014.*1 The name HAZUMI is a Japanese word meaning to ‘bound or spring up.’ Chosen to convey the image of an untamed animal leaping, it is particularly fitting for a small car designed to look as if it is literally bursting with energy. Refusing to compromise on any of Mazda’s vehicle…

A new trophy for the Alfa Romeo 4C from Portugal

February 21, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

Named ‘Best New Sports Car 2014’ by the readers of specialist magazine ‘Autohoje’ Almost 400 models in all segments and price ranges in the running Previous editions have seen triumphs for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, MiTo, 159, 8C and 8C Spider The series of prestigious awards for the Alfa Romeo 4C continues to grow, with a new international accolade – ‘Best Sports Car 2014’ – awarded by the experts and impassioned readers of the Portuguese ‘Autohoje’ magazine. For the 21st year running, together with a further Motorpress group 19 publications,…

Prius Medals in the Golden State

February 19, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

TORRANCE, Calif., (Feb. 18, 2014) – The Prius took home the gold in 2013 as the most popular vehicle-line in California for the second year in a row. The Prius Family (Prius Liftback, Prius v, Prius c and Prius Plug-in) took the podium in both 2012 and 2013 as the best-selling California vehicle name plate. 69,728 drivers hit the road in 2013, according to the California Auto Outlook Report, while 61,893 Californians joined the family in 2012. In the Golden State, the Prius Family outsells all other hybrid competitors combined….

New Audi S3 Cabriolet

February 19, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

With 300 hp and 380 Nm (280.27 lb-ft), more powerful than ever before The first S Cabriolet in the compact class quattro for a fascinating driving experience Dynamism in the open air – Audi presents the S3 Cabriolet. The open-top four-seater is unrivaled in its segment. Its 2.0 TFSI engine develops 221 kW (300 hp) and delivers 380 Nm (280.27 lb-ft) of torque but, with S tronic, consumes just 7.1 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (33.13 US mpg) on average (165 grams of CO2 per kilometer [265.54 g/mile]). Of…

First images of the McLaren 650S coupé released ahead of Geneva reveal

February 18, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

Designed and developed to give the enthusiast driver the ultimate in luxury, engagement and excitement The McLaren 650S will offer the widest breadth of capabilities of any supercar Coupéand Spider, with electrically retractable hardtop, to be available from Spring 2014 launch Joins McLaren’s range of supercars above 12C, which continues on sale Uniquely enhanced active aerodynamics and ProActive Chassis Control systems optimise the capabilities and usability Feb 17, 2014 – McLaren Automotive will return to the International Geneva Motor Show this year with its fastest, most engaging, best equipped and…

All-New Nissan Rogue Crossover Included Among Kiplinger’s “2014 Best Value Awards” Winners

February 18, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Citing tremendous affordability and high fuel economy, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance has named the 2014 Nissan Rogue the “Most Fuel-Efficient Small Crossover” in the publication’s 2014 Best Value Awards. Kiplinger’s annual buyer’s guide sorts the 2014 models by price and category and ranks them for performance, safety and value. The all-new 2014 Rogue was praised by the publication for its excellent combined fuel economy of 28 miles per gallon, which provides an excellent value to consumers with annual fuel costs a mere $1,800. Rogue also gets best-in-class 33…