2012 Audi A3

The 2012 A3 is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury wagon, available in 6 trims, ranging from the 2.0T Premium Manual to the 2.0T Premium quattro S tronic. 

Upon introduction, the 2.0T Premium Manual is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 200-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 30-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The 2.0T Premium quattro S tronic is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 200-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The 2012 A3 is a carryover from 2011.

British Auto Industry is heading for a revival: Brit car marquees at their finest

Though the Japanese and German auto manufacturers rate high on the scale of global car manufacturers, it is the British that still hold the key. Auto companies like MINI and Rolls Royce which were representations of true blue British companies are now taken over by the BMW Group.

The ongoing Geneva Motor Show has seen a host of Japanese, Italian, German, French,  and Indian cars on display but British auto manufacturers are conspicuously not so popular. All major British auto companies are now being bought over and very few iconic British auto companies now remain.

Atlanta Motors is one of the classic British manufacturers while Lagonda, the once iconic brand now owned by Aston Martin has a number of cars under development. Eternity Motors is also planning a line of luxury cars in the coming years and TVR may also be contemplating a relaunch though it is not clear if they will be a complete UK based company. All this make it look like the British Auto Industry is heading for a revival. 

Honda to show off NSX Concept at the Geneva Motor Show

The Honda NSX Concept is essentially the same vehicle we saw at Detroit, except now it’s sporting the Honda “H” badge on its hood and trunk, rather than the American Acura “A”. Europeans were able to get a closer look at the upcoming supercar that will feature a Sport Hybrid V6 SH-AWD powertrain with all-wheel drive. 

It utilizes a unique twin electric motor drive unit with a bilateral torque adjustable control system. This is coupled to a VTEC V6 engine with direct-injection and a dual-clutch transmission. Two versions of the NSX will go on sale in 2015, one by Honda and one by Acura.

Audi launches refreshed A5 across the Middle East

German car manufacturer Audi has introduced in the Middle East its refreshed A5 model series including the Sportback, the Coupé and the Cabriolet. Extended its engine lineup with the launch of the entry-level 1.8 TFSI multitronic, a 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic and a 3.0 TFSI quattro S tronic for the aforementioned variants.

The 3.0 TFSI outputs 272 hp and represents the first time Audi represents a supercharged V6 in the A5 Sportback and Cabriolet. The 2.0 TFSI A5 Cabriolet now features quattro four-wheel drive as a standard.

The infotainment system gets its share of upgrades with the latest generation of the MMI navigation plus, an optional extra which plays DVDs and provides 3D navigation through a seven-inch monitor. 

Cosmetic revisions to the A5 include a high-gloss, redesigned fog lights as well as xenon plus headlights, LED-infused rear lights and day time running lights, black single-frame grille and bumper. Upgraded interiors with a new steering wheel, colors and highlights, refreshed gear selector, leather upholstery, chrome garnish on controls and overhauled switch-gear, center console and instrument binnacle. Advanced with the break suggestion function which kicks in if the car senses a fatigued driver. The adaptive cruise control is bettered as well.

2012 Audi A7

2012 Audi A7 Features:

• Audi xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights
• Heated, twelve-way, power front seats with driver memory
• Key-less start
• 18" 7-spoke wheels with 255/45 all-season tires
• Audi drive select
• LED taillights
• Audi music interface with iPod®/iPhone® integration
• HomeLink® remote transmitter

Power and Performance:

• Fuel Estimates 18/28 mpg
• Top Speed 130 MPH
• 0-60 MPH 5.4 sec.
• Horsepower 310 hp @ 5500-6500 RPM
• Torque 325 lb-ft. @ 2900-4500 RPM

Engine Specification:

• Cylinder Block Aluminum alloy
• Bore 3.33 in. [84.5 mm]
• Stroke 3.50 in [89 mm]
• Displacement 3.0 liter [182.8 cu. in., 2995 cc]
• Fuel Requirement Premium unleaded

The 2012 Audi A7 was named as the 2011 "Esquire Car of the Year".

Volkswagen New Beetle Turbo S

Volkswagen New Beetle Turbo S is a front-engine type, front-wheel-drive, 4-passenger and a 3-door sedan. To give this Volkswagen New Beetle Turbo S a better corners, the VW added stiffer shocks and strings. This is not just an ultra sporting but in overall it is a safe car to drive faster.

Basic Specs

BASE PRICE: $23,400

Displacement: 109 cu in, 1781cc

Power (SAE net): 180 bhp @ 5500 rpm

Torque (SAE net): 173 lb-ft @ 1950 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual

Wheelbase: 98.7 in Length: 161.1 in Width: 67.9 in Height: 59.0 in

Curb weight: 3000 lb

ENGINE TYPE: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 20-valve 4-in-line, iron block and aluminum head, Bosch Motronic ME7.1 engine-control system with port fuel injection 

Chevrolet Cruze

Beginning at PhP 808,888. This is equipped with power locks, power windows, power mirrors, anti-lock braking system and 16"alloy wheels. Chevrolet Cruze would hit 42 miles per gallon on the highway. This is already on sale in 60 countries worldwide. This cruze has s height- adjustable driver's seat and a tilt and telescoping steering column, which means no more compromises and back aches. It can also save your valuable time because it has 10,000km PMS interval. Each cruze has also anti- theft and burglar alarm with immobilizer.

This cruze is armed with power amenities, key-less entry, automatic trunk, auto-climate control, leather seats, reverse parking sensors, traction control, rain-sensing wipers and fog lamps. It has CD, MP3, WMA, AM and FM stereo ans is available with 6-CD player, AUX input for MP3 player, USB input and steering audio controls. This runs at 93 unleaded gas, less expensive.