Looking for a family hauler? How about an E63 AMG wagon powered by the new 5.5-liter twin-turbo direct-injection V-8 (rated at 518 bhp and 516 lb.-ft. of torque) mated to a 7-speed automatic Multi-Clutch Transmission (MCT). This same powertrain also sees duty in the CLS63 AMG and E63 AMG sedan, all with engine start/stop technology. The C63 AMG forgoes the new turbo engine and continues with the normally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 good for 451 bhp and 443 lb.-ft. of torque.
July 13, 2012
2013 Ford Focus ST
2013 Ford Focus ST
The new Focus is at last debuting in the U.S., with a 2.0-liter, direct-injected, 160-hp motor and variable valve timing, as well as a five-speed manual. But, the car to wait for is the 2013 Focus ST, which debuts in early 2012. It gets a six-speed manual with the same EcoBoost (turbocharged) 2.0-liter as the much larger Edge and Explorer and will be good for somewhere in the neighborhood of 250 hp, which puts it in league with hot hatches like the MazdaSpeed3 and beyond the output of the VW GTI. Ford is also promising a tauter suspension and meatier tires as well as bigger brakes to go with all that horsepower. Expect to pay at least $25,000.
BlackBerry Curve 9320
BlackBerry Curve 9320
The BlackBerry Curve 9320 is a relatively low cost messaging device which is closely related to the BlackBerry Curve 9220 which was launched last month. It's a slight upgrade to the old Curve 9300 and it sits a little below the Curve 9360 in RIM's product range.
2012 BMW Z4
2012 BMW Z4
Base Price Range: $48,000-$63,000 (est)
Body Type: Convertible
What's New: As with the 5 Series, a turbo I-4 is making its way to the Z4 sDrive28i. With direct injection and a twin-scroll turbocharger, the engine makes 240 hp and 260 lb-ft, or 40 lb-ft more than the naturally aspirated I-6 it replaces. The optional 6A now comes at no charge, while the 35i and 35is' 7-sp DCT boasts a lower price.
2012 Audi TT/TT RS
2012 Audi TT/TT RS
Base Price Range: $39,175-$57,725
Body Type: Coupe, conv
What's New: While there are no changes to the 2012 TT, a refreshed TT is may appear in the near future. The TT RS will be the series' most powerful model, powered by a 2.5L 5-cylinder engine producing 360 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. The TT RS will blaze 0-60 mph in just 4.3 seconds and feature a new 6M.
Best Buy: The TTS is the best of both worlds-cheaper than the RS model and faster than the base TT.
SUM UP: More than just a good looker
Motorola MOTOSMART review
Motorola MOTOSMART review
Motorola has introduced its new model called the Motosmart, which is intended for less demanding users. Motosmart used, operating system, Android 2.3 Gingerbread and will be sold at a price of 99 pounds (about 125 euros). The market will compete with LG’s model L3, HTC’s Desire model C and model, Ascend G 300, the company Huawe.
Motorola representatives emphasized that the Motosmart intended for users who do not want to be burdened with complicated settings and complex instructions. “It is enough to power the phone and get instant access to people close to the features that are important to you,” said representatives of Motorola.
2010 Audi A6
Base Price Range: $42,575-$50,775
Body Type: Sedan
What's New: The all-new A6 is built with aluminum body panels and a steel frame, for a 78-lb weight reduction. The A6 offers a 2.0L turbocharged I-4 and a 3.0L supercharged V-6. For those who don't want the bold styling of the new A7, the A6 is more traditional. We expect a BMW M5-challenging S6 performance model before long.
Driver's Choice: The supercharged V-6 model is quicker than you might expect.
SUM UP: Audi's middle child joins the modern family.
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