The Car Hub

This first illustration shows one of the new range of Mercedes cars due for release in the next 2-3 years.
As a replacement for the current A class this new model is set to challenge the Golf, A3 and BMW1 head-on in performance and quality.
Expected to be on sale in 2012 in both 3 and 5 door versions these upmarket small cars will have new super efficient diesel and petrol units with stop-start technology.

Aston Martin are showcasing the new "Carbon Black" version of their DBS model.To get the quality finnish fit for an AM it takes 50 hours of hand painting to get through their quality control.
Added extras on this model are:- 10 spoke diamond cut alloy wheels, a new bright front grille finish and front only parking sensors.
Inside there are new lightweight seats while the "black" theme continues on the facia.

According to leaked documents released on the internet the spec. for the new Honda CR-Z sports hybrid, which will go on sale next April at a cost of £18,000 will be:-
Engine: 1.5 litre i-VTEC four cylinder with a 113bhp output @ 6,000rpm and 107lb/ft @ 4,800.
Acceleration: 0-62 = 9.7secs.
Dimensions: L = 4080mm. H = 1395mm. W = 1740mm.