Though there are perhaps many aspects to modern life which may seem more of a hardship than purchasing a car, the process can indeed be a little stressful sometimes. Of course, learning to drive in the first place is perhaps a process which is more likely to add a touch of grey to your hair, but finding the right vehicle for you can also prove to be a problematic experience which is why Motors.co.uk, a site which is part of the Associated Newspapers company have just introduced a programme which will see the anxiety removed from this procedure. Fitness expert Dan Hodgkin, who is also a trained and revered Tai Chi instructor is to bring his knowledge of ancient Chinese mysticism to the Motors.co.uk site in order to help take the sting out buying a second hand vehicle, and he even has moves under his sleeves which will help you to relax after a long journey.
Indeed, the world of ancient Chinese mysticism might not be something you are likely to consider too often whilst on a long drive, yet thanks to the directions of Mr Hodgkin, you can now cleanse the body and spirit whilst sat in the driving seat, though they do stress that the car should be fully stationary before any of these relaxation techniques are attempted.
Talking about this new promotion, Katie Wardle who is the head of marketing over at the Motors.co.uk website had this to say, “From our research it was clear that buying a car is a major cause of anxiety and the launch of the video guide is a fun way to help our customers to relax and stay calm.” So, should you be looking for a stress free way to buy a vehicle, it would appear that the Motors.co.uk website is the place to go for used cars this month. There is even a Facebook campaign for this promotion, as well as Youtube videos which illustrate some of the moves which will help eradicate stress from the whole car buying process.

On motor show in Geneva, the German tuning company Alpina presented his new adjustments to the BMW 3-Series. It is called B3 S Biturbo and is available for sedan, wagon, coupe and convertible. Tuning specialists have made some improvements on the 3.0-liter gasoline engine, have replaced pistons, air filter and cooling systems and exhaust. These actions have led to increased power to 400 h.p. and increase maximum torque up to 540 Nm. Cars can be driven by both of rear wheels and a 4×4, in the first case the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in the sedan is a 4.7 sec and the maximum speed is limited to 300 km/h for safety reasons. Alpina B3 S Biturbo can boast with relatively low fuel consumption and levels of harmful gases. About 100 km elapse. are on average 9.7l/100km fuel and CO2 emissions are emitted 225 gr/km. German tuners have done their best and to give a slightly different form of the BMW 3-Series, but the changes were not significant.
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AC Schnitzer TENSION use the new V10 5,0-liter engine of the BMW, but its maximum capacity was increased from 507 to 552 horsepower. The car is heavily modified so that both inside and outside is almost nothing left from the original, except silhouette. The prototype is painted in the traditional color of the AC Schnitzer – orange. Based on the new 3 Series Touring is prepared tuning kit, which includes everything – from spoilers to suspension and engine electronics. Chip-tuning for 2.0-liter diesel 3-Series, which increases output to 200 horsepower and torque – up to 400 Nm. From Mini Cooper S AC Schnitzer’s specialists have made a real car. The engine of the little cart, which is 1.6-liter is forced to maximum output 222 horsepower. Because of this, Mini Cooper S can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.8 seconds and top speed is 245 kilometers per hour Suspension, braking and interior are heavily modified.
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On the exhibition in Frankfurt in 2011 will debut a new generation of BMW 3-Series, which will undergo significant changes in terms of technology and electronics design. The next generation of the BMW 3-Series will come with new 3-cylinders petrol and diesel engines, whose production would be cheaper than that of 4-cylinders, but will require specific settings in the chassis. The aggregates are expected to have a capacity of 1.5l., And in both capacities are 150 h.p., and the maximum torque to 297Nm achieved. in diesel and 230Nm in petrol. Moreover, in 2016th most likely will be introduced and an electric version of BMW 3-Series. The biggest challenge for the engineers of BMW will reduce the coefficient of drag to 0.24. According to representatives of the company to achieve only 40% depends on the shape of the car and the rest – the distribution of air flow.
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