Swedish open-air delight: Saab or Volvo –which convertible design is more convincing?
present it! The BMW 3 Series Gets a Makeover


The BMW 3-Series has enjoyed success the past 33 years. Now the German carmaker has given both the sedan and the station wagon models a fresh makeover. The exterior’s changes are most striking. BMW has revamped the hood and the flanks. The latest 3-Series models are more environmentally friendly as well. The smallest diesel generates 143 horsepower, but it consumes only 4.7 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers and emits 123 grams of CO2 per kilometer.compare it! The Saab 9-3 vs. the Volvo C70 Convertible


Swedish carmakers Saab and Volvo have long known that convertibles are not only suitable for southern Europe. For years they have both had popular convertibles in their fleet. Saab is sticking to the conventional soft top, whereas Volvo prefers a metal retractable roof. Is this technology suitable for everyday use? Drive it! put the open-top Swedes to the test.picture it! The Tesla Roadster


Electric cars are still burdened by bad reputations. Motorists believe they are slow, have a small range, little pep and no torque. However, there is a new kid on the block that wants to prove them wrong. The Tesla Roadster packs the power of 7000 notebook batteries. Instead of a reserve tank, it has an extension cord. An electric motor powers the rear axle. Around 300 horsepower is enough to propel the Roadster from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 3.9 seconds. It reaches a maximum speed of 200 kilometers per hour.spot it! Blue Animal Polo


Bastian Hund has invested about 60 thousand euros into his Blue Animal Polo. His car is certainly unique. The entire interior is upholstered in giraffe fur. The exterior is also a sight to see, with its wing doors, gold and chrome trim components in the engine compartment, completely modified front and rear exteriors, 8-inch wheel rims, elaborate paintwork, and unusual headlights that give it an angry look. The impressive multimedia system includes 3 monitors in the trunk, one in each door, and one under each sun vizor. admire it! The New Mini John Cooper Works


The Mini John Cooper Works impresses with its sporty look and features. It is as much at home on the racetrack as it is on city streets. And that is no wonder: its suspension and engine components were taken from the "John Cooper Works Challenge" --a racing car. The racing Mini generates 211 horsepower. High performance brakes, six airbags and Dynamic Stability Control are important safety features. The interior is sporty too, with the Mini's standard, three-spoke, leather steering wheel. examine it! Tire Repair Systems Tested


Statistically speaking, a motorist will experience a flat tire every seven years. That is not very often. Many carmakers have decided to cut costs by not including a spare tire with new cars. Removing the tire also frees up space in the trunk which can then be used for alternative interior designs. The automotive accessories market began to take this new trend into account long ago. Tire repair kit makers want to make the fifth wheel superfluous. Together with Heinz-Gerd Lehmann from ADAC, drive it! tested 3 different tire repair systems ranging in price from 10 to 90 euros.