Kia is an official sponsor of the 2013 YouTube Music Awards, so the manufacturer has decided to unveil a music-focused 2014 Youtube Soul Urban.
As a literal extension of the YTMA partnership, Kia has transformed a 2014 Soul urban passenger vehicle into a mobile video recording booth and multi-screen YouTube player.
Designed by Lux Motorworks under the direction of Harris Publications and RIDES Magazine, key customization elements include a matte white and red exterior paint job with red accents, a wireless keyboard embedded in the rear center armrest, a webcam for high-definition video recording, 10 WiFi-enabled iPad 2 Minis in the rear cargo area and a Mac Mini 2 with high-speed WiFi Hot Spot for instant uploads and streaming.
“As a Presenting Sponsor of the YouTube Music Awards, Kia has the opportunity to tap into the world’s largest online music destination and a new media property that aligns well with our brand’s youthful spirit as well as our marketing pillars of music, pop culture and connected life,” commented Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing & communications, Kia Motors America.
“The first-ever YouTube Music Awards will be a truly unique music experience, and our activities around the sponsorship, including the ‘Soul-Live’ event, are designed to engage and entertain music-loving audiences across the globe.”, he finished.
Skoda brand is releasing limited-edition version of its Yeti compact SUV, whihch is named 2012 Skoda Yeti Urban Limited Edition. The model is based on the already highly popular SE trim. However, it features some worthy equipment. The Yeti model achieved great success after its launch in 2009 and won in fact 12 independent products awards. It has overtaken the public by its high-quality on-road performance, family orientated practicality and rugged styling. The new Yeti Urban LE is restricted to just 750 cars, which will expand that appeal to younger and more style-conscious customers.
What is more in that particular model is that in it are featured some new and exclusive technologies. For instance, DAB digital radio comes now as standard. In addition, Yeti Urban includes Amundsen+ satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity and a multi-function steering wheel to control the audio system and telephone.
2012 Skoda Yeti Urban Limited Edition
Fascinating design features are also included: 17-inch black-and-chrome ‘Matterhorn‘ alloys, wheel arch extensions, chrome side strips, silver door mirror caps, silver roof rails and stylish eye-catching roof stripes. For the interior customers can choose between red or black sports seats and sunset glass in the rear.
Furthermore, the Yeti Urban is available in two-wheel-drive with manual transmission only, and comes with a choice of two engines. The first one is the petrol engine 1.2-litre TSI 105PS (77 kW), which offers fuel economy of 44.1mpg (combined) and CO2 emissions of 149g/km. Of course, there is a diesel version as well: the popular 2.0-litre TDI CR 110PS (81 kW) DPF, which offers figures of 52.3mpg (combined) and CO2 emissions of 140g/km.
The exterior body paint of the model is offered in several different colors: Black Magic pearl effect, Candy White, Brilliant Silver metallic and Steel Grey metallic.
Skoda retailers have a number of accessories worthy of mention: stainless steel pedals, sports exhaust trim, and Nextbase Click 9 Lite Duo portable DVD player with twin 9-inch screens.
Yeti Urban standard features are: 17-inch black-and-chrome Matterhorn alloy wheels; Amundsen+ satellite navigation; Bluetooth GSM II telephone preparation; DAB Digital radio; Chrome exterior side moulding strips; Decorative interior insert; Silver door mirror covers; Multi-function steering wheel for radio and telephone; Roof stripes; Silver roof rails; Sports seats – red or black; Sunset glass; Wheel arch extensions; Metallic paint; Acoustic rear parking sensors; Cruise control; Dual-Zone air conditioning; Maxi-dot trip computer; Fog lights; Front centre armrest with storage compartment.
2012 Skoda Yeti Urban Limited Edition will go on sale from the beginning of April this year with a starting price of £16 900 for the petrol model and £18 330 for the diesel.
After the images of Audi Urban concept, the manufacturer has released some teasers of Spyder variant of innovative electric-powered concept. Both models will be exhibited at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show next month (September 17-25).
The concepts are featuring forward-urging lines, free-standing 21” wheels and protective surrounding plates incorporating strips of “blinking” LED lights . The Spyder comes with low, continuous window area and its doors that open upwards diagonally.
The interior is sporty, low-slung seats for two occupants. Each seat is made of carbon fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP) offering maximum durability and low weight. Furthermore, the driver can adjust the steering wheel and pedals for his or her own driving position.
Two e-tron electric motors provide all power that the concepts need to catapult forward. A lithium-ion battery pack supplies the energy, which is enough for long city tours.
Toyota’s new Urban Cruiser signals a new industry milestone in achieving the world’s lowest CO2 emissions for a four-wheel drive car. The figure of 130g/km for the 1.4 D-4D AWD model is one aspect of the all-round environmental excellence that Toyota has achieved with its new B-segment hatchback crossover. (more…)
Toyota’s new Urban Cruiser is designed to meet a growing demand for vehicles that are cut out for life on urban roads, yet are equally at home off the beaten track. It is compact for easy town driving and parking and, thanks to new Toyota technology, has a small carbon footprint – key requirements for today’s urban motorists.(more…)