MINI USA will proudly introduce the biggest, most adventurous MINI ever, the all new MINI Countryman, at a press conference today at 11:50 am PST at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Fans looking to get a first-hand look at the new MINI Countryman can tune-in live to the press conference on the MINI USA Facebook page. On stage for the World Premiere will be all three engine variants of the new Countryman, including the Cooper, Cooper S and the all new plug-in hybrid Cooper S E ALL4.
As the biggest and most adventurous MINI ever, the Countryman incorporates BMW Group engine technology and vehicle architecture. The ALL4 offers an all-turbocharged engine lineup with outstanding acceleration and the go-kart driving dynamics that MINI owners have come to know and love. At the same time, this new architecture delivers excellent ride quality and enables the most spacious MINI interior ever.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7983251-mini-countryman-auto-show/
With the famous Dakar Rally, unquestionably the toughest motor race in the world, it's first and foremost all about getting through, for both people and material. And even when we as normal car drivers don't directly profit from the sometimes unbelievable performances of the racing drivers, we at least benefit from the experience gained from the racing cars and their components. Each part, from the smallest screw up to a twin turbo fuel injection system, is subjected to the very toughest of tests during the Dakar Rally. And such components have to supply a maximum of performance – after all, for the teams it's all about winning. At the end of the rally the engineers know a whole lot more, yet again: knowledge invested in the construction of Golf & Co.
There's a new book available for people who want to keep jellyfish in aquariums. It's called How to Keep Jellyfish in Aquariums. See video for details.
Dave Matthews discusses the band's new album, drops a few choice word bombs and talks about the band's upcoming show at NYC's Beacon Theatre. Tune into Fuse on June 1st at 9pm|8c for exclusive live and commercial free airing of the concert!
Mark Grain, Assistant Race Team Chief Mechanic, takes us through his race weekend at the German GP in the form of a 3-part video diary. In fact, the Nurburgring race turned out to be a pivotal weekend in making the MP4-24 competitive.
Health family fun with OSIM 2008 Triathlon at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort on November 15 and 16. Lots of excitement and plenty of exercise for everyone. Register now at http://www.triathlonhk.com/
Don’t tell your Mum but at SO-U.Tv we think that graffitis are cool. That’s why we can’t miss taking you to the biggest grafitti contest in Asia: Wall Lords. Hong Kong is the first location before Beijing, Shenzhen, Shanghai and Taipei. It is all happening from 11.00am this Saturday (16 August) at the Hangout Youth Center in Sai Wan Ho, 2 Holy Cross Path. More details at www.wall-lords.com. http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=4116