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We’ve already seen the teaser video, but now the international MINI Coupé campaign, “Another Day, Another Adventure”, has kicked off in earnest. Featuring a mix of print, TV and social media placements, the campaign will focus mostly on videos produced around driving adventures in the MINI Coupé. A mix of dramatic, international videos and documentary pieces will round out the moving pictures, while people in the usual social media places will be able to interact with the campaign to their hearts’ content. Check after the break for the full details and three new campaign videos. [Official Release] The “Another Day. Another Adventure.” international campaign will be launched to coincide with the world premiere of the new MINI Coupé at the IAA International Motor Show. MINI fans will be able to experience not only the sporty two-seater but also real driving fun through TV, print and the social web. The new MINI Coupé is the latest member of the MINI family. The two-seater has a license for everyday adventure – as shown in the campaign. The “Another Day. Another Adventure.” slogan itself clearly signals that MINI is taking an unconventional approach with this campaign. TV and print The three TV commercials showcase the new MINI Coupé as the ideal companion for every adventure. The three locations of Rio de Janeiro, Iceland and Hong Kong promise fascinating landscapes and cultures. In the “Sunday in Rio” TV spot, the MINI Coupé accompanies dancers to the legendary Carnival in Rio and transports viewers to a colourful world of samba. In “Tuesday in Iceland”, the MINI Coupé and its somewhat suspicious passenger are driving across a remote winter landscape; in the third, “Wednesday in Hong Kong”, a MINI Coupé driver “kidnaps” an attractive young woman in a breath-taking car chase. Acclaimed cameraman César Charlone, who was nominated for an Academy Award for best cinematography for his work in “City of God”, was brought in to shoot the films under the direction of Kevin Thomas of THOMAS & THOMAS Films. The corresponding advertisements and billboards will also instil a thirst for adventure with the MINI Coupé. The locations used in the TV commercials also provide the background for print advertising. Social media In a social media campaign entitled “All the Wrong Places”, the MINI Coupé once again embarks on unusual adventures. But this time not alone: In collaboration with the numerous platforms of the lifestyle magazine VICE, a series of five episodes will be shot, up until February 2012, which can then be viewed through MINI and VICE social media channels. In keeping with the campaign slogan, “Another Day. Another Adventure.”, a driver or “Adventure Man”, will accompany the MINI Coupé on its journey, discovering the most exotic places and cultures around the world. However, the driver and the MINI Coupé will not be alone on this voyage of discovery. MINI fans can not only follow their hero’s adventures on the web, but – if they are lucky – also participate themselves: A co-driver, who will accompany the “Adventure Man” on his travels, will be cast for each of the five adventures. Starting on 29 August 2011, MINI fans can upload their personal profile on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MINI and convince MINI why they should be the co-driver on one of these thrilling rides with the “Adventure Man”. Where will the journey take them? Japan, Peru, South Africa and two other mystery destinations will be explored. In Japan, enormous trucks will be transformed into colourful artworks. In Peru, they will dance with locals and in South Africa meet the stars of tomorrow. The five documentary episodes will be available for viewing on MINI’s Facebook page, MINIspace.com and the MINI YouTube channel as well as on the Vice website www.vice.com/allthewrongplaces. A new clip will be launched every three weeks, starting in November. In the fifth episode, the MINI Community will also get to see a brand-new MINI model. </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

MINI is a British icon, so it’s no surprise that UK Prime Minister David Cameron would be there when the two millionth MINI rolled off the assembly line. The white special edition MINI Convertible was driven off the line by the British head of state himself. Mr. Cameron also got a tour of Plant Oxford showing off facilities still under construction that will accommodate the next generation MINI. Full details and photos gallery of the one-off two–millionth MINI after the break. [Official Release] Today, 10 years after the start of production, the two millionth MINI was driven off the production line at Plant Oxford by Prime Minister David Cameron. Of the two million, more than 1.5 million MINIs have been exported to customers in more than 90 countries around the world from Australia to Venezuela. Frank-Peter Arndt, BMW AG board member responsible for production, was present to celebrate this latest major milestone for Plant Oxford and the continuing success of the MINI brand. He said: “Production of the two millionth MINI comes on the back of strong demand worldwide. Our recent announcement of an additional £500 million investment in our UK MINI production facilities demonstrates the important role that Oxford plays in our global production network. The most essential factors in the success of MINI are the skills, passion and dedication of our associates.” During the visit, Mr Arndt updated the Prime Minister on preparations at the plant to produce the next generation MINI including new production facilities currently under construction. This latest investment decision helps to ensure the long term future of the Oxford plant and jobs at its pressings plant in Swindon and its engine plant at Hams Hall near Birmingham. It also takes the company’s total investment across all its UK operations to more than £1.5 billion since 2000. Prime Minister David Cameron said: “It’s a real privilege to drive this true British icon off the production line today. The 2 millionth MINI to be made here in Oxford is a fantastic symbol of the UK’s strength in the global automotive industry and a great British manufacturing success story. “BMW’s continued investment in its UK operations, together with its export success – selling to over 90 countries worldwide – is contributing to a real renaissance for the UK car industry and a brilliant example of the sustainable, balanced growth we are determined to achieve. MINI is not just a symbol of our industrial past, but also the great industrial future we want to build.” ? The two millionth MINI is a MINI Convertible specially painted in White Silver metallic with a blue denim roof. The specification boasts a selection of bespoke interior and exterior options including special alloy wheels, a distinctive leather steering wheel and lounge leather upholstery. This historic car is the prize on offer in a global Facebook campaign called ‘Two Million MINIs – Two Million Faces’ which involves photographs of the faces of two million MINI fans being collected and built to create a dedicated Facebook ‘wall’. The winner will be chosen at random after the campaign closes on 30 September. Dr Juergen Hedrich, managing director for MINI Plant Oxford, said: “It’s a really great milestone for Plant Oxford and everyone who works here. Oxford has been the heart of MINI production for the last 10 years and all our associates are proud and excited to be contributing to the continuing success of this iconic brand.” Producing 216,302 vehicles in 2010, MINI was the third-largest vehicle manufacturer in the UK, accounting for 17 per cent of national automotive production. The plant currently produces four MINI models – Hatchback, Convertible, Clubman and the new MINI Coupé. A fifth model, the Roadster, will join the line-up at the end of this year. Since MINI went into production in 2001, developments at Plant Oxford have reflected MINI’s growing success. In 2001 some 2,400 associates worked in single shift operations to build up to 300 cars a day. Today around 3,700 associates work five days a week on two shifts to produce as many as 900 MINIs per day. During the same period maximum production capacity at the plant has risen from 100,000 to over 200,000 units per year. In the medium term the plant has an annual capacity of 260,000 units. </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

Tune in to next week’s episode of White Roof Radio, as our man Chad was at this event and will tell us all about it. [Official Release] With flips, forward and backwards summersaults, jumps over an abyss and other spectacular elements in his routine, Gustafsson (SWE) won over a four-person jury and thrilled the crowd. “Free Running is all about passion, it’s a way of life. There’s hardly an obstacle that I can’t get over – or at least try to get over,“ said the victor with a broad smile. The Russell Industrial Center was converted into a paradise for Free Running already on Friday and on Saturday evening thousands of fans crowded along the shore of the Detroit River around Hart Plaza to witness the finals. The urban playground in the heart of the U.S. city, set up directly in front of the metropolis’s sky line and near the tunnel leading under the river across the international frontier to Canada, was completely packed with fans. The competitors had just one minute to make it through the course and overcome a height differential of 15 meters. “It just wipes you out physically by the time you get to the end of the course,“ said Tim Shieff (UK), who took second place, and was still breathing hard into the microphones and tape recorders of dozens of journalists afterwards In Free Running the goal is to complete the course with obstacles of all kinds with as much creativity, style and skill . The athletes go to the limits of defying gravity, overcoming gorges between buildings and a variety of obstacles with an incredible lightness. “It’s not something you should try out at home,“ said Free Runner Ryan Doyle (UK), who was a member of the jury in the U.S. car capital city. “The guys are all professionals and train for months at a time to get to this level.“ Free Running is the number one sport on YouTube with more than 20 million uploads. The first competition was staged in 2007 and the sport has evolved as Red Bull Art of Motion as a state of the art competition. In 2011 Tim Shieff (UK) was voted top of the heap in a competition in London. Jason Paul (GER) was able to win over the jury at the end of July on the biggest building in Japan in Yokohama. The world famous stuntman and Free Runner Ryan Doyle (UK) was on top in Sao Paulo (BRA) Final results Detroit: 1. Marcus Gustafsson (SWE), 2. Tim Shieff (UK), 3. Pip Anderson (UK), 4. Dan Mast (USA), 5. Luci Romberg (USA), 6. Vinnie Coryell (USA), 7. Lukas Steiner (AUT), 8. Marvin Ross (USA), 9. Kosuke Shimada (JPN), 10. Levi Meeuwenberg (USA); MINI Sickest Trick: Marvin Ross (USA) </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

Tonight we decide that Gin is the star of the show. Or 23 year old bourbon. Or Nathaniel. By the time we finish with the boozecast, we do also get to news from MotoringFile and Gabe talks about the BMW press junket he was on last week and about his new BMW M1. We also do some quick Ask Chad. If you have a question in the queue, we’re getting to it, but some of you guys are sending in questions that will require an entire show to answer! We aren’t complaining and love you sending them in. Keep ‘em coming to askchad@whiteroofradio.com. Finally, don’t forgot White Roof Radio LIVE coming up on October 22nd, 2011 from Detroit Tuned. It’s going to be awesome and would love you all to join us! Woofcast 392 Download |27.6MB | 60:00|WRR @ iTunes | Show Notes </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

Уважаемые Пиплы! Спешу сообщить вам приятнейшую новость - Клубный Сервис открылся. Адрес: Москва, Дубининская улица 55 К1 С2 Ваши замечания по работе Клубного сервиса в его предыдущем виде, были приняты во внимание и к концу сентября мы откроемся в абсолютно новом формате. Новый сервис будет работать только с МИНИ в отдельном помещении. К вашим услугам будет большая зона отдыха, кофе и бесплатный интернет. Но это не всё. Наши цены вас тоже приятно удивлят! Вот некоторые из них: - замена масла: все кузова - работа+масло+фильтр = 3110 р. - замена тормозных колодок: колодки+датчик+работа R55/56/57 Cooper S перед - 5970 р., зад - 4580 р. R55/56/57 One/Cooper перед - 5480 р., зад - 4580 р. R50/52/53 One/Cooper/Cooper S перед - 4670 р., зад - 4260 р. - замена лобового стекла (с обогревом, датчиками дождя и света) - 17370 р. Звоните и записывайтесь. +7 (905) 737 6666

Beyond great cars, MINI is well known for great style items. Sometimes it’s accessories like luggage or boot items, and sometimes it’s clothing and accent pieces. This time it’s a new set of fashion items that MINI is calling the “Beat the Street” collection. Full details after the break. [Official Release] For ten years, MINI has been wowing the public not just with its legendary cars, but with its authentic fashion, accessories and luggage collections as well. The brand delivers its own interpretation of the latest trends while simultaneously celebrating its passion for British fashion. Now, for the first time, the new range has taken the bold leap onto the catwalk with a special show at the Pavillon 21 MINI Opera Space in Munich.MINI creates fashion for all those whose heart beats to the rhythm of the street. This anything but run-of-the-mill collection bristles with hallmark British details like the Union Jack, badges etc., and offers unconventional outfits that lend themselves to casual, business or clubbing wear. Fashion classics from Great Britain. There are only a few types of clothing that remain timeless and ever trendy, and the trench coat is right up there among the front-runners. The casual Trench Coat by MINI, available for men and women, is intriguing with its fine detailing. The lining of the coat and its outer pockets feature an abstract Union Jack pattern, while a key pocket and a zipped pocket on the inside left of the trench coat offer practical storage possibilities. The cuffs, meanwhile, sport a discreetly embroidered MINI logo. Multitalents in denim look. The Men’s Denim Business Shirt and Ladies’ Denim Business Blouse are stylish companions that love to be combined. Dark blue and with discreet MINI lettering on the chest, they lend themselves to both a sporty-elegant and a more casual look. After work, simply roll up the sleeves up and let the Union Jack lining draw approving glances down at the club.For the ladies, MINI also has a feminine Denim Dress with ruffles lined up in the wardrobe. Other fine details include an authentic Union Jack badge on the left chest and a “Beat the Street” print on the inside collar. This item can be worn as a dress or as a tunic in combination with leggings. College outfits with retro flair. The new his and hers Hoodie Sweat Jackets are right in with the trendy campus look. These comfortable hooded jackets are guaranteed to up the feel-good factor and come with an eye-catching print on the back and a zip at the front. Made of top-grade cotton and with cuffs on the sleeves and the bottom hem, they are certain to keep its wearers fleecy-warm. Colours are in the traditional mould – red for the ladies, blue for the men.To match the Hoodie Sweat Jackets, MINI has two casual Street Longsleeves on offer. The white men’s item is striking with its blue “Beat the Street” print, making for a cool vintage look. The grey ladies’ long-sleeved shirt has a feminine V-neck and a shiny silver motif on the front. Fashionable combination accessories Scarves are indispensable trend accessories and bestow any outfit with an individual touch. The light Union Jack Scarf from MINI appeals with its fashionable rendition of the British Union Jack, and is open to a wide range of combinations. This artistic design in red, blue and white makes this unisex scarf a colourful eye-catcher.When it came to the Beat the Street Belt, MINI took inspiration from its automotive competence. This belt has a surprise element in the shape of a silver fastening designed like seatbelt buckle. Other details include the lettering “Beat the Street” embossed on the buckle and the MINI logo on the belt itself. </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

News from MotoringFile as always. Not too much since Gabe was off driving fancy cars in Monterey. There is a ton more since we recorded, so we’ll be busy next week. AskChad was the clutch show this week. See above for an example of what you don’t want your clutch to look like. We are a little behind in questions, but don’t worry, we will continue to work through them as long as you keep sending them in! Woofcast 391 Don’t forget, White Roof Radio Live is right around the corner! We would like to see as many of you as possible for our 400th show. Click that link for the details that we have so far. db hit 252,000 miles, and you can read all about how we started White Roof Radio here. Download |27MB | 58:51|WRR @ iTunes | Show Notes </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

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MF Contributor Michael Talley, is at Rally Germany this week and he’s sharing his exploits with the rest of the MINI Community through a Flickr Set and a Ustream channel. We’ve embedded the Flickr Set slideshow above, and it should update as Michael adds photos to it. Thanks, Michael, for getting us close to the action! </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

Pricing is in on the most expensive MINI ever. The MINI Inspired by Goodwood (aka the MINI Goodwood) will retail for $52,000. MINI will be producing 1000 worldwide but only 140 will be coming to the US. Options are limited because, as you’d expect, a $52,000 MINI has most options already. However you can still spec your exclusive Rolls-Royce color Diamond Black or the MINI color Reef Blue metallic. Official Release: MINI fans in the US will have their first chance to see two exciting and very different, new MINI vehicles at the world-famous Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California this week. Both vehicles can be found at the MINI Display, located at the intersection of Pedestrian Walkway and 17-Mile Drive. The MINI INSPIRED BY GOODWOOD is an exclusive special edition of the MINI Hardtop which has been produced in close collaboration with the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars design team, and it will be displayed alongside the new two-seater MINI Coupe which will also be shown publicly in the USA for the first time. MINI INSPIRED BY GOODWOOD adds another layer to the MINI brand experience, bringing a generous measure of automotive luxury and exclusivity in its highest form. It will be priced at $52,000 (including $700 D&H), when advanced orders begin later this month. Working with the development center of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, England, MINI has produced a limited-run special edition MINI, whose exterior and interior design is complemented by fine materials and the British luxury car marque’s commitment to flawless workmanship. It will be produced in a limited edition of 1,000 units – 140 of which will be available to US customers – and combines typical MINI driving fun with the same discerning craftsmanship, select materials, styling and all-round ‘typical British understatement’ that are hallmarks of the world’s leading producer of luxury automobiles. Deliveries of the 2012 model year vehicle, which will be launched as part of the exclusive ‘MINI Yours’ range of special edition vehicles and options, are scheduled to start in the second quarter of 2012. Two of the most striking features of the exterior design are the body finish in the exclusive Rolls-Royce color of Diamond Black metallic and 17-inch light alloy wheels sporting a multi-spoke design. Alternatively, the MINI color Reef Blue metallic can be specified. Inside, the dashboard (including the surrounds of the central instrument and the air vents), the center console, carpet surfaces, the Lounge leather seats, the roof lining as well as the door, side and body pillar cladding boast the exclusive Rolls-Royce color Cornsilk, a warm and natural shade of beige. Only the upper section of the instrument panel is in black. In terms of Rolls-Royce materials in the MINI INSPIRED BY GOODWOOD, the interior includes seats covered in Lounge leather, Lambswool floor mats, a cashmere headliner, fascia and front door grab handles in burr walnut veneer and a sports steering wheel with Walknappa leather and Piano Black controls. Each MINI Inspired by Goodwood is powered by the turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that was featured for the first time in the 2011 MINI Cooper S. This engine includes a Twin Scroll turbocharger, direct injection and variable valve control and generates 181 hp, so the sprint from 0 to 60 mph is completed in 6.6 seconds. A choice of either six-speed manual and automatic transmissions will be offered. <a href="http://s3.motoringfile.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/P90076632.jpg">

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Народ, продюсер почитал форум и перенёс сбор на 18:00 Приезжайте, приезжайте!! Кстати, программа называется Автовести.

via Wikipedia: The distance between the moon and the Earth varies from around 356,400 km to 406,700 km at the extreme perigees (closest) and apogees (farthest). On 19 March 2011, it was closer to the earth while at full phase than it has been since 1993.[87] Reported as a “super moon”, this closest point coincides within an hour of a full moon, and it thus appeared 30 percent brighter, and 14 percent larger than when at its greatest distance Depending on what number you look at (and how nerdy you want to be), the moon is between 221,456.69 and 252,711.66 miles from Earth. Or pretty gosh darned close to how far I have driven my 2003 MINI Cooper since I brought her home on March 6th, 2003. If the average driver (my age) drives 18,858 miles per year (via), then I’ve driven the equivalent of 13.4 years worth of miles. And she keeps on going. I especially like it when I tell people how many miles I have on her. The look on their faces is usually priceless and it almost always causes them to do a complete walk around the car for another look. And, for the record, the color always get compliments. Velvet Red, in my own personal opinion, is one of the best colors ever put on a MINI. It’s really too bad that I’m one of 3 people that agree and actually purchased it. As previously mentioned, I just had my 2nd alternator replaced. I’ve got a brand new wish list started as well that I hope to start clearing out in a month or two, starting with replacing the right side axel (again) and all of the upper mounts (engine and transmission). I’m also going to be doing a front brake job pretty soon and need to start thinking about shocks. The end game to all of this, of course, is getting Roxy to the big 300. 300,000 miles that is. I’m pretty sure she’s got it in her. </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

Пиплы, автопрограмма канала Россия 24 будет завтра снимать сюжет о машине Лифан. Посыл таков - жалкое подобие МИНИ. Для сравнения, нужны машины с вами за рулём. Те у кого будет возможность, пожалуйста, уделите несколько часов. Если вы спрашивайте, причём тут китайский Лифан и Мини? Смотрите розовое чудо в теме Ниже время, место и контакты съёмочной группы: Съемки мы будем проводить 18 августа в Мневниках в 15.30. Вот инструкция, как туда проехать: Проезд со МКАДА: МКАД 61ый километр, поворот на Рублевское шоссе в центр, по Рублевскому шоссе 4 км в сторону центра, съехать на Ярцевскую улицу направо, развернуться в сторону Крылатской улицы, через 1 км - улица Нижние Мневники, съехать через 1.7 км направо. Проезд по Рублевскому шоссе из центра: Подъезжая к метро Молодежная съехать на дублёр, через 200 метров повернуть направо на улицу Крылатская, через 1 км - улица Нижние Мневники, съехать через 1.7 км направо. Проезд по Звенигородскому шоссе из цетра: Звенигородское шоссе переходит в улицу Мневники, через 500 метров повернуть налево на улицу Демьяна Бедного, через еще 500 метров повернуть направо на Карамышевскую набережную, через 700 метров налево на улицу Нижние Мневники, свернуть налево через 2.35 км.— Мы были бы благодарны, если бы удалось собрать хоть несколько автомобилей Мини. По задумке, их должно быть 10, но сколько уж получится! Контактные лица на месте: Владимир, режиссер – 8-916-429-55-00 Павел, ведущий – 8-915-362-86-55

Like the sands of an hour glass, we get that much closer to Woofcast 400. For your entertainment this week, we present you, the fine and good looking White Roof Radio listener, some 3 Stooges, news from Motoringfile.com, Todd maybe on the television and a bunch of AskChad. And, if you missed the MINI @ Red Bull Art of Motion 2011 video, you can check that out .Woofcast 390 Download | 26.8MB | 55:39 |WRR @ iTunes | Show Notes </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

Full info from MINI this morning for the upcoming MINI appearance in Rally Germany. With lots of practice and a couple big races under their belts, Team MINI has high hopes for a race that could almost be considered home turf. Full release after the break. [Official Release] With two FIA World Championship Rallies behind it, the MINI WRC Team is now ready for its next test and that will be on the asphalt stages in next week’s ADAC Rally Germany. This will be the first WRC event of the year on this surface for not only Dani Sordo (ES) and Carlos del Barrio (ES) in the MINI John Cooper Works WRC number 37, and Kris Meeke (GB) and Paul Nagle (IR) in the number 52 car, but also the rest of the competitors in the championship. The drivers have put in many kilometres of testing in readiness for this asphalt debut, and this is even continuing this weekend in the UK with the team competing on the Richard Burns Memorial Rally, at RAF Marham in Norfolk. Also contesting the event in Norfolk, in preparation for Germany, in a customer MINI John Cooper Works WRC is Pierre Campana (FR). The 26-year-old has just been given backing by the FFSA, the French motorsport federation. This means the driver from Corsica will be following in the footsteps of his two very famous rallying countrymen, Sebastien Loeb and Sebastien Ogier, who also received this support early on in their careers. David Richards, Team Principal: “We have high expectations going into Rally Germany. The MINI has shown a great deal of promise in recent tarmac tests in Germany and Italy and both drivers have told me how much confidence they have in the set up. Dani, in particular, very much likes this rally and I know that he and Kris have traded times on these stages in the past. Unlike Finland, where our number one priority was to get valuable competitive mileage on the car, in Germany we will be looking for both drivers to begin to demonstrate the true performance of the MINI.” Dani Sordo: “This is a rally I am really looking forward to. I like the stages in all three areas – the vineyards, the military training ground and the normal roads. It has lots of hairpins, which are very different to the tight corners we get in Spain. I always remember the military training area of Baumholder, as there are some very big rocks there so you have to be careful not to get punctures. I particularly enjoy driving in the vineyards as these roads are narrow and fast. The fans who come to watch us in their thousands are really nice. Obviously rallying is very popular in Germany, and so it will be good for us to have some ‘home’ support this year for the MINI.” Kris Meeke: “I think it is a fantastic rally. I have done it three times before, and all of these have been good experiences. The stages are demanding and, because of the different surfaces, it is more like three rallies in one. You have the vineyards, Baumholder and the Saarland region. The weather can also be very changeable there, so this is another challenge. The year I remember best was in 2005 in the junior category when I was fighting with Dani, and after three days with two stages to go we were just six seconds apart. Unfortunately I then had a puncture, but it was a fantastic battle. I also like the event because it is very popular with the fans. It is based in central Europe so it is easy for the spectators to get there. I know I shall have lots of support as many of my friends from home are heading there.” History and Background: This rally joined the WRC in 2002 and since then it has been won every year by the reigning world champion, Sebastien Loeb (FR). However, this rally actually started back in 1982 and then was based in Frankfurt am Main. Since then it has moved several times and has been at its current location of Trier, Germany’s oldest city based in the Mosel wine growing region, since 2000. It is the first asphalt rally of the 2011 season, but over the three days there are three different types of sealed surfaces for the stages. On Day 1 it is the vineyards, on Day 2 it is the normal roads in the Saarland region and the military training ground of Baumholder, where there are large boulders on the side of the roads and these are known as hinkelsteins, while Day 3 sees the crews returning to the vineyards and the Power Stage on Sunday afternoon is at the famous Circus Maximus in the centre of Trier. The event’s ceremonial start is on Thursday, 18th August in Trier at Porta Nigra at 20.00. However, the competition doesn’t start until the next morning. The first car leaves the service park at 09.30 and the first of the day’s six stages is at 10.13. The first day of action is over 133.14 kilometres and the first car is due back at the service park at 18.18. Day two starts at 07.00 from Trier and after eight stages, covering 150.14 kilometres, returns to service at 20.17. Then for the third and final day of action the start is at 07.00 and then there are five stages over 76.31 kilometres before the cars are due into service from 14.29, with the podium ceremony at 16.45. The rally was the longest last year in the WRC in terms of competitive mileage and this year there are 359.59 kilometres in a total route of 1,245.96 kilometres. </img><br/></img> </img> </img> </img> </img> Читать дальше

К сожалению понятие - простой ключ, ошибочно! Их очень много разных типов. Самый простой вариант - высверлить и вставить обычные болты или купить новые секретки уже с ключём.