Max Auto Updates - 27/08/2009

Taxi operators warned

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Gauteng premier Nomvula Mokonyane has warned taxi operators not to stage disruptive protests against the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system to be launched in Johannesburg next week

"The taxi industry can't be a law unto themselves," Mokonyane said during a visit to the Johannesburg Central police station on Tuesday.

"BRT is about the government facilitating an opportunity for all South Africans.

"We're going to be tough and can't be held to ransom by the taxi industry.

"If they want to rule this country, they must register as a political party and contest in the elections."

Mokonyane said if taxi operators wanted to protest next week, they should not break the law.

"If it is a stay away, then they must stay home and not disrupt traffic on our roads."

The SA National Taxi Council announced last week that a nationwide taxi strike would start on Monday.

The taxi industry has said the BRT, an improved bus service, would adversely affect its business and had complained it was not an active player in the planning stages of BRT.

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LUMMA E 50 CLR Based on Mercedes W212 E-Class



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LUMMA Design has unveiled their new E 50 CLR, which is based on the Mercedes E-Class W212.

The exterior features a front bumper spoiler with integrated daytime running lights, aggressive side skirts, and sporty front fenders with integrated side vents. Out back, LUMMA equips the CLR with a lip spoiler, a redesigned rear bumper, and an integrated trunk lid spoiler. Other design touches include a 25mm reduction in ride height and 20-inch "Racing Edition" wheels outfitted with high performance Michelin tires.

Inside, the CLR boasts attractive milled aluminum pedals and suede floor mats with embroidered LUMMA crests. Options include a suede trunk mat, illuminated door entry strips, and a 300 km/h speedometer.

On the performance side, LUMMA offers a "V-Max" system that enables the E 500 to produce 316 Kw (450 hp) and 550 Nm of torque. For diesel E-Class owners, the company offers a "D-Box" that increases engine performance by up to 20%. Other accessories include a "GPM-Powermodule", which sharpens the accelerator's response, and a stainless steel sport exhaust system.