Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at September 2nd, 2010, 13:09:07
We are thrilled to announce the new smart car UK Facebook fan page which offers another way for the smart community to huddle together and keep warm!
Simply follow the above link, sign into your facebook account and click the ‘like’ button, so all your friends can see that you’re a fan of the cool, compact smart fortwo.
You’ll find the new page to be the perfect place to hear the very latest on what we’re up to – and you can share what you’re up to too! We’re particularly keen to see your pics and videos from any of our annual smart festivals. What’s more, you can tag yourself, your friends and your smart in the photos posted, so we can all know just how fab smart fans really are!
Also, be sure to join destinationsmart and follow us on Twitter @smartfortwouk while you’re adding the new smart car UK fan page to your Facebook profile. That way, you’ve got all smart news bases covered, and you’re sure to be one of the very first to know what’s happening in the eco-tastic world of smart.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at August 31st, 2010, 18:08:01
A new all-electric version of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class model is to be launched shortly, Reuters reports.
Dubbed the Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-Cell, this limited production model is being developed together with Tesla and will reportedly make its world debut next month at the 2010 Paris Auto Show.
Although few details have been released, the report observes that the Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-Cell is expected to have a range of about 124 miles and a peak output of 214 pound-feet of torque.
"The battery pack is a lithium-ion type built of 4,000 individual cells and is rated at approximately 40 kilowatt-hours," the news provider said.
Meanwhile, motoring enthusiasts have been encouraged to attend this year's smart festival, which will take place at Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge, Surrey.
Writing for the Daily Telegraph, David Williams said that the festival coincides with the tenth anniversary of the arrival of right-hand drive smart models in the UK.
Festival-goers will even get the chance to test-drive the new smart fortwo electric drive, he explained.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at August 27th, 2010, 18:08:10
Motoring enthusiasts have been encouraged to attend this year's smart festival, which will take place at Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge, Surrey.
Writing for the Daily Telegraph, David Williams explained that the festival coincides with the tenth anniversary of the arrival of right-hand drive smart models in the UK.
"Festival-goers will get the chance to drive the new smart fortwo electric drive, which uses lithium ion battery technology and can be charged from a standard 13-amp socket," he commented.
Other attractions of the festival include the smart arrows formation driving team, a display of models from the Brabus collection and driving games, including smart football.
Since the brand was launched in the UK, more than 75,000 smart cars have been sold.
According to Gary Savage, Managing Director at Mercedes-Benz Cars, the smart fortwo gb-10 edition is a clear indication of how the brand has evolved.
Discover all the big benefits of the smart at thesmart.co.uk
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized,smart at August 16th, 2010, 13:08:30
It looks like Scotland is the latest place to go electric, thanks to an ambitious plan by the WWF (World Wildlife Fund).
The Scottish branch of the WWF has decided to work towards achieving a 42% reduction in Scotland’s CO2 emissions by 2020 and the smart fortwo electric drive is going to play a major role in making it happen.
WWF have researched that if 10% of Scotland’s 290,000 petrol-powered cars are replaced with electric cars like the zero-emission smart fortwo electric drive, it will make a major contribution to the desired result.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at August 13th, 2010, 16:08:33
Ex Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton will be among the stars helping to make this year’s celebratory smart festival the best ever.
With the September 4th event marking the 10th anniversary of the introduction of right-hand drive smart fortwo models to the UK, organisers are expecting last year’s record attendance figure of 2,000 to be smashed. Lewis will join celebrities, owners, smart car lovers and enthusiasts at the festival, to be staged at Mercedes-Benz World, near Weybridge, the country’s biggest automotive brand experience centre.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at July 29th, 2010, 11:07:27
Avoiding the tough economic climate and never-ending air strikes, stay-cation is the new way to holiday. Combining ‘stay’ and ‘vacation’ to describe the new trend sweeping a nation of holiday lovers, 2010 is the year of the stay-cation.
Enjoy your local countryside or venture to a different corner of the UK. Pack your smart full with camping essentials, or rent out a beach hut and use your smart to explore the English coast. On destinationsmart you can find a selection of drives to do this summer. The Norfolk coastal drive looks like particularly special, taking you to Blakeney and Wells-Next-To-The-Sea for some proper fish and chips!
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at July 27th, 2010, 12:07:11
Not so long ago we reached our 1000 followers milestone and now we are fast approaching our 1000th tweet. Here at smart we want to celebrate this in true twitter style and let you write the 1000th tweet for @smartfortwouk!
Send us a tweet or let us know your thoughts on destinationsmart for our special tweet; we want to hear your ideas! You could include anything you like, from smart-inspired links to limericks and photos to facts, but remember you only have 140 characters, so use them wisely.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at July 20th, 2010, 15:07:34
You’re proud of your smart fortwo, we don’t blame you. Why not show it off, so others can see how great your smart fortwo really is?
The big event to look forward to is the smart festival at Mercedes-Benz World on the 4th September. Last year it attracted over 2,000 like minded smart lovers and this year is set to be even bigger. If you haven’t registered for the smart festivalyet don’t waste any time in doing so.
Some of the highlights of the smart festival include seeing the smart fortwo electric drive and the stunning BRABUS Tailor Made collection, which will show you how many new and exciting ways you make your smart as individual as you are. We will also be holding competitions for the best modified, best kept and best dressed smarts.
If you’re the adventurous type you can enter their crazy golf and egg and spoon races, which promise to be entertaining to say the least.
Go down and show your car off, never know – you might win.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at July 19th, 2010, 11:07:48
Take That are back again for another album release and UK tour, this time as a full set. Estranged Robbie Williams has rejoined his former band mates, to release a brand new album in November. After a roaring success with their Circus tour last summer, Take That fans can expect something extra special come November.
smart fans also have something to get excited about as we are reintroducing the pink passion smart. The pink passion edition is based on passion specification with BRABUS tailor made body panel paint and both a luxury and chrome package. The cabrio and coupe will be released in pink passion, but there is only limited numbers for sale, so don’t miss out.
Posted by admin in category Uncategorized at July 13th, 2010, 12:07:37
Your smart’s engine is its heart. It keeps you and it on the move, so it’s important to keep it in good condition. It’s eco friendly when in top form, but not so when it’s out of shape, so here are a few things you can do to keep your smart healthy.
Check the oil regularly
It’s a simple tip, but you’d be surprised by how many people leave their oil alone until either the light comes on or they take their car in for a service.
Over time the oil in your engine can lose its lubrication components and become sludge, which will damage your engine. Make sure to check it once a month, more if you’ve got a high mileage car. If it’s running low – top it up with the type recommended in your owners manual. If it appears dark and sludgy on the dipstick it’s time for an oil change and it’s probably doing more harm than good…
Keep your coolant levels up
Overheating can do some serious damage, so keep an eye on your coolant levels. It’s important you check it periodically to make sure you don’t run low – or you could be in a world of trouble.
Check the bottle is at the recommended level, if it’s not you need to get it topped up.
Keep those two in check and you’ll be laughing, but remember to make sure you get any odd rattles, shakes and warning lights checked out. Your smart’ll thank you.
