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Poll Highlights Cycle Safety Blind Spot

AFTER the highly publicised deaths in London recently, cycling has risen to the top of the safety agenda. However, according to a survey conducted by the AA a there still appears to be plenty of work to be done. As many as 93% of motorists admit it is sometimes hard to see cyclists while driving, according to a poll of nearly 18,000 drivers.

Acura ZDX concept (w/ Gallery)

Designed to break new ground for Acura in the areas of provocative styling, contemporary luxury and meticulous refinement, the ZDX concept previews an imminent coupe-crossover set to take on the BMW X6. Clean, flowing lines start from the headlights and run the length of the car, accentuating the car's presence and grace. In keeping with the coupe-inspired styling, the rear door handles are concealed in the C-pillar.

BMW set to go front-wheel drive

BMW chairman Norbert Reithofer has confirmed that the German carmaker will introduce a new front-wheel-drive entry-level model positioned and priced below the existing 1-series as part of plans to help increase part sharing and to bolster the potential for production savings between the BMW and Mini brands, thus bringing an end to the era of rear- and four-wheel-drive-only BMW models. Speaking to AutoWeek at the Geneva motor show, Reithofer said internal BMW studies revealed that despite the downturn in the world's economy, there was continued demand for what he described as "premium vehicles" in the small-car class, before officially acknowledging plans that will see BMW produce a rival to the recently unveiled Audi A1 and a new Smart Forfour presently under development at Mercedes-Benz. "We will be extending the BMW and Mini brands into the small-car segment with new models and variants," he said.