In this type of competition, which has been taking place all over the world (with us since 1998), the title of the latest cars of car manufacturers is competing for the title. They are studied, the members of the jury ride with them, then they tell you about their impressions in the media. And at the end of the year, both the jury and the online people’s vote vote. Okay, of course. But it can be even better. A couple of years ago, a unique experiment was launched in cooperation with shopping center “Mols”. Let’s give a ride to everyone who wants it! Of course, a driver’s license is required. Of course, the trip will not be as long as for the jury, because there are a lot of people and the day is short. Fifteen minutes through the streets of Riga. But those are your kilometers! It will be your feelings and sympathies that will wake up (or maybe disappear). Asis Jansons, the chairman of our jury, keeps repeating that it is impossible to find a thousand “best” and suitable cars for everyone. But yours can! If not for immediate purchase, then as an active life stimulating goal. This is probably best done at the Mols shopping center.
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“Latvian Car of the Year 2020 test day in Mol” has now confirmed its participation *:
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio (static)
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“Honda E” electric car (Latvian Premiere – static)
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Jeep Wrangler (static)
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Kia e-Niro electric car (static)
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Kia XCeed (static)
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Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe (static)
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“Mini Cooper SE” electric car
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Peugeot 2008 (static)
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*the car list may change before the event. Static means that the car will be visible but not available for a test drive.
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As you can see, the spectrum is comprehensive. Crossovers – starting from the highest “premium” shelves (MB), continuing at the price level of about 20,000 euros (Juke, Puma, 2008). For high-speed long-distance lovers – also “premium” (BMW 5 Series). And the opportunity to directly confront it with just a little shorter, but twice as cheap Škoda Octavia.
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The first date with the new eighth generation Golf and its close relative “Seat Leon” is tempting in the compact class. Do you want to be completely green? “Mini Cooper SE” is on its way without sound and smoke!
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Such are its travel possibilities. Waiting for your turn after the appointment (probably will have to, because, as already said – a lot of people want to) – additional attractions, such as a dexterity ride – with a special prize. This year’s Mercedes-Benz GLC award for the weekend with a full tank of fuel. Will you be able to drive 900 km with one refill?
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Performance of Lithuanian moto acrobats (13:00 and 14:00). Stunt rider moto show will not leave you indifferent!
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And last year, the opportunity to discuss your doubts and uncertainties about the choice of a new car in person (two meters!) Quickly became unquestionably the most competent (not directly interested in the sales results) people: jury members. “Latvian Car of the Year” will take you from 11:00 to 17:30) will be waiting for Atis Jansons, Normunds Avotiņš, Agris Staņēvičs and others – for several years now they have been driving with almost everything that the huge and variegated car market offers. Come, see, go, ask! Think. In November, you will also be able to vote for your “People’s Sympathy” at t / c Mols or online.
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Admission to the event is free. Taking into account the existing restrictions, spectators must observe a distance of two meters or use a mouth and nose cover, which will also be available in the “Latvian Car of the Year” tent free of charge. In accordance with the Cabinet of Ministers Regulations No. 360, people who have signs of respiratory illness or have to observe self-isolation must not be in the event area.
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