From a seven-seater to a feisty compact or an amphibious car, this edition of Drive it presents a wealth of ways to get from point A to point B.Present it: Opel ZafiraOpel began producing multi-purpose seven-seaters in 1999 and has just released the latest Zafira model. Like previous models, it offers ample space that can adjusted as needed. New in the Zafira is the infotainment system with the Opel OnStar service assistant.The car's new connectivity, which enables up to seven people to be online at the same time, makes the new Zafira one of the best-networked travel lounge on wheels.Taste it: Mazda 6In Germany, the Mazda 6 has stiff competition. The Audi A4 and the BMW 3 series are popular, especially in company vehicle fleets, which account for a large share of sales. We tested the Japanese car in the station wagon version, which is selling well with private customers.Our test car features the series’ most powerful engine, a 129-kilowatt diesel, in all-wheel drive. And design isn't the only thing drawing attention to the Mazda 6. Its selection of assistant systems and its comfort make it well worth a look.

Test it: Fiat Abarth 595Fast, agile, and edgy, the Fiat Abarth 595 fittingly bears a scorpion as its emblem. The feisty racer comes with a 1.4 liter turbocharged gasoline engine that generates 132 kilowatts of power, allowing it to accelerate to 100 kp/h in 6.9 seconds. It also comes with tight bucket seats and a stiff suspension, which makes for a sporty if somewhat uncomfortable ride.Examine it: Mercedes LKW Active Break Assist 4Ahead of this September's IAA Commercial Vehicles trade fair in Hanover, Mercedes has presented the newest technological developments in heavy trucks in a live demonstration The emergency Active Brake Assist 4, with pedestrian recognition and turn-off assistant, sets new standards in pedestrian protection.At the presentation, a real person - not a test-crash dummy - stepped onto the street in front of the moving Actros to demonstrate the reliability of the system. But the new assistant -- and other technical developments -- can't replace responsible, respectful behavior on the road.

Vintage: VW Type 166 Amphibious CarChurning water, propellers and wet floorboards. Not many vintage car buffs would head their darlings into a lake - unless it's a VW Type 166 amphibious vehicle. Where other cars reach the end of the road, this VW is right in its element. Pit Löhr, owner of a small but exclusive auto body company, restores vintage VWs and other classic cars.But the Type 166 is his special obsession. Once the 166 is afloat, the car's engine has to be switched off and the propeller let down, and then you've got a motorboat ready for a leisurely cruise. Drive It! was on board for a journey by land and sea in a highly unusual vehicle.