Aston Martin Vantage GTE racing car released

Recently, Aston Martin has released its latest Vantage the GTE car, and announced that it will subsection racing added to the contention of the endurance event held by the FIA, including the famous Le Mans 24 hour race.

It is learned that this car is based on Aston Martin Vantage V12 models developed, and its body to create the carbon fiber material, and is equipped with advanced aerodynamics, including carbon fiber spoiler, rear diffuser, and a huge rear wing. In addition, the roll cage, Brembo brakes and adjustable unscrewing suspension track essential items also appear in this car.

Power, Aston Martin Vantage, the GTE equipped with a 4.5 liter V8 engine, and equipped with brand new cylinder heads, connecting rods, valves, camshafts and racing exhaust system, matching is a the 6-speed sequential gearbox, the clutch of athletics as well as a dedicated oil cooling and air cooling system.

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Audi A3 e-tron will be released in American

Audi announced an electric version of Audi hatchback A3 will be launched in this year.

Appearance, A3, e-tron and cash-A3 is not very different, but both sides of the body and tail of the e-tron 'words, the edge of the wheel with red design, the engine compartment covered with a variety of motor and other electronic equipment.

Audi A3 e-tron 

Dynamic aspects, A3, e-tron equipped with a 26.5 kilowatts of power lithium-ion battery pack can be issued to continue the mileage is 90 miles (145 km). The engine's maximum power of 100 kW (135 hp) and 270 Nm of maximum torque. To accelerate the performance is not very prominent, 0 - 100 km acceleration takes 11 seconds, top speed is only 145 km / h. Four hundred volt fast charger to charge takes four hours to complete.

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Pininfarina Cambiano concept car will be unveiled in the Geneva Motor Show

Recently, the famous Italian design company Pininfarina released the design of Cambiano concept car, the Cambiano concept car will be located in the hybrid sports car, the reason for the name Cambiano 30th anniversary to pay tribute to Pininfarina, at the headquarters of the company.

The sleek and stylish the Cambiano concept sports car design, inspired by the 1957 Lancia Florida II. The modeling highlights include LED headlamps and a long hood and a glass roof covering almost the entire vehicle. The four-seat cabin is equipped with high-quality leather seats, wood flooring, also equipped with a full sense of the technology of digital instrument.

Cambiano 

Expansion of the electric power system, including four 82 PS (60 kW / 80 hp) electric motors and small diesel generators. Accelerate from 0-100 km / h 4.2 seconds and hit a top speed of 275 km / h.

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Next Generation Mazda 6 spy shots, maybe release in the spring of next year

Next generation Mazda 6 ice road test spy photos were released, the new car 2013 Mazda is still wearing a camouflage shell to do, but the interior has been able to see a greater improvement. It is reported that the new car is expected to launch in spring 2013.

Mazda 6

From the latest spy photos, the new generation Mazda 6 still apply the current model of the car shell road test, and according to previous reports, the car will draw more Takeri concept car design elements, such as the large grille opening, all new front and rear styling, and so on. Another test of this exposure of this style of wheel hub Mazda 6 models in the cash has not been used, it may be a new generation of models used.

The new generation Mazda 6 spy photos

The new generation Mazda 6 interior design you can see significant changes, including CX-5 the same shape of the new three-spoke steering wheel, the large size of barrel-type instrument panel and center console sport taste changes are to make it look more thick.

As the representative of Mazda brand sports car, Mazda 6 has a good market performance, with the improvement of new generation products, coupled with the future introduction of more common version of the model (including sedan, hatchback, wagon and Coupe version), we believe there will be a good market performance.

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Volvo will build a variety of small cars

Volvo will launch a travel version of C30 - V30 in the upcoming Geneva Motor Show 2012. In fact, V30 Volvo only plans for the next few years, one of a variety of car. Recently, some media reports, Volvo car will seek common development, and manufacturing partner.

Volvo V30 spy shots

With the trend of environmental protection, small car has become increasingly important. But the cost is very high to product and put many small cars, which is why Volvo while also working to find partners to develop. In fact, Volvo's Stefan Jacoby also recently revealed in an interview for the first time related news.

Jacoby said that Volvo is open towards partners, Volvo will seek a win-win situation, both sides will share engines, platforms and so on. Jacoby also said he has some potential partners in mind, but he also emphasized that there is no cooperation in the details of the program.

Volvo is currently developing a new modular platform, called SPA (Scalable Platform Architecture). However, this platform is designed primarily for medium-sized and larger vehicles to consider. And is not suitable for future small car. Subsequently, the Volvo may have to develop a new small car platform to replace the old outdated car platform.

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Maserati new Quattroporte 2013 renderings exposed, equipped with V6/V8 engines

A series renderings of Maserati new Quattroporte 2013 exposed recently, its appearance has not a few adjustments compared to nowaday, it is expected to be provide both V6 and V8 engines.

According to the renderings of Maserati new Quattroporte exposed this time, some of its design elements borrowed Maserati GT sports car and Kubang concept car that has shown, such as more ferocious slender headlights, front bumper, while the new design more for the movement, while the rear design and fashion have become more dynamic, bilateral double-row out of the tail shape so we looking forward to its performance.

In power, It is understood that the car will be equipped with the new 4.7-liter V8 engine, while a V6 engine will be optional, and the hybrid power system or used car, matching from ZF the 8-speed automatic transmission. In addition, the new car also will be equipped with four-wheel drive system, for the use of consumer choice.

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Porsche Cayman S Facebook special edition debut

Recently, Porsche  together with Facebook launched a Porsche Cayman S special edition model to commemorate that the two millionth user of the social networking site Facebook million users joined.

This special edition Cayman S uses red and white two-tone body paint, most of all vehicles covered by a red floral pattern, on both sides of the body in the engine at the top and there 2MILL (two million) identified highlight the car's special status. This official said the body designs intended to show the car with the nature theme, but looked more like an "allergic" to the car.

The Cayman S Special Edition in the January 27, 2012 before, will be the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, Germany for public display. With dense phobia friends, you HOLD maintained it?

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Subaru Forester 2012 will be released in April

Subaru Forester is a best-selling urban SUV under Subaru, and always are hot in the world after coming in 1997. The nowaday third generation Subaru Forester was born in 2007, with the arrival of cycle facelift, the development of fourth-generation Forester is also underway. According to the latest news shows, the fourth-generation Forester will be released in November 2012.

[Cash] the third-generation Forester
Vehicle information, with the first generation, second-generation design of the third generation Forester different in body size and interior space are closer to the performance SUV, with the first generation of the Crossover line, the second-generation models different, because of the third generation to go SUV-style Forester makes the convenience and practicality has been fully improved, and thus attract more consumers. But also the expense of many keen on Crossover models the consumer's identity. For this fourth-generation Subaru Forester will be re-planning, to meet different consumer needs.

[Cash] the third-generation Forester
New car information, it is learned, the fourth-generation Forester will be a platform for third-generation model-based build from, will be re-designed appearance, the body has a 4600 × 1780 × 1680mm size, vehicle use more style movement and personalization elements, may be more rounded shape. In the third generation model has been criticized on the interior will also refer to the lion to improve texture. New car will emphasize technology and comfort, the latest Subaru EyeSight and SI-DRIVE also be included with the list.

[Previous generations of the Forester Crossover style route]
Power, the current model of the EJ20 2.0L boxer four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine will no longer be available, replaced by a turbocharged 1.6L boxer engine, the output power will be reduced to 161 kilowatts, but the fuel consumption performance is better. In addition, a hybrid version of the new car will also increase. The forest people carrying cash of FB20 2.0L horizontally opposed four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine is still primarily configured, the system will be fully replaced by variable speed CVT continuously variable transmission.

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Audi A6 Allroad official pictures

Recently, Audi A6 Allroad official pictures were released, which is the third generation product of Audi A6 Allroad models, the new car continued the new features of the Audi family.

Appearance, the new Audi A6 Allroad Audi family with a new design style, adding daytime running lights of the vehicle in front headlight is very sharp, straight-forward waterfall grille design, and this is the new Audi A6 Avant in the most obvious difference between appearance and, of course, from the front of the car and increasing the height of anti-friction plate we can quickly rack identification of the new Audi A6 Allroad's true identity.

Body size, the new Audi A6 Allroad the length and breadth were 4940/1900/1470mm, with a wheelbase of 2910mm, while the current model of length and breadth were 4934/1862/1519mm, with a wheelbase of 2833mm. Contrast, after we see the new A6 Allroad in body length and width increased, longer wheelbase, but a decreasing height.

Inside, the car uses primarily black, brown interior colors supplemented, by the leather wrapped seats, steering wheel movement for the three type style and with a key to facilitate the owners to operate. LCD console at the top of a collection of Audi's MMI system.

Power, the new Audi A6 Allroad were available in four power options, including a gasoline engine and three diesel engines. Gasoline engine, equipped with the 3.0TFSI engine, maximum power of 314 hp and peak torque of 440N · m, acceleration can be completed in 5.9 seconds, 8.9 liters hundred kilometers.

Diesel engine, the car equipped with the 3.0TDI engine oil, there are three adjustable power, maximum power of 207 hp, 248 hp and 317 hp and peak torque of 450N · m, 580N · m, 650N · m.

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Audi launchs cross-border car, may be named Q1

After Audi Q3, Audi's SUV models have been increased to 3, the confidence SUV and confidence market's increased indefinitely. Audi has been before hinted that it would launch a Q1 model, recently, foreign media reported that Audi is planning to launch a new cross-border model, this model will be based on the Audi A1 platform to build, we speculate that Audi is likely to Q1.

Audi Q1 imaginary map

In fact, the name Q1 is based on vehicle characteristics and the media naming convention for the time being the first Audi styling, Audi has not announced the official name of the new models. Since this derivative model is based on the A1 platform to build, then its body size and not too large, it should take the compact appearance of cross-border routes, and these brothers compared to Q3 and Q5, Q1 may be more athletic shape.

It is reported that Audi Q1 will be a variety of models are expected in addition to the five-door outside, there will be three doors, and perhaps there will be full of passion convertible. According to Audi one insider said, "We do not see other manufacturers are doing, but we are looking at the introduction of different body styles."

Audi Q1 imaginary map

Demands from the market, Audi Q1 is a product of market segments, its size is small, but the configuration luxury, small SUV's design is consistent with the current trend. As the A1 platform restrictions and vehicle positioning, this model is likely not a pure SUV.

The car is currently still in the argument, when the launch is still uncertain. The public is likely to feel the pressure of the Ford and GM, Yin Fute with GM were recently released its small SUV - Ford Ecosport and Buick Encore, and the two vehicles have made ​​the news release, so Audi also can not wait.

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Audi R8 Limousine

After ferrari 360 Modena limousine, UK Limo Broker limo / super sports car rental company will challenge another record, and create again a full controversial representative magnum opus - Audi R8 V10 stretched limo!

8 seater Audi R8 V10 limousine will carry with 528 maximum horsepower and maximum torque output of 54 kg m the original 5.2 l naturally aspirated V10 engine, eight racing seats, and unique gull doors. Audi R8 V10 to create the world's only stretched limousines have started work to complete the version of the work is expected to be released this summer.

Announced plans to build at the same time, the UK Limo Broker limo / supercar rental company also released a few Audi R8 V10 stretched limousine computer design graphics and video, let us look at what f the approximate shape of the complete work looks like.

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BMW 1 Series coupe and BMW 1 Series convertible special version on sale

On the occasion new BMW 1 Series F20 on sale, the original BMW 1 Series Coupe and 1 Series Convertible has not yet reached the time-facelift, so the original convention BMW to launch special edition cars to deal with. Both two-door or convertible models, 1 Series buyers have the Edition Exclusive and Edition Sport with options such as two kinds of exclusive, hope remains in the end product line sales performance.

Edition Exclusive emphasis on texture and shape mainly through the appearance of many chrome accessories (Chrome Line or Shadow Line), to make more eye-catching style prominent, rims are 16,17,18, three sizes available, body painting and more the Mineral Grey color and the other five regular special color. Leather interior part of the Boston-based, using Pearl Grey color with contrasting color stitching, complemented by metal threshold trim, pedals and other accessories, so that buyers sitting in the car interior feels especially different.

Edition Sport model as literally stressed that campaign, with the well known appearance of the M aero models, and Carbon Black lightweight aluminum trim ring and M models, size 17 and 18-inch two kinds, in addition to black grille , smoked tail group, etc., with the M Sports chassis enhanced ability to control movement of the suite, built on the M models as multi-function steering wheel, sports seats, top gear mainly.

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Mitsubishi Outlander 3rd Gen will be the first product of Guangzhou Automobile

Mitsubishi Motor Sales (China) Co., Ltd. Vice President Yoshinori Yamazaki told reporters recently, Mitsubishi Outlander EX Jin sector will become its new joint venture in China, the product of choice. Obviously, this is a wise choice.

In 2011, Mitsubishi sales in China reached 26,000, an increase of 12%; Outlander sales of more than one million, is the best-selling Mitsubishi cars in China. The first generation Outlander was short in Beijing Jeep production, but did not gain market acceptance. The current version of the Outlander was born in October 2005, after six load spring, will usher in the third-generation models. Mitsubishi to be a joint venture established in China, just to catch up with the pace of the birth of the third generation Outlander.

Today, the Chinese automobile market, consumers SUV models, but expect higher comfort and fuel economy; many consumers to buy SUV's just like a shell model with SUV - now go and crosses more Ridge, then the four-wheel drive functions just fancy decoration. Toyota Highlander produced only in the 3.5-liter four-wheel drive models available; to DNA cross-country proud Jeep, new products, more emphasis on urban use; a car hard to find the Volkswagen Tiguan, nine cars only four provided 4MOTION. With vertical and horizontal track and repeatedly won the Dakar Pajero PAJERO, compared with a low drag, stylish Outlander EX Jin sector more in line with the needs of Chinese users.

Said Yoshinori Yamazaki, fourth-generation Pajero PAJERO not manufactured in China. By Mitsubishi Motors joint venture with Guangzhou Automobile, Changfeng, hanging signs PAJERO Mitsubishi Pajero is the third generation model (V73); hanging signs cheetah models are purchased by the Mitsubishi PAJERO Changfeng Pajero production line and process process to create, is the second generation Pajero models PAJERO (V31/V33). The fourth-generation Pajero was born in 2006 PAJERO, currently importing the form of the Chinese market, which is three short axis V83/V87 version, V93/V97 are five full-size version.

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Mercedes-Benz SLK55 on sale at the price of $84,630 in England

Mercedes-Benz official announced in early 2012 that Mercedes-Benz SLK55 priced $84,630 in the UK.

SLK models is always very popular with young people, in addition to flexible and innovative hardtop convertible outside of the body and short wheelbase design, but also to driving the car more flexible in the mountain. The latest horsepower SLK55 with 420HP with the seven-speed gearbox Shouzi Pai, acceleration performance than ever.

It is worth mentioning that, due to the EU requirements for more stringent vehicle pollution, so the new SLK55 parts in the fuel economy improved significantly, except with the general standard, the optional part adds AMG performance package, the family suite in terms of shock absorbers, brake parts have improved. I believe the owners can look forward to bringing new SLK55 feel.

Mercedes-Benz SLK55 auto photo

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Fiat 500 Wagon will debut at Geneva Motor Show

Recently, we learned that Fiat Motor will release Fiat 500 Wagon Geneva International Motor Show 2011

It is reported that this 500 station wagon will be the first to visit the European market, on sale in the United States next year. In addition, high-performance Abarth version of the model will also be launched in the U.S. market.

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2013 Mazda MX-5 hypothetical figure exposed

A imaginary picture of 2013 Mazda MX-5  was exposed recently.

 Existing Mazda MX-5 weight is only 1100kg, while the next-generation MX-5's weight 300 kg lighter than the existing models above, this means that a new generation of the MX-5 will only 800kg curb weight around. In body weight, the next-generation MX-5 will be lighter, but with higher strength steel manufacturing vehicle chassis, and will use smaller and lighter engine displacement. This change will make the MX-5 has more outstanding driving pleasure, but also to ensure lower fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.

Power, according to the message before the new generation MX-5 will likely be used Mazda's new Sky-G gasoline engine, the displacement of 1.6L or 1.8L, with a matching 6-speed manual transmission and dual-clutch gearbox.

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Renault COO: the Joint planning with Dongfeng Motor is expected to be finalized during this year

Renault COO Carlos Tavares has expressed the final contract joint with Dongfeng Motor is expected to be signedin the year 2012.

Renault Motor's second commander Carlos Tavares said: "We are working with the Chinese government and relevant departments of the Chinese consultation, and strive to obtain permission from Renault production into China and we hope to work with China in 2012 signed a final contract, let us from the industrial level in China to strengthen ourselves. "Tavares, but did not disclose the details of the investment required data.

Renault Motor auto photo

Before the Detroit Auto Show, Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn revealed that Renault joint venture with Dongfeng Motor's vehicle in 2014 to 2016 production; while Dongfeng Motor Corporation will become the Renault car of all projects in China the only partner, and the production of cars in China will not be for export, all for the Chinese domestic market.

According to Renault official financial figures, the Group retains the free operation of the cash flow last year more than 500 million euros (6.35 billion U.S. dollars) of the target plant will provide funding support.

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Volkswagen sales 2011 in Indian market hit a record, up 109%

Volkswagen Group has announced its 2011 sales in the Indian market as 111,623, an increase of 109.3% than 2010 sales of 43,341 vehicles. Volkswagen's market share in India from 2.5% growth in 2010 to 4.9%.

Volkswagen brand sales in India in 2011 to 76,107 units, up 151%; Skoda brand sales of 30,005 units, up 49.9%; Audi brand sales of 5,511 units, an increase of 83.5%.

In 2011, Volkswagen's Chakan plant in India to produce 10 million cars, the localization of the mass productivity in India from 60% to 73%, the number of outlets from 56 to 219 upgrade.

Volkswagen India regional director John Chacko said that despite the turmoil in the Indian car market in 2011, Volkswagen is still achieved a high sales growth, the growth of production and sales data shows that more and more public recognition in the Indian market.

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2012 Lamborghini Aventador Convertible Roadster Imaginary Picture Exposed

Lamborghini Aventador convertible version will be released in Geneva International Motor Show 2012, and now the imaginary figure of the new convertible roadster has been exposed in network.

Aventador Roadster will have a maximum power output of 515 kilowatts and 690 Nm peak torque output of the convertible models. To be sure, Lamborghini will re-adjustment of the exhaust system, exhaust sound to make it down to the roof when the sound softer.

2011 Lamborghini Aventador Convertible Roadster Imaginary Picture

Lamborghini Aventador uses the latest technology to achieve a level of development of the carbon fiber monocoque chassis, which makes them have a weight of just 1575 kg. The Aventador Roadster convertible models should also be within 2.9 seconds, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h, and will be equipped with all-wheel drive system and the ISR (Independent Shifting Rods) transmission.

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2013 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo exposed

A spy shots 2013 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo exposed.

Appearance, from an imaginary figure, we found that the new 3 Series GT has a similar rear line of 5 Series GT, in addition to stylish frameless doors and other design elements. 5-Series GT's power configuration, although sharing common 5-Series, but will choose a strong driving force model, expected 3 Series GT will have his choice. BMW 5-Series introduced in the previous GT, then the 5 Series 5 Series GT is based on the build, the new 3 Series and 5 Series GT GT has a similar appearance, but lower, so that its usefulness will be playing at a discount but compared to the normal version of the 3 Series sedan is still a lot of improvement to be significant.

2013 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo

Power, the engine of the BMW 3 Series GT will follow the basic driving force F30 generation 3 Series, including BMW's newly developed 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, this engine has been equipped in the X1, 5 Series and Z4 roadster, reached its maximum 245 horsepower. Other drivers include four-cylinder and six-cylinder diesel and turbocharged straight-six petrol engine will also be provided.

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Entry-level Porsche Roadster Delayed

Given the current economic downturn in Europe, Porsche's entry-level roadster design may be temporarily stranded.

Porsche has plans to launch a new small positioning below the Boxster roadster, but according to the latest Porsche CEO Matthias Muller said, "This car will be released until the time when the new generation of consumers ready to receive it." It is speculated that Porsche would be the case and the current economic downturn in Europe is directly related.

According to previous news, Porsche's entry-level car will be build based on the center platform R & D by Audi for open-top version of Audi R4, and extensive use aluminum materials, and use a 2.5-liter horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engine.

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2013 Porsche Cayman Road Test Spy Video

2013 Porsche Cayman road tes spy video was taken by a YouTube member in the street near Stuttgart in Germany.

Porsche 911 (991) Cabriolet just released near the new Cayman, the 2 cars show in near Zuffenhausen, the Porsche headquarters.

2013 Porsche Cayman Road Test Spy Video

Power, the new 2013 Boxster and Cayman will be used Boxster S (just released not long) corresponding to the engine, transmission, suspension, including the corresponding convertible versions. Cayman 2.7 liter straight-six 265-horsepower, Cayman S 325-horsepower 3.2-liter straight six. There are reports that 2015 might be possible twin-turbo 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine instead of cash straight six.

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New 2012 Jaguar XJ price from £29,950

a low-power version of Jaguar XF 2.2-liter diesel model was launched recently,  the new car will be on sale in March 2012, the new 2012 Jaguar XJ price is from 29,950 pounds,

Configuration, the car comes standard with leather seats, touch screen, automatic air conditioning, configuration, and also equipped with a smart start-stop system. However, despite the car's power has decreased, but still its carbon dioxide emissions 149g/km, higher power version of the model with the same 2.2.

2012 Jaguar XJ auto photo

Power, the current total overseas Jaguar XF 2.2-liter diesel, 3.0-liter gasoline / diesel, 5.0-liter gasoline engine for a variety of options, including 2.2-liter diesel engine with 190 horsepower output. The increase pushed the car is equipped with a low-power version of the 2.2-liter diesel engine, maximum power of 163 horsepower, matching an eight-speed automatic transmission, you can achieve hundred mph 9.8 seconds (2.2 diesel vehicles increased power type is 8.5 seconds), top speed can reach 209 km / hour.

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