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2012 McLaren MP4-27 |
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The continuation of our
double world-champion driver line-up, further
consolidation of our
championship-winning
engineering team and a subtle, yet deep-reaching
technical update of
our car all underpin the
world-class strength, experience and ambition
that exists at Vodafone
McLaren Mercedes
ahead of the 2012 FIA Formula 1 World
Championship. |
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2012 Mazda MX-5 Special Edition |
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IRVINE, Calif. (February
2, 2012) – Mazda North American Operations
(MNAO) will unveil its 2012 MX-5 Miata Special
Edition at the upcoming 2012 Chicago Auto Show.
The limited-run model features a black-only
Power Retractable Hard Top (PRHT) – the first
time a non-body-colored hard top is available in
North America – as well as other exclusivities
such as two new exterior colors, new 17-inch
black gunmetal alloy wheels, black exterior
accents, black heated leather seats and piano
black interior finishes. |
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2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder |
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SEALY, TEXAS –
Texas-based automotive tuning company, Hennessey
Performance (HPE), has set their sights on
taking the new McLaren MP4-12C to a higher level
of performance. Today the company is introducing
their HPE800 Twin Turbo concept for the 12C. |
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Hennessey McLaren MP4-12C HPE800
Twin Turbo |
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SEALY, TEXAS –
Texas-based automotive tuning company, Hennessey
Performance (HPE), has set their sights on
taking the new McLaren MP4-12C to a higher level
of performance. Today the company is introducing
their HPE800 Twin Turbo concept for the 12C. |
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Mopar 75th Anniversary Vehicles |
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GMopar® '12 300, a custom Chrysler 300 that goes from 0 to 60
mph in the low 5- second range, is third factory-built
Mopar-badged vehicle from Chrysler Group LLC
- All-new 2013
Dodge Dart 'GTS 210 Tribute' and 2012 Fiat 500 'Stinger' get two
Mopar stage kits, highlighting appearance and performance
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2012 Mopar Jeep Compass 'True North' gets a 2-inch lift,
aggressive look and extreme personalization |
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Aston Martin V12 Zagato |
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Gaydon (27 January 2012 ) -- Aston Martin will debut the
first production V12 Zagato at the Kuwait Concours d' Elegance
on 15-18 February. The Kuwait Concours d'Elegance, in its third
successive year, is the only event of its type
in the Middle East and plays host to some of the
world's finest automotive art from over 19
countries. Having gone from strength to strength
in the past two years, this event has become the
earliest of its type in what is considered by
car connoisseurs as 'the season'. |
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2012 Mini Roadster |
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Woodcliff Lake, NJ –
January 27, 2012... The driving fun sewn into
the fabric of every MINI can now be enjoyed with
the roof up or down in the first convertible
model from the brand designed strictly for two
people. The MINI Roadster, the sixth model in
the British premium carmaker's current line-up,
gives the small car segment another innovative
shot in the arm. |
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2012 Dodge Ram Laramie Limited |
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More than half of clients who specified a Rolls-Royce Ghost
in 2011 turned to bespoke personalisation. The service, which
includes anything from the application of unique paint colours,
coach lines and tread plates to whole vehicle designs featuring
champagne sets, humidors and picnic cabinets, helped drive
Rolls-Royce to record sales last year. |
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Rolls-Royce Ghost bespoke program |
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More than half of clients who specified a Rolls-Royce Ghost
in 2011 turned to bespoke personalisation. The service, which
includes anything from the application of unique paint colours,
coach lines and tread plates to whole vehicle designs featuring
champagne sets, humidors and picnic cabinets, helped drive
Rolls-Royce to record sales last year. |
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BMW M Performance Automobiles |
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New
BMW M GmbH product range based on current BMW models; BMW M
Performance Automobiles complement the model family with their
clear focus on sports performance combined with unrestricted
everyday usability and outstanding efficiency; new product
category launches with four models: BMW M550d xDrive Sedan, BMW
M550d xDrive Touring, BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d. |
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2013 BMW X6 |
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Woodcliff Lake, NJ –
January 25, 2012... BMW today revealed the first
images and information about the newly updated
2013 BMW X6 Sports Activity Coupe which arrives
in US BMW Centers this spring. The world's first
ever Sports Activity Coupe stills offers a
unique combination of sporty dynamics,
versatility and unmatched character. Select
design updates and innovative features further
hone the profile of the new BMW X6 as a
distinctive model within the premium segment of
all-wheel-drive vehicles. |
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
Production-Intent |
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Doha/Qatar, 23rd January
2012 – The legendary European manufacturer takes
part in Qatar Motor Show for the second time,
presenting an exclusive and uniquely coloured
model of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport,
which is the fastest, most powerful and most
luxurious open top car in the world. |
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2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
Convertible |
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Doha/Qatar, 23rd January
2012 – The legendary European manufacturer takes
part in Qatar Motor Show for the second time,
presenting an exclusive and uniquely coloured
model of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport,
which is the fastest, most powerful and most
luxurious open top car in the world. |
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2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
Convertible |
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DETROIT – Chevrolet announced today the brand's
most-powerful convertible ever – the 2013 Camaro ZL1 – will
debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show next month. When it goes on
sale in late 2012, it will deliver more performance and
technology than many exotic cars and ultra-luxury convertibles. |
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2013
Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible |
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Chevrolet unveiled the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427
Convertible Collector Edition - the fastest, most capable
convertible in Corvette's history - as well as a 60th
Anniversary Package that will be available on all 2013 Corvette
models. |
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2013
Porsche Boxster |
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ATLANTA, January 12,
2012 – Never before in the history of the
Porsche Boxster has a change of generation been
so comprehensive. The open-top two-seat car
receives an entirely new lightweight body and a
completely revamped chassis. |
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2013
Nissan GTR |
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Nissan North America,
Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the
2013 Nissan GT-R, which is on sale now at Nissan
dealers nationwide. Following a major revision
just last year, the 2013 Nissan GT-R receives a
number of impressive performance enhancements,
reinforcing the flagship supercar's spirit of
continuous advancement. |
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2013
Shelby GT500 development car |
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DEARBORN, Mich.,
Jan. 18, 2012 – Ford is giving muscle car
enthusiasts a rare opportunity to bid on the
racetrack durability car used to develop the
2013 Shelby GT500 production Mustang. The car
will be auctioned at the 41st Annual
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in
Scottsdale, Ariz., on Saturday, Jan. 21. |
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2012
Mini Bayswater |
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Both
special-edition models will be produced over a
limited period and offered for sale worldwide.
The MINI Baker Street can be ordered in MINI
One, MINI Cooper, MINI One D and MINI Cooper D
guise, while the MINI Bayswater is available as
a MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S, MINI Cooper D and
MINI Cooper SD. |
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Ford
F-150 Roush Performance |
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Among the new
engines are two new beefy V-8's. ROUSH has
developed new ROUSHcharger supercharger systems
for both the 6.2L and the 5.0L V-8 powertrains.
Both the 6.2L and 5.0L supercharger systems will
be available as a non-calibrated TUNER kit and a
ROUSH calibrated kit. |
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2012
BMW 3 Series |
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Woodcliff
Lake, NJ – October 14, 2011 11:15 am EDT ...
With the announcement of the sixth generation
BMW 3 Series Sedan, the benchmark by which all
sport sedans are measured just got raised. |
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Jaguar
C-X16 concept |
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C-X16 is a bold statement of
Jaguar's future design and
technological intent
A compact, rear-wheel drive,
two-seater, with a true sporting
character, underpinned by
immensely strong aluminium
architecture – perfect 50:50
weight distribution |
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Alfa
Romeo 4C Concept |
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After its international public
debut at the Geneva Motor Show
last April, the Alfa 4C Concept
will be exhibited at the 64th
International Motor Show in
Frankfurt next month in a new
and exclusive 'fluid metal'
exterior colour that dynamically
enhances the smooth and sinuous
lines of the car. |
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Ferrari
458 Spider |
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Maranello, 23rd August 2011 –
The new 458 Spider joins the 458
Italia, widening the range of
Ferrari's mid-rear engined V8s
and offering the same
uncompromising technological
solutions, handling and
performance in a refined
open-top configuration. It is
equipped with a Ferrari
patented, fully retractable hard
top, a world first for a sports
car with this lay-out. |
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Porsche
991 |
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Expect to see
power come from either a 3.4-liter flat-six in
the Carrera that is good for 350 hp and 280
lb-ft of torque – the red car in the photos. The
Carrera S should pack a 400-hp 3.8-liter
flat-six that churns out 325 lb-ft of torque. |
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2012
Porsche GT3 Cup |
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Stuttgart. It is the most
successful race car on earth: The Porsche 911
GT3 Cup. With over 2,200 units sold, it is the
undisputed number one amongst customer racing
teams all over the world. Now, the new 911 GT3
Cup features a 100-litre FT3 safety fuel tank,
which is filled via an opening in the front
bonnet. |
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2012
Mazda CX-5 softroader |
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Mazda Motor Corporation will
hold the world premiere of its all-new Mazda
CX-5 compact crossover SUV at the 2011 Frankfurt
Motor Show on Tuesday, 13 September. |
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2012
Audi TT RS |
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The return of the heralded Audi
RS line to the American
performance car scene officially
launched when Forth Worth Audi
in Texas delivered the first
2012 Audi TT RS in the U.S. to
veteran race car driver Don
Istook. |
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2012
Mercedes C63 Black Series |
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MONTVALE, NJ – Spectacular
design, technology transferred
from the world of motorsport and
the very best in driving
dynamics; the new 2012 Mercedes-
Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series
represents the new AMG brand
claim, Driving Performance, like
no other AMG model. |
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Ferrari
458 Italian Grand Am |
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Maranello, 18 July – the 458
Italia Grand Am was given its
track baptism today at the
Fiorano circuit. The car has
been developed in conjunction
with Michelotto Automobili,
based on the GT3 version of the
V8 Ferrari berlinetta, with the
aim of racing in the famous
North American series. |
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Audi
A5 DTM |
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Model change
in the DTM: From 2012 on, Audi will bank on the
A5 in the most popular international touring car
racing series. The coupe, which is internally
named "R17," will replace the four-door A4 DTM
with which Audi has won the prestigious DTM
title four times since 2004. |
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2012
Audi A5 |
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The A5 models are now more
distinctive than ever. The rear
lights and the headlights have
been redesigned and are
optionally available in xenon
plus technology with homogenous
LED daytime running lights. New
colors and materials accentuate
the interior, and many details
of the operating concept have
been fine-tuned. |
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Spada
Codatronca Monza |
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After the last
track tests to find the right set-up of May and
June, Spada Codatronca Monza is ready to show
herself to press. |
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Brabus
800 E V12 Cabriolet |
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Like its brethren, the BRABUS E V12 Cabriolet is a
high-performance automobile of
superlatives: the special model
reaches a top speed of up to 370
km/h (231 mph) and is the
world's most powerful and
fastest four-seater cabriolet.
It is built to order starting at
EUR 478,000. |
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2012
BMW 3 Series M Sport Edition |
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The BMW 3
Series Coupé and BMW 3 Series Convertible will
put an even more stylish foot forward in Edition
Exclusive trim. A particularly eye-catching
feature of this package are the 18-inch V-spoke
light-alloy wheels painted in Space Grey. |
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Audi
R8 V8 Limited Edition |
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R8
V8 Limited Edition available to
order from July in coupe form
only and with either manual or R
tronic automated manual
transmission priced from £93,935
OTR - first UK deliveries in
October. |
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BMW
M3 CRT |
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Carbon Racing Technology: BMW M
GmbH factory produces a
limited-edition high-performance
sports car based on the BMW M3
Saloon – Innovative use of
carbon-fibre reinforced plastic
minimises weight –
Weight-to-power ratio: 3.5
kilograms per horsepower. |
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BMW
Dealer Asking 40K Over Sticker - BMW 1M Coupe |
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Check out the
pictures on the right and have a great laugh for
yourself. The sheet displayed on the car is
showing MSRP of $54,635 plus the $40,000 over
MSRP for a grand total of $94,635. Anyone
interested in buying one of these beauties
should wait a few weeks for things to cool off. |
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Mini
John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance |
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Racing car
celebrates world premiere in 24-hour race at the
Nürburgring-Nordschleife. Motor sport is in the
MINI genes. And now the carmaker is set to add a
new chapter to its racing heritage with the
arrival of the MINI John Cooper Works Coupé
Endurance. |
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Audi
A1 by Senner Tuning |
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To
be the family Benjamin may be
advantageous, but it has also
its disadvantages. While the
whole attention is given to the
youngest family member at first,
he will have problems in future
to stand the pace with his
already established brothers.
Not so the Audi A1, especially
in version 1.4 TFSI S-Tronic. At
first, it gives an impression of
handiness and agility. |
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2012
Mini Cooper Coupe |
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Woodcliff
Lake, NJ – June 20, 2011... MINI is expanding
its product family with the launch of a model
geared squarely to maximizing driving fun. The
MINI Coupe indulges the keen driver with a level
of agility unmatched in the small car segment,
along with a unique body and interior concept
and the brand's customary commitment to premium
levels of design, quality, equipment and
personalization. |
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2011
Lexus LS 460 Touring |
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TORRANCE,
Calif. (June 17, 2011) – Lexus today announced
the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
of $73,000 for the 2011 LS 460 Touring Edition
(rear wheel drive model) which will arrive at
dealerships in late June/early July. The MSRP
does not include a delivery, processing and
handling fee of $875. |
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2012
BMW M5 |
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• Fifth
generation of the world's most successful
high-performance saloon in the premium segment
of the executive class; new BMW M5 is an
exceptionally dynamic high-performance sports
car with four doors and five seats; |
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2012
Renault Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy |
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Mégane Renaultsport 265 Trophy –
fastest ever roadgoing Renault
revealed ahead of world debut at
World Series by Renault,
Nurburgring next weekend
15hp more than current Mégane
Renaultsport 250. |
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2012
VW Beetle Black Turbo Launch Edition |
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2012 Black Turbo Launch Edition
Beetle is Only Available Vehicle
Through VPO Program
- Easy Ordering Process
- Pre-order Customers Have Early
Access to Great Financing
- $495 Reservation Fee Goes
Toward Final Purchase, with "No
Hassle" Refund Policy
- A First for the Automotive
Industry, the Amazon E-Commerce
Platform is Used by VWoA to
Administer the Program. |
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2012
Buick LaCrosse eAssist |
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DETROIT –The 2012 Buick LaCrosse
with eAssist™, which is expected
to deliver 25 percent better
highway fuel economy than the
current model, will be priced
starting at $29,960 before an
$860 destination charge. |
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Honda
Performance Development CR-Z |
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At
this year's Le Mans 24 Hours
endurance race, Honda's CR-Z
hybrid coupe will feature in a
special exhibition ("Le Mans
vers le Futur") looking at the
future of the legendary event. |
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2012
BMW 1 Series |
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Vauxhall's mid-size coupe
challenger available to order
from today
- Dramatic design will set it
apart from rivals – as will
sub-£18.5k entry price!
- Driver-focused chassis layout
derived from Insignia VXR and
fine-tuned in the UK
- World debut at next month's
Goodwood Festival, reflecting UK
market's dominance |
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2012
BMW 1 Series |
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• The new BMW
1 Series: the second generation of this
pioneering premium compact range. Still the only
rear-wheel-drive model in its class. Even more
sporty and fuel-efficient than before, and
significantly more comfortable and spacious.
Outstanding interior and exclusive features,
occupying a distinctive niche within its
segment. Unique combination of premium-quality
handling, aesthetics and innovative technology. |
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2012
Audi R8 GT Spyder |
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Even lighter,
even more powerful, even more captivating: The
Audi R8 GT Spyder delivers breathtaking
performance. The open-top flagship version of
the high-performance sports car develops 412 kW
(560 hp) and – thanks to Audi ultra – has
trimmed a full 85 kilograms (187.39 lb) from an
already low weight. The R8 GT Spyder accelerates
from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.8 seconds
and reaches a top speed of 317 km/h (196.97 mph) |
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Volkswagen
Golf R Cabriolet |
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Wolfsburg /
Reifnitz, 02 June 2011 - Volkswagen has
travelled to the largest GTI Meet in the world
at Wörthersee with an entire fleet of new
models, concept cars and accessory highlights.
After revealing the new Golf GTI Edition 35 in a
world debut, the company that invented the GTI
will be pulling the veils off some other secret
projects of a sporty nature. |
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2012
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster |
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AMG is presenting a new
dream-car: the 2012MY SLS AMG
Roadster. This super sports car
thrills with a perfect
combination of open-top driving
pleasure, outstanding driving
dynamics and sophisticated
lightweight construction. The
2012 SLS AMG Roadster will make
its U.S. debut in Fall 2011. |
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2012
Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec |
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Hyundai Motor America has
announced prices for its
refreshed 2012 Genesis sports
sedan, starting at $34,200 for a
well-equipped 333-horsepower V6
and $46,500 for the new
429-horsepower 5.0 R-Spec model.
The 2012 Genesis is on sale now. |
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Mini
Cooper S Red Mudder by Dsquared |
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Munich/Vienna.
Dean and Dan Caten, better known as the Canadian
designer duo DSQUARED², today unveil their
exclusive Life Ball MINI 2011 in Vienna. The
twin brothers refashioned their MINI Cooper S to
ensure that it would be armed for adventures of
all kinds. |
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Mercedes
GL Grand Edition |
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Stuttgart –
Even more visually expressive and with an even
more elegant and comfortable interior,
Mercedes-Benz presents the new GL-Class "Grand
Edition". This distinctive, new special edition
of the off-roader comes as standard with a level
of spaciousness and comfort that is on a par
with a luxury saloon. |
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Endora
SC-1 |
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MUNICH –
Presenting the brand-new SC-1 Endora-Cars®
Germany proves what might be the best synergy of
dynamic, elegance, individualism and lifestyle
yet. |
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2012
Audi A6 Avant |
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Audi is
launching the next generation of the A6 Avant,
the most successful business-class station wagon
in Europe. The new model presents the brand's
full array of progressive technological
expertise. |
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Nissan
370Z GT Edition |
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- Special
limited edition race-themed Coupé
- Three special body colour choices, side
stripes and darkened 19" alloy wheels
- Suspension changes to enhance ride comfort,
high speed handling |
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Lamborghini
Aventador LP760-2 Oakley Design |
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Following
international acclaim for their finely honed
Ferrari 458, Porsche GT2, GT3 and Panamera
conversions, Oakley Design is now proud to
announce their tuning programme for the
Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador. |
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2011
Kia Sorento SX |
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Sportage - LX,
EX
# Exterior: Standard 17-inch alloy wheels (LX;
previously optional)
Interior
# Available UVO in-car hands-free entertainment
and communication system package (optional EX
and SX) |
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Porsche
911 Carrera 4 GTS |
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ATLANTA - May
12, 2011 - Building on the well-received 911
Carrera GTS with its extra power, visual panache
and extensive extras for an attractive price,
Porsche today announced the 911 Carrera 4 GTS. |
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Dartz
Prombron Nagel |
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Dartz Prombron'
and Gray Design are pleased to announce the
release of the 2012 Dartz Prombron' Nagel - the
worlds first armored Sportback, designed for
pulling yachts. |
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Volkswagen
Golf GTI 35 Edition |
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Wolfsburg, 09
May 2011 - The 35th Anniversary of the Golf GTI,
Volkswagen is to achieve for the occasion, an
anniversary model of the ordinary. The special
model is available from the 12th May, under the
label "Edition 35" in Germany ordered. |
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2012
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition |
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The
330-horsepower Cayman S Black Edition limited to
500 units worldwide ATLANTA – May 6, 2011 –
Following on the heels of the recently announced
911 and Boxster S Black Editions, Porsche
introduces a new, sporty and limited edition
Cayman S arriving late this summer. |
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2012
Honda Civic Hybrid |
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The all-new
2012 Honda Civic Hybrid combines the
sophistication of the Civic Sedan with the
latest version of the Honda Integrated Motor
Assist (IMA®) hybrid drivetrain. |
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2011
Alfa Romeo MiTo |
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A significantly revised MiTo range will shortly
become available through Alfa Romeo's 52-strong
UK dealer network.
The Italian sporting car manufacturer, |
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Porsche
Panamera Diesel |
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- Panamera
appeal widens with introduction of Diesel
variant
- Impressive efficiency without compromising
sporting performance
- On sale August 2011 – priced from £62,134 |
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2011
DTM Mercedes C63 AMG safety car |
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Affalterbach –
The new C 63 AMG is being used as the Safety Car
for the 2011 DTM season. Following the DTM
presentation in Wiesbaden on 10 April 2011, the
new Safety Car will make its debut on 1 May 2011
at the opening race of the German Touring Car
Masters season at the Hockenheimring in
Baden-Württemberg. |
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Monza, 10 April – On the same card at the Monza National circuit as the opening round of this season's Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli, featuring the new 458 Challenge car, there was another significant track debut, that of the Ferrari 458 Italia GT3. |
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Caterham
Supersport |
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Caterham Cars'
first brand new addition to the world-renowned
Seven range in two years – the Supersport – is
one of the purest versions yet of the iconic
British sportscar. |
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2012
BMW M5 Concept |
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Nearly 25 years ago, US enthusiasts were
introduced to the concept of the true
performance/luxury sedan, the veritable "wolf in
a business suit". A car which offered the
driving comfort experienced in a premium sedan
and the handling characteristics of a
high-performance sports car that can only be
described by one single unmistakable model
designation - BMW M5. |
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