2012 Ford Focus Wagon

March 4, 2010
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Ford’s Derrick Kuzak and John Fleming has just revealed big news about the new 2012 global Focus. Kuzak revealed that plans are already in the works for an EcoBoost-powered global performance Focus – and for the first time – Fleming unveiled the 2012 Ford Focus wagon.

The wagon features the same kinetic design language found on the Ford Fiesta and new Focus sedan and hatchback models that were introduced in North America.

Fleming explained that the C-segment in Europe comprises five million annual units – with the wagon comprising roughly one-third of those sales. In some countries, like Germany and Italy, wagons make up over half of the market share. “Wagon customers…

Lumma CLR 700GT Based On Porsche Panamera

March 4, 2010
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It was only last October that Lumma Design announced a comprehensive tuning package for the Porsche Panamera was in development. And now, Lumma will finally debut their creation at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

Covered with a heavy dose of carbon fiber and Kevlar, the GT from Zuffenhausen is equipped with a full wide body aero kit consisting of a front bumper fascia with integrated LED wings, upper and lower fender extensions, two-tone side skirts, rear door wheel-house extensions, quarter panel extensions, rear lid spoiler with aluminum mounting arms and rear bumper fascia with rear diffuser all made of carbon fiber.

The GT will also be fitted with forged three-piece Racing Edition…

Shelby To Auction Serial Number 350 2011 Mustang GT350

March 4, 2010
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Shelby and Ford Motor Company’s partnership has resulted in some of the most iconic sports cars ever produced. Shelby and Ford’s latest creation and tribute to original GT350 that was first produced for the public in 1966—the 2011 GT350—is set to go for auction to the general public in the first week of April.

Collectors around the world have long placed added value in unique production numbers, and it will likely be no different with the 2011 Shelby GT350 Mustang as the automaker has announced that it will be auctioning the 2011 Shelby GT350 wearing serial number 350.

The serial number won’t be the only thing unique about the GT350 Mustang up…

2010 Gumpert Apollo Sport Upgrades To Appear In Geneva

March 2, 2010
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The sports car manufacturer Gumpert will be presenting its newest power package for the Apollo Sport in Geneva. Two versions of the car will be shown. Along with the presentation, the company will also announce at the event its intention to start building right-hand-drive models for international export.

The Gumpert vehicle gained more power out of the previous 515kW (700 PS / 690 hp) engine by optimizing the ECU and improving its cooling systems. As a result, power increased to 552kW (750 PS / 740 hp), which is more than 132 kW (180 PS/ 178 hp) liter.

For the exterior, the front and rear ends have been redesigned primarily for improved aerodynamics…

Pagani Zonda Tricolore Special Edition

March 2, 2010
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With the nearing end of the Zonda’s lifecycle, Pagani decides to send out the aging supercar off with one more special edition, the Pagani Ticolore. This special edition is designed as a tribute to the Italian air force.

The Italian automaker based the Tricolore on the Pagani Cinque. As the name suggests, the Tricolore sports the red, white and green stripes of the Italian flag. It also has a semi-transparent blue paint job, leaving the carbon fiber weave underneath visible.

The Tricolore is powered by a 7.3L V12 engine generating 678 horsepower. The sprint from 0-62 takes just 3.4 seconds, with the reverse trip – 62-0 – taking an equally impressive 2.1…

TechArt Concept One Based On Porsche Panamera

March 2, 2010
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TechArt will finally be presenting its Concept One design study at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The study is based on the Porsche Panamera and offers individualization programmes that will surely make the car standout among the rest.

TechArt seamlessly integrated pieces into a main bodywork for a factory look, just like what they did on the front apron with integrated air inlets that also serve to provide a better air flow for the intercoolers. Fenders and side skirts integrate easily with the wheel arches while at the rear the height-adjustable spoiler goes well with the diffuser and four tailpipes. Rounding off are 22-inch forged light alloy wheels in a dull…

Revised Skoda Fabia And Roomster Previewed

March 2, 2010
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Skoda Auto releases the first photos of the facelift Skoda Fabia and Roomster. The cars are part of the automaker’s smallest product line.

The new look of the Fabia and the Roomster is highlighted by the new radiator grille and 3-D shaped headlamps. Both of the cars will also be modernized with new aluminum wheels, decorative hubcaps and paint colors.

The Fabia, along with the Fabia Combi and the Roomster will get a number of technological improvements along with the new face, as well as state-of-the-art and mostly supercharged engines. There will be seven new engines to be offered in both petrol and diesel versions. They include a 1.2 HTP worth 44kW…

Honda 3R-C Concept Geneva-Bound

March 2, 2010
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Honda is scheduled to introduce its one-person 3R-C concept to the public at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The battery electric-powered single-seater previews how mobility problems in urban areas might be solved using clean technologies.

Created by European designers at Honda’s Research and Design facility in Milan, the three-wheel 3R-C sports a clear canopy that covers the driver’s/ rider’s seat when it’s parked. The canopy then becomes a shield when the vehicle is in motion. While it won’t rival an Accord Tourer for luggage space, a lockable boot area up front provides some form of storage for small items.

Besides the 3R-C, another Honda vehicle is set to make its European debut…

Audi R8 Spyder 4.2 FSI To Be Released By 2011

March 2, 2010
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Audi will try to make its R8 Spyder range more obtainable by offering it with a new powertrain. Joining the standard 5.2 liter V10 is the 4.2 liter V8 engine. The latter will offer a lower price for the convertible model. Like its fixed-roof counterpart, the R8 Spyder 4.2 FSI will be producing 420 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque with its new engine. Customers will be able to choose between Audi’s R tronic semi-automatic and a conventional six-speed manual.

Set to wear the Audi R8 Spyder 4.2 FSI nameplate—following the format already laid out by the R8 Spyder 5.3 FSI—the eight-cylinder drop top is set to hit the market by…

Mansory Rolls Royce Ghost To Debut in Geneva

March 2, 2010
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Mansory has just released photos of their version of the Rolls Royce Ghost prior to its Geneva debut. The German tuners painted the vehicle in gold and blue, which will surely appeal to customers from United Arab Emirates, Middle East, and parts of Eastern Europe.

The performance upgrade includes a bump on the horsepower, which is up by over 26% to 720 PS (530 kW / 710 hp) from the standard 570 PS (420 kW / 562 hp), and torque is increased from 780 (575 lb-ft) Nm to 1,020 Nm (752 lb-ft). All of these, thanks to the larger turbos, a sports manifold, new catalysts, and a remapped computer.

With all these…

Mercedes Sport Body Styling Accessories Program Announced

March 2, 2010
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Mercedes-Benz is planning to introduce their newest set of modifications, the Mercedes Sport program, for their line of cars. The modification program will be first available on the E-Class Cabrio, Coupe, Estate, and Saloon after the aero kit is introduced in Geneva next week.

Included in the Mercedes Sport program are the striking eighteen-inch light alloy wheels in glossy black and silver. New front aprons, front spoiler, and matching side skirts are available as well as roof and deckled spoilers.  The new rear apron looks like it includes a cosmetic diffuser. As these items are add-ons, there’s no need to a replace the original body parts.

Sports brakes with grey calipers and…

Audi R8 Carbon Limited Edition by Prior Design

March 2, 2010
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Prior Design has just finished another set of upgrade for the Audi R8, the Audi R8 Carbon Limited Edition. This time though, the German tuners opted not to touch the car’s engine. Instead they focused on the aerodynamics of the Audi R8.

Starting at the façade of the car, they installed a lower lip spoiler with a center fin and two smaller air intakes on the sides. A rounded hood with carbon-fiber inlets has also been added, as well as new side skirts. The redesigned rear bumper was constructed with a carbon-fiber diffuser.  For this version, the car rides on 9 by 20 front and 11.5 by 20 custom rear wheels.

Modifications…

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