Aston Martin V12 Zagato

Aston Martin has released the first official image of the V12 Zagato road version. The well-known "custom-" Anglo-Italian will be built in just 150 copies in the mid of 2012. Virtually hand assembled with extensive use of aluminum and carbon fiber, using the 6-liter V12 from 510 hp and is to commemorate the 50 years of the DB4 GT Zagato, the first sport created by combining the English brand with the signing of Italian design.

• Aston Martin Zagato road car revealed (25/08/2011)
• Monterey: Aston Martin shows off V12 Zagato, announces U.S. sales program (18/08/2011)
• Aston Martin to produce 150 Zagato V12s at US$530,000 each (09/07/2011)
• Aston Martin to offer 150 examples of the V12 Zagato at £330,000 apiece (08/07/2011)
• Official: Aston Martin will produce the V12 Zagato, costs £330k (07/07/2011)

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Renault Clio Gordini

Renault presents the new Clio Gordini. Derived from Clio GT it replaces, the new layout will be available with 3 and 5 door body and 128 hp 1.6 16V petrol engine and 1.5 dCi 105 hp. The changes are inspired by those of Gordini RS version, which has seen a great success, with 27% of total sales of the RS model at a European level, combining sportiness and elegance of style.

The car will be available in several European markets, including Italy. In France, the price will be between 18,450 and 21,350 euros. The car will offer carattetistiche contrasting color stripe on the bonnet and roof, looking Turini 16 "diamond-cut finish, interior in dark fabric and stitching in contrasting color, leather steering wheel with silver strip for the reference location, sports pedals, coatings glossy black, custom floor mats, dual twin exhaust, fog lamps, aero kit, automatic climate control, audio system with steering wheel controls, satellite navigation and cruise control.

Zagato Aston Martin V12: 150 specimens confirmed to over 400,000 Euros

Aston Martin has confirmed on the Facebook page about the V12 Zagato production. The new super sports car will be built in only 150 copies, with an estimated retail price of £ 330,000.

V12 Zagato (this is the final name, without "Vantage") proposes the handmade aluminum body with carbon fiber parts while there is more information about the 6-liter V12 engine: it may be proposed in the more powerful 510 hp and 570 Nm of torque currently offered on the V12 Vantage.

• Aston Martin subtly confirms production for V12 Zagato (03/07/2011)
• Aston Martin V12 Zagato will enter in production? (02/07/2011)
• Датчанин придумал суперкар Aston Martin (02/07/2011)
• Aston Martin V12 Zagato returns for ultimate showdown at the Nürburgring [w/video] (23/06/2011)
• Aston Martin V12 Vantage Zagato: new images from Nurburgring (24/06/2011)

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AC Schnitzer BMW X3

AC Schnitzer presents the new accessories for the BMW X3. The aerodynamic kit includes sports bumper, side skirts and rear spoiler with chrome accents, while a key role is played by alloy wheels available in sizes from 18 to 22 "are offered in different designs Forged Type VIII, Type VI and Type IV with bi-colored or silver colors.

To confirm its commitment, AC Schnitzer has released a video of the frontal crash tests for pedestrians, thus demonstrating the validity of its products. At a technical level, to signal the electronic module to bring the X3 20d 184 to 218 hp, while still in preparations similar kits for other engines.

Honda CR-V 2012: first official teaser

Honda first introduced the enigmatic teaser of the new CR-V, destined to debut in autumn 2011, through a dedicated page of their official website. The crossover time Japanese will change radically in the cockpit and exterior design, but by the time Honda did not want to show any image. The site makes no reference to the international fair is chosen for the debut logical to think in Frankfurt, or Tokyo later this year.

• Honda CR-Z Mugen Concept (21/06/2011)
• Honda and Toyota getting outgunned in U.S. (14/06/2011)
• Honda Jazz price may witness a downturn (17/06/2011)
• Honda India sells 2334 units in May 2011 (11/06/2011)
• 2012 Honda CR-V speculated to have third row (28/05/2011)

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Car News: Last week's highlights

BMW M5 sedan Monaco surprised the powerful design, power and road presence. The style follows closely the stylistic features of the house adding a touch of malice and determination of typical Motorpsort products. Under the hood is a twin-turbo V8 that sends retired the ancient aspirated V10.

The sound is certainly not the same, but compared to 72 hp and maximum torque of an ocean in more fuel consumption and emissions go down significantly. An entirely different category, the Toyota Yaris, designed as a global product for a consumer to the more varied than ever. The new small by the Japanese giant has a new design but not distorted, and interior architecture with a fresher and more modern equipment.

Lotus Esprit will offer the feeling most of the McLaren MP4-12C

Dany Bahar Lotus and are not afraid of comparative advertising and describing the new Esprit, expected in 2013 as a true supercar, capable of taking on rivals such as Italy and Ferrari 458 McLaren MP4-12C. Just with respect to attacking British, according to reports from Autocar, Bahar believes that Esprit will give that character and the emotion behind the wheel that are missing on the MP4-12C

• Lotus to go in-house, upmarket with new V8 for upcoming Esprit? (13/06/2011)
• McLaren hoping to benefit from blown exhaust ban (16/06/2011)
• Button denies wanting long-term McLaren deal (15/06/2011)
• Lewis Hamilton plays down meeting with Red Bull and says a winning car will keep him at McLaren (15/06/2011)
• McLaren's Hamilton 'was in the wrong place at the wrong time' (14/06/2011)

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New BMW M5 F10

Officially presented the new BMW M5, F10 initials of the project, providing all the technical details and a gallery of over 120 high risuluzione images. The fifth-generation M5 sedan immediately shows its claws with its new 4.4-liter V8 Turbo TwinPower (maximum pressure 1.5 bar) with direct injection and Valvetronic, which delivers 560 hp between 6000 and 7000 rpm with maximum torque of 680 Nm virtually flat from 1500 to 5750 rpm, combined with M-DCT dual-clutch gearbox 7 gears with paddles on the steering wheel, 3 programming modes D1, D2 and D3 in automatic and three manual version in S1, S2 and S3: the latter turning off the DSC also allows to access the Lauch Control.

Volkswagen Beetle Turbo Black Edition Launch

Volkswagen of America has opened bookings Lauch Beetle Turbo Black Edition, a version of the limited edition of 600 copies that U.S. customers can order with a deposit of $ 495. The car is offered at a price of 24,950 dollars excluding taxes, of approximately 17,400 Euro at current exchange rates and is based on version 2.0 TSI 200 hp Turbo Diesel with DSG and sports suspension.

Only available in black pearl, polished alloy rims, dedicated graphics and interior trim in carbon fiber, will be delivered from the month of September. Only for the American market, Volkswagen has introduced a new entry-level version of the Beetle with the old 5-cylinder 2.5-liter naturally aspirated 170 hp, which will be offered at an introductory price of U.S.

BMW M3 Frozen Black Edition

BMW launches, only for the United States, the M3 Frozen Black Edition, a limited series of 20 specimens that replicates the work already done with the edition Frozen Gray, literally built in 30 copies sold out in just 12 minutes: the main dish is in fact the matte black paint combined with alloy wheels 19 "black and shiny black front grilles.

The car offers a series total Novillo leather interior with red stitching, color also taken up by the brake calipers, interior panels in carbon fiber, the DCT dual-clutch gearbox and the Competition package with lowered suspension and specific calibration electronics management , iDrive system with USB connections, plus a series of technical accessories and beauty from the individual catalog.

Mini: 10 models for the next generation

If the current Mini range seems very large, be prepared for new surprises in the future. With the imminent presentation of versions 2 seats, you can count on the Mini hatch variants, Clubman, Countryman, convertible, coupe and spider, but according to Norbert Reithofer there is room to do much more with the Mini brand.

In an interview with Whatcha ', the head of the Mini brand has in fact confirmed the investment of 500 million pounds for its plant in Oxford, in view of the next generation of Mini products expected in 2013, and added that the new platform will allow UK to create a family of over 10 models.

ZF: the first features of the new nine-relationship 9HP

From 2013 will introduce the new ZF gearbox 9HP nine reports, intended for cars with transverse engine and front wheel drive Chrysler and Dodge vehicles including the new generation. As reported by the same technicians, 9HP reduces fuel consumption by 16% compared to a conventional automatic gearbox six speeds and can interface with a Start & Stop system, while the limits of maximum torque and minimum range between 280 and 480 Nm Each buyer can then use different settings and to establish operating modes depending on the car on which it is mounted.

Ford B-Max: debut at Geneva 2012

According to information gathered by colleagues Autosblog. fr at a press event, the production version of the B-Max will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but only in March 2012 at the Geneva Motor Show. The compact MPV, which will fit other models as the new home of the 3-cylinder 1-liter EcoBoost, will therefore not be the star of the international German, where, however, is expected to "surprise".

Car Express News: The highlights of last week

Week full of news that just ended to attract the most attention were the Audi and BMW. The latter has announced the next generation of Series 1: a car with a technically flawless and that the motor compartment placed at the top of his class. Technologically very advanced, the German hatchback was still highly criticized for his style retained, by almost all of our community, not up to expectations.

Ferrari P4 / 5 competition: a model incoming traffic?

The Ferrari P4 / 5 by James Glickenhaus competition could turn into a sports car road in limited numbers. The supercar sought by American collectors, ideally derived from the prototype in a single P4 / 5 (a born again suoa based Ferrari Enzo), was until now considered only as a "dream" of the owner, decided to race it at his own expense in competitions such as the 24 Hours of Nurburgring.

The project has reached a crossroads, however, since a dispute regulation do not allow the vehicle to express their potential. The car would have to be equipped with a system of active aerodynamics, to find the right balance between very good grip in the corners and the lack of speed on the straights the car now charge.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage Zagato: new official image

Aston Martin has released a new image of the V12 Vantage Zagato, in a version equipped with aerodynamic devices with which they will present at the start of a 4 hour VLN race in next weekend and, above all, the 24 Hours of Nurburgring next month. The car debuted with great fanfare at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, but without these showy appendages, earning the award immediately Design Award.

Volkswagen Tiguan facelift: new pictures and official data

Volkswagen spreads new details about the new Tiguan, underwent a makeover after 700,000 units produced four years of business careers. The Tiguan is available from the month of August 2011, was renewed in design and technical content and continues to offer two versions of Track & Style and Sport & Style, dedicated respectively to the mixed use and road and off road .

Tiguan introduces a number of new electronic safety systems such as the Fatigue Detection to check the driver's attention and indicate the need for a break, the active control of dynamic bi-xenon headlights, Lane Assist to overcome the line centerline and the XDS electronic limited-slip differential.

Car Express News: The highlights of last week

This past week has been really full of news, road tests and beautiful custom-built. We then provide a short review that lists the best of what we saw in the last 7 days. Were the three "one-off" revealed: the first was the Aston Martin V12 Vantage created by Zagato, who yesterday also won the Design Award for Concept Cars & Prototypes at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este.

Following the Ferrari Superamerica 45, made for a very special collector on the basic mechanics of the 599 GTB. Last, but only in order of time, the BMW 328 Homage, a tribute to the historic 328 races which this year celebrates 75 years. But back down to earth, we have tested three cars really interesting: we refer to the new Mazda 6 Facelift SW and Citroen DS4.

BMW CSL 1M: possible, over 70,000 Euro

The interest in the BMW 1 Series M Coupe has proved likely to be higher than expected at home and the idea of a BMW CSL version is by no means been abandoned. The 1M is already sold out in some markets, such as English, and just in the UK Car Dealer Magazine has collected some statements by the BMW product manager, James Morrison, a CSL version is certainly possible and is an interesting challenge, but the weight reduction together with the rise of power, could lead to a price demanding more than 20,000 pounds (about € 22,800 at current exchange rates) compared to 1M, above the threshold of € 70,000.

Video: Fernando Alonso with Ferrari 458 Fiorano in Italy

• Official: Ferrari renews Fernando Alonso's contract through 2016 (19/05/2011)
• Fernando Alonso, Ferrari Driver Until 2016 (19/05/2011)
• Jenson Button surprised by Fernando Alonso's Ferrari deal (20/05/2011)
• Video of the day: Ferrari 458 Italia Cockpit (03/05/2011)
• Fernando Alonso signs new deal at Ferrari (19/05/2011)

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