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Mazda Anniversary Editions of Axela and Biante in Japan

<center><img alt="[Mazda-90th-Ann jpg]" border="0" height="306" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S2CIVVTFatI/AAAAAAACdMA/RfVvn0-P2OI/s1600/Mazda-90th-Ann-2.jpg" width="600" /></center> The Mazda Axela 90th Anniversary Special Edition is based on the four Axela grades that come with i-stop. It will be the first Mazda in the Japanese market with the exclusive exterior body color, Gunmetal Blue Mica. The Mazda Biante i-stop Smart Edition, also launched to celebrate Mazda’s 90th birthday, is based on the 20CS model grade. Its features include i-stop, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Mazda’s Advanced Keyless Entry System. Main features of the Mazda Axela 90th Anniversary Special Edition Mazda Axela 90th Anniversary Special Edition (Sport 20S) Base models Mazda Axela Sport 20C and 20S grades, Mazda Axela Sedan 20C and 20E (FWD) grades (all grades equipped with i-stop) Special features Special exterior body color, Gunmetal Blue Mica (new to models for the Japanese market) <center><img alt="[Mazda-90th-Ann jpg]" border="0" height="306" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S2CIV4U-myI/AAAAAAACdMI/LyzXdey3Yjo/s1600/Mazda-90th-Ann-3.jpg" width="600" /></center> Main features of the Mazda Biante i-stop Smart Edition Mazda Biante 90th Anniversary Special Edition ‘i-stop Smart Edition’ Base model Mazda Biante 20CS (FWD model) Special features i-stop Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system Dual power sliding doors Advanced keyless entry and start system (with answer-back function and automatic rear liftgate) <center><img alt="[Mazda-90th-Ann jpg]" border="0" height="450" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S2CIWNd_xOI/AAAAAAACdMQ/jFVUsHv3HlM/s1600/Mazda-90th-Ann-4.jpg" width="600" /></center> Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices of the 90th Anniversary special edition models - A separate recycling fee is necessary in addition to the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices listed above. (Sport 20C: 13,190 yen, 20S: 13,740 yen, Sedan 20C: 12,670 yen, 20E: 13,220 yen) - DISI: Direct Injection Spark Ignition Mazda Biante 90th Anniversary Special Edition ‘i-stop Smart Edition’ - A separate recycling fee of 14,590 yen is necessary in addition to the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices listed above. - The exterior body color range consists of six colors. If the special body color Crystal White Pearl Mica is selected, the price increases by 31,500 yen (including tax).

Mazda Anniversary Editions of Axela and Biante in Japan

The Mazda Axela 90th Anniversary Special Edition is based on the four Axela grades that come with i-stop. It will be the first Mazda in the ...

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World Premiere at the Geneva Motor Show: Carlsson C25

<center><img height="300" src="http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/d/143833-4/Carlsson_C25_rear_t.jpg" width="600" /></center> * Limited Super-GT of the small series manufacturer Carlsson * Edition includes only 25 cars and therefore ensures maximum exclusiveness * Carlsson combines top performance with drivability * Carlsson develops entirely own design vocabulary Carlsson who are approved as an automobile manufacturer by the Federal German Motor Transport Authority, for the first time presents an own developed automobile at this year's Geneva Motor Show - the Carlsson C25. The concept of this Super-GT is based on the vision of combining maximum driving performance with an entirely new design and high exclusiveness. The result is a breathtaking and beautiful sports coupé with 753 hp in a limited edition of only 25 cars world-wide. Thereby, each automobile will be as individual as its future owner. "We exclusively make the cars to order and the delivery quantity for 2010 is already sold out", says CEO, Dipl. Ing. (FH) Markus Schuster. <center><img alt="Carlsson_C25_front_t.jpg" height="299" src="http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/d/143803-3/Carlsson_C25_front_t.jpg" width="600" /></center> With 753 hp and 1150 Newton metres in 3.7 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h The performance data of the six litre V12 Bi-Turbo is impressive. The high-performance aggregate with a motor management optimisation patented by Carlsson renders 753 hp (554 kW) and allows fast acceleration as well as smooth travels at lower speeds. Also responsible for the perfect performance evolvement is the elaborately developed stainless steel exhaust system with ends in four edgy pipes at the back. The power catapults the C25 with a torque of 1320 Newton metres at 3750 r.p.m. which is electronically limited to 1,150 Newton metres from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.7 seconds and achieves a maximum speed of 352 km/h.Perfect combination between top performance and maximum driveability When developing the Carlsson C25, the engineers from Gut Wiesenhof have achieved creating a Super-GT for smooth everyday use despite its very high performance. "There are more than enough super sports car in this world which can only be safely driven on a race track", says Markus Schuster. "Therefore, we deliberately wanted to develop a car which is highly exclusive on the one hand and can be used for the daily journey to office on the other hand. Therefore, a Super-GT which can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.7 seconds and still offers a very pleasant driving comfort. All security-relevant regulations such as pedestrian protection, crash behaviour, ESP, ABS, Airbag systems are identical to large series editions with most modern standards." This is also achieved by the intelligent lowering system C-Tronic® SUSPENSION® which automatically recognises the road characteristics and driving manners and constantly adjusts the suspension setting accordingly. This does not only result in a pleasant journey on long routes, but also guarantees that the nodding and rolling motions of the C25 are reduced to a minimum while driving fast curves. Therefore, the car reaches the perfect road holding characteristics in every situation and renders the feeling of absolute controllability. Different than other automobiles from small series, the Carlsson C25 has not been solely made for its use at the racetrack. Nevertheless, the C25 achieves top results in acceleration and handling. Compared to the racing machines with MOT approval, the Carlsson C25 offers its driver smooth journeys on Alpine passes and also on city roads or not perfectly even surfaces. <center><img alt="Carlsson_C25_inmotion_t.jpg" height="301" src="http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/d/143830-3/Carlsson_C25_inmotion_t.jpg" width="600" /></center> Maximum exclusiveness is ensured by only one automobile per country In addition to the extensive refinement, the Carlsson C25 offers the advantage that every Mercedes-Benz dealer can maintain the car. As the automobile is based on the latest Mercedes-Benz technology, it is not necessary to drive to a garage, which is specialised in the Carlsson C25. This gives the Carlsson C25 additional suitability for everyday use. Moreover, Carlsson will only deliver one automobile per country and therefore ensures absolute exclusiveness for its customers. <center><img alt="Carlsson_C25_side_t.jpg" height="200" src="http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/d/143822-3/Carlsson_C25_side_t.jpg" width="600" /></center> Carlsson creates a perfect symbiosis of design and function The C25 emphasises this exquisite status with its self-reliant and unique design. The elongated vehicle front with the tapered lobe between the powerful shoulders craves ahead and the generously dimensioned air inlets in the typical Carlsson trapezoid form supply the engine with the necessary ventilation. The ultra-light and forged wheels 1/10 UL in the dimensions 9,5x20 and 12x20 inches have been especially designed for the C25 and are equipped with high performance tyres measuring 265/30 at the front and 325/25 at the rear live axle. One wheel just weighs 11.2 kilograms and therefore is 40 percent lighter than custom light alloy wheels. Ventilation ducts in front and behind the wheel houses provide the Carlsson brake system with 405 millimetres large slotted race brake discs at the front and 380 millimetre race brake discs at the rear axle with cool air. With this, Carlsson achieves the perfect symbiosis between design and function. The elongated flat rear screen and the restrained tearing edge on the boot lit as well as the generously dimensioned double diffuser render the required downthrust and therefore the C25 does not need any extensible spoilers. In order to emphasise the uniqueness of the C25, Carlsson has also developed a new rear- and front lights design. <center><img alt="Carlsson_C25_clay_t.jpg" src="http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/d/143814-3/Carlsson_C25_clay_t.jpg" /></center> Carlsson interior optimised for the driver The newly designed interior resembles the exterior as far as shape, colour and functionality are concerned. The characteristic trapezoid elements at the front and back are also found on the steering wheel. On the seats and the centre console the edged shape is used as well. The instruments clearly turn towards the driver, indicate the performance capability of the C25 and increase the ergonomics. The generous use of real carbon, tanned buffalo leather and ultra-suede in special colours provides an evenly exclusive and user-friendly ambience. For driveability reasons, Carlsson deliberately refrains from race seats, race straps, rollover devices and extreme lowering. With the C25, Carlsson confirms its reputation as being one of the most exclusive automobile manufacturers in the world. High technical competence, many years experience in automobile construction, an advanced sense for design and elegance and German art of engineering make the Carlsson C25 unique all over the world. <a href="http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/gallery.php/v/main/aftermarket/carlsson/supercar/Carlsson_C25_Logo_t.jpg.html">More Photos</a>

World Premiere at the Geneva Motor Show: Carlsson C25

* Limited Super-GT of the small series manufacturer Carlsson * Edition includes only 25 cars and therefore ensures maximum exclusiveness...

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Ferrari unveils new F10 for 2010 F1 season

<center><img alt="" height="397" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/01/100001new.jpg" width="600" /></center> Ferrari has unveiled its 2010 Formula 1 contender, named the F10, in a ceremony at its Maranello headquarters – with the team confident the car will prove a big step forward over last year’s model. A couple of months ago, it looked like all the teams would get together under the auspices of the Formula One Teams Association to unveil their cars in one massive exposition concurrent with the Valencia test session, but that won't come to fruition. Several teams are expected to debut there still, while others are doing their own thing once again. And Ferrari is first among them. <center><img alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/01/100010new.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 395px;" /></center> Unveiled at the team's headquarters in Maranello, the new F10 is the chariot with which Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa will be contending for the championship against other top-rated challengers from Mercedes GP, McLaren and Red Bull, to say nothing of the other ten teams on the grid. The latest Prancing Horse – whose Santander-dominated red and white livery we saw a few days ago – is the product of several months of development, as the Scuderia stopped development of last year's car half-way through the season after realizing it was way off pace and concentrated on this year's car instead. <center><img alt="" height="392" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/01/100005new.jpg" width="600" /></center> With nearly all the seats accounted for and the first group test at Valencia (scheduled for February 1) fast approaching, the time has come once again, boys and girls, for the unveiling of the 2010 F1 cars. <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/gallery/2010-scuderia-ferrari-f10/#6">More Photos</a>

Ferrari unveils new F10 for 2010 F1 season

Ferrari has unveiled its 2010 Formula 1 contender, named the F10, in a ceremony at its Maranello headquarters – with the team confident the ...

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Video: 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo US price

<center><object height="460" width="600"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/JYme5i-0C-o"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JYme5i-0C-o" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" height="460" width="600"></embed></object></center> Porsche Icon Boasts 500 Horsepower, Delivers 25 mpg ATLANTA - January 25, 2010 - Porsche Cars North America announced today that the 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo will arrive at its U.S. dealers this week and go on sale on January 30. This is only three months after the debut of the highly acclaimed Panamera, Porsche's first Gran Turismo and sports car for four. <center><img height="421" src="http://www.zercustoms.com/news/images/Porsche/Porsche-911-Turbo-facelift.jpg" title="Porsche 911 Turbo facelift." width="600" /></center> Porsche traditionally has emphasized efficiency, but the new flagship 911 gives a new meaning to its high-performance label. While its acceleration, braking and handling capabilities make it a true super sports car, it goes about its business with a thriftiness that is equally remarkable and by no means the norm in its class. With 20 more horsepower, and a 13 percent increase in fuel economy, the new 911 Turbo is indeed more powerful and more efficient. <center><img height="403" src="http://www.zercustoms.com/news/images/Porsche/Porsche-911-Turbo-facelift-4.jpg" title="Porsche 911 Turbo facelift" width="600" /></center> "We are very excited to welcome the all-new 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo into the family," said Detlev von Platen, president and CEO of Porsche Cars North America. "More than ever, this supercar is a technological tour de force, and the seemingly unanimous accolades from the media support what we already believe; this is the best 911 Turbo ever." <center><img height="400" src="http://www.zercustoms.com/news/images/Porsche/Porsche-911-Turbo-facelift-2.jpg" title="Porsche 911 Turbo facelift " width="600" /></center> The 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo features the first entirely new engine in its storied 35-year history. The new flat-six boxer engine now delivers 500 horsepower, 20 more than the previous power plant. Maximum torque is up by 15 to 516 lb. ft. when equipped with the optional Sport Chrono Package Turbo. <center><img height="402" src="http://www.zercustoms.com/news/images/Porsche/Porsche-911-Turbo-facelift-5.jpg" title="Porsche 911 Turbo facelift " width="600" /></center> All of this means that the new 911 Turbo can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds when combined with the new, highly acclaimed Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) seven-speed dual clutch transmission. Top track speed is 194 mph for both the Coupe and the Cabriolet models and its EPA estimates are a best-in-class 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway for the new Coupe when equipped with the PDK transmission. <center><img height="400" src="http://www.zercustoms.com/news/images/Porsche/Porsche-911-Turbo-facelift-9.jpg" title="Porsche 911 Turbo facelift " width="600" /></center> "The Porsche 911 Turbo has always represented the pinnacle of the 911 model line since it was first introduced in 1974," said von Platen. "Now, 35 years later, the Turbo is still considered the standard when looking for the perfect combination of supercar performance with everyday drivability." <center><img height="405" src="http://www.zercustoms.com/news/images/Porsche/Porsche-911-Turbo-facelift-7.jpg" title="Porsche 911 Turbo facelift " width="600" /></center> The 2010 Turbo Coupe and Turbo Cabriolet prices are $132,800 and $143,800, respectively. <a href="http://www.zercustoms.com/photos/2011-Porsche-911-Turbo-US-price.html">More Photos</a>

Video: 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo US price

Porsche Icon Boasts 500 Horsepower, Delivers 25 mpg ATLANTA - January 25, 2010 - Porsche Cars North America announced today that the 2010 Po...