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Sep
29th

First Look: Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept

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First Look: Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept
Lamborghini Sesto Elemento - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine
Physical proof that Lamborghini is serious about its weight loss program.

At the 2010 Paris Show, Lamborghini unveiled the Sesto Elemento, the conceptual forerunner to the second-generation Murcielago. Made of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP) virtually from bottom to top, the Sesto Elemento (for "sixth element," because carbon is number six in the periodic table) is said to weigh "under 1000 kilos" (2200 pounds)-and thus it undercuts the 1000-kg mark set by Ferrari with its own lightweight supercar concept, the 2007 Millechili, said to preview the next-generation Enzo. As for Lamborghini's striking two-seater, it uses the chassis and the running gear of the Gallardo Superleggera. It thus is more compact and less extreme than next year's Murcielago replacement, which remains faithful to the big-bore twelve-cylinder engine.


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Sep
29th

First Look: Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept

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First Look: Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept
Lamborghini Sesto Elemento - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine
Physical proof that Lamborghini is serious about its weight loss program.

At the 2010 Paris Show, Lamborghini unveiled the Sesto Elemento, the conceptual forerunner to the second-generation Murcielago. Made of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP) virtually from bottom to top, the Sesto Elemento (for "sixth element," because carbon is number six in the periodic table) is said to weigh "under 1000 kilos" (2200 pounds)-and thus it undercuts the 1000-kg mark set by Ferrari with its own lightweight supercar concept, the 2007 Millechili, said to preview the next-generation Enzo. As for Lamborghini's striking two-seater, it uses the chassis and the running gear of the Gallardo Superleggera. It thus is more compact and less extreme than next year's Murcielago replacement, which remains faithful to the big-bore twelve-cylinder engine.


Photo Gallery: Lamborghini Sesto Elemento - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine


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Sep
29th

New Focus to offer more upscale features

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The redesigned Ford Focus will offer features found in larger, more expensive vehicles because an increasing number of buyers are coming from those segments. Full story...
Sep
29th

Paris auto show: 2012 Ford Focus lineup revealed:

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The wait is nearly over for fans of Ford's compact Focus, as the long-awaited replacement is ready for production in just a couple of months. Full story...
Sep
29th

US: Visteon Chapter 11 protection ending early October

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Visteon expects to emerge from bankruptcy protection in early October after settling almost all disputes with former owner Ford. Full story...
Sep
29th

Second Look: 2012 Ford Focus

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Second Look: 2012 Ford Focus
2012 Ford Focus - Second Look - Automobile Magazine
A paean to premium small cars.

One can argue that, regardless of Ford's "One Ford" globalized marketing campaign that only recently debuted, the brand's first global car for the new millennium was the 2000 Focus. It promised European-tuned driving dynamics in an attractive set of body styles, unfiltered, and it was sold in markets across the world. We were instantly smitten and named it our 2000 Automobile of the Year, writing that "Ford designers and engineers have scrapped all the old paradigms about what small cars ought to be." Developed under the watchful eye of Ford development chief Richard Parry-Jones, the Focus far surpassed the bar set by its predecessor, the Escort.


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Sep
29th

JAPAN: Automaker output signals crisis recovery

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Toyota, Nissan Motor, Suzuki and Subaru maker Fuji Heavy Industries built more vehicles worldwide in August than in the same month of 2008, indicating their recovery from the global financial crisis that erupted the following month. Full story...
Sep
29th

INDIA: Mercedes sales to match UK’s within decade

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Daimler expects Mercedes-Benz sales in India to rival the UK within a decade as rising wealth spurs demand. Full story...
Sep
29th

GERMANY: Porsche full year turnover up 18%

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Preliminary results for the latest fiscal year ended 31 July showed Porsche grew turnover 17.9% to EUR7.79bn on unit sales up 8.8% to 81,850. Full story...
Sep
29th

Renault-Nissan open to closer GM ties, Ghosn says

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Renault and alliance partner Nissan Motor Co. are interested in closer ties with General Motors Co., Carlos Ghosn, chief executive of Renault and Nissan, told Le Monde newspaper. Full story...
Sep
29th

Luxury makes rediscover matte finishes as consumers seek to rise above glossy masses

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Dull paint jobs will feature at the Paris auto show this week as never before, with image-conscious drivers seeking to rise above the glossy masses. Full story...
Sep
29th

EXCLUSIVE: SPAIN: PSA Peugeot Citroen to build 500,000 cars in 2012

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PSA Peugeot Citroen's key factory in Vigo, northwest Spain, expects to build 500,000 cars in 2012 when it should be assembling three new models, according to trade union officials who added the site is close to winning the contract to assemble a new electric car. Full story...
Sep
29th

FRANCE/GERMANY: Ford-PSA JV plans Euro 6 diesels

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After 10 years and 16.5m engines, Ford and PSA Peugeot Citroën's diesel joint venture is developing new Euro 6 emission rules-compliant motors. Full story...
Sep
29th

2011 Jaguar XK Coupe, an AW Drivers Log:

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR ROGER HART: In my eye, this XK coupe is one of the more beautiful cars on the road today. It is instantly recognizable as a Jag, which is a good thing considering the terrific design heritage the company has. Full story...
Sep
29th

Future products: Leaf EV is just the start of Nissan lineup overhaul:

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The next 18 to 24 months will bring a major renewal of Nissan Division's lineup. Full story...
Sep
29th

Future products: Infiniti adds models at top, bottom of lineup:

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In an effort to broaden its product coverage, Infiniti will launch a more expensive model and a less expensive one. Full story...
Sep
29th

Future products: Infiniti line moves higher, lower:

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In an effort to broaden its product coverage, Infiniti will launch a more expensive model and a less expensive one. Full story...
Sep
29th

Saab to get BMW turbocharged engines in 2012:

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Saab Automobile and BMW AG announced an agreement Wednesday that will supply engines for Saab's next-generation 9-3. Full story...
Sep
29th

Repetitious Renault has EV fever

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You've got to hand it to Renault. The company is using every opportunity it can to promote its upcoming electric vehicles. It did so at events on Sept. 16 and Sept. Full story...
Sep
29th

Paris auto show: Lexus CT 200h explored in more detail:

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Lexus gave more details of its coming CT 200h hybrid wagon to us just before the company's newest hybrid took the stage at the Paris auto show. Full story...
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