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2012 Dacia Lodgy Glace
Now here a unique way of unveiling an upcoming model – by presenting its motorsport oriented variant first. This is the 2012 Dacia Lodgy Glace, a car based on next year’s Geneva Motor Show bound Lodgy MPV, which will compete in the new season of Trophee Andros.
The car replaces the old Dacia Duster based version, with power being extracted this time from a Nissan sourced 3.0-litre V6 rated at 355 HP and 360 Nm of torque. The 2012 Dacia Lodgy Glace features a tubular steel chassis, sits on a suspension with double wishbones and puts power to the ground (or should we say ice), via a SADEV 6-speed sequential transmission.
2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302
A second model waiting to be unveiled by Ford at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week is the 2013 Mustang Boss 302, a car that continues to pay homage to the original version from the 70s.
This time the car comes with a reflective hockey stick graphics package and School Bus Yellow paint as well as Steerling Gray accents on the Boss Laguna Seca version.
The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 has also received a slightly revised front fascia through the addition of a more prominent grille, a new splitter, functional hood exctractors and new HID headlamps with LED surround taillights.
2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Unveiled
The Blue Oval has unveiled the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 right before its debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show.
The North American car maker says this new version, capable of reaching top speeds of 200+ mph is powered by a 5.8-litre engine which according to them is the most powerful production V8 in the world. This unit which features an aluminium block, produces 650 HP and 600 lb-ft of torque, and most of its parts have been redesigned in order to maximize performance.
Zenvo ST1 Review by Jay Leno
Jay Leno has recently reviewed the Zenvo ST1, the Danish supercar producing over 1100 horsepower which has finally arrived on US shores.
Before driving this brutal machine, Jay talks to the crew behind the ST1, who offered details regarding their automotive background and the ideas that stood behind this supercar, which by the way can reach over 200 mph but was not mainly designed for being the fastest car in the world.
2012 Mercedes B Class Review
More reviews coming our way from AutoExpress who in one of their latest videos talk about the new 2012 Mercedes B Class, which they have driven and consider it will be a huge success.
Apart from its improved styling the new B Class comes with new engines (both petrols and diesels), new transmissions (a 7 speed dual clutch and a manual), plus a brand new front wheel drive platform that will also be seen in action on the upcoming A Class.
2012 Mercedes ML63 AMG Revealed
The 2012 Mercedes ML63 AMG has been officially revealed by Daimler through photos and details that were published right before this model’s public premiere at the Los Angeles Motor Show on Wednesday.
This performance version based on the new ML comes with a 5.5-litre V8 which is not only a bit more powerful (adds an extra 15 HP), but it no less than 33 percent more fuel efficient than the old 6.3-litre V8, promising an average consumption of just 14.7 litres per 100 Km (16 mpg).
2013 Nissan GT-R Driven at Silverstone
British journalists covering the automotive scene, and those who test drive new models in particular, were kind of busy these past few days, considering the numerous reviews that started to flood YouTube.
This latest review comes from AutoExpress who has already driven the 2013 Nissan GT-R at Silversone. The car which arrived in their hands is the first exemplar reaching the UK shores so far, so naturally they had to be extra careful with it.
2012 Audi A6 Avant Review
Autocar has expressed its opinions regarding the 2012 Audi A6 Avant in a 90 seconds long review video, but before we tell you what they think about it here are some reference numbers for this 3.0-litre TDI model seen here.
The car is propelled by a 2,967 cc turbo diesel V6 capable of delivering 201 bhp at 3,750 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 1,250 rpm via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The 2012 Audi A6 Avant tips the scale at 1,750 Kg and its consumption and emissions figures are 54.3 mpg (UK rating) and 136 g/Km of CO2.
Vauxhall Astra GTC Review
Here is a fresh review of the Vauxhall Astra GTC, the sportier version Astra coupe which does not quite match the VXR version in terms of sheer power, but which comes with numerous enhancements if compared to the regulat version, such as wider tracks, a lowered ride height and a sophisticated front suspension borrowed from the Insignia VXR.
The Vauxhall Astra GTC you see in this video is the 2.0-litre CDTI which produces 165 horses and 380 Nm of torque, and which according to Autocar is a great alternative to models like the Renaul Megane Coupe and the Volkswagen Scirocco mainly because it is well prices and is engaging and entertaining.
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Engines
Hyundai has revealed a batch of official photos with the facelift version 2013 Genesis Coupe accompanied by preliminary details regarding the engines that are going to be fitted under its skin.
The automaker’s first rear wheel drive sports coupe will be offered with a sportier look, heavily influenced by the Veloster’s design, and with improved driving dynamics. This new version was launched at the Korea Speed Festival 2011 in Yeongam, Korea on Saturday, November 12 and with this occasion the powertrain details were made public.