Donkervoort D8 GT To Hit Europe Next Month

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The new D8 GT has wing-doors and is powered by an Audi 1.8 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine which comes in various states of tuning from 180 to 270 hp horsepower. In comparison with the open D8 version, major changes have been done so that the D8 GT can be seen as a totally new car. The D8 GT comes with larger air intakes for better aerodynamics plus carbon fiber roof and doors to reduce weight.



It rides on 17" light weight wheels while stopping power is provided by specially developed Tarox brakes loaded with new 6 piston alloy callipers and the larger 300mm discs....Donkervoort will make only 50 DB GTs per year with each unit priced at 90,000 euro.
[...carnoise.blogspot.com]

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Donkervoort D8 GT in production, sales begin in June

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When we first laid eyes on the Donkervoort D8 GT back in Geneva in 2007, we couldn't help but be compelled by the minimalist coupe's aggressive styling and performance potential. Now, just over a year since it's initial unveiling, the Dutch specialty automaker has begun production of the D8 GT, with sales beginning in Europe next month.



The GT model finds its inspiration from the original D8, but the changes aren't limited to the addition of a fixed roof. The roof, doors and other components are made of carbon fiber, and extensive use of aluminum along with 14-pound wheels allows the GT to tip the scales at just over 1,400 pounds.
[...autoblog.com]

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First Drive: Saab Turbo X

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On our highway run to the event location, we were impressed with the solid way the Turbo X tracks. The steering is well weighted and informative without being busy. Expansion gaps are mostly heard and not felt, as the suspension swallowed sharp transient impacts with aplomb, and we had a hard time restraining the right foot. Out on the road, the secure ride and tossable handling make the Turbo X a traffic Sabre Jet, and the turbocharged V6 is punchy with minimal lag, making a sound nearly as heavenly as what emanates from BMW's twin turbo three-liter.



A manual transmission SportKombi was next, making us forget the automatic entirely. While the auto is generally good, it's slow-witted compared to the standard, even when shifted by the thumb triggers on the steering wheel....The manual transmission allows fast gearchanges, letting you be in the right ratio to lay down the power exiting a turn. Out on the open road, however, either transmission proves fully satisfactory.
[...autoblog.com]

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First Drive: 2008 Saab Turbo X

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Say hello to the Turbo X, a limited-edition 9-3 that pays homage to the 1985 Saab 900 SPG, a classic coupe known for its trademark black exterior treatment, three-arm alloys, and turbo engine.....The result is the best-handling 9-3 to date -- oversteer is more prevalent and easier to maximize, and the overall balance borders on neutral. Moreover, torque steer has been all but quashed.



Of course, there's more to the X than its ebony duds and all-wheel drive. Saab enlarged the four-wheel disc brakes (13.6 inches front, 11.5 rear), lowered the ride height by 0.4 inch, and stiffened the springs and dampers all around. Inside, carbon-fiber accents, black leather seats, and a replica of the 900 Turbo's boost gauge complete the treatment.
[...motortrend.com]

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Road Tests, First Drive: 2008 Saab Turbo X

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The Turbo X marks the debut of Saab's XWD ("Cross Wheel Drive," as the Swedes say it), a fourth-generation Haldex-built all-wheel-drive system that will also be available on garden-variety Saab 9-3s. Unlike previous Haldex systems, the center clutch-pack coupling (which is technically not a differential) no longer relies on wheelspin in order to transfer torque to the rear axle.



Instead, an electrically driven hydraulic pump can preemptively vary the pressure reaching the coupling in order to route torque to the rear, even if all four wheels are stationary. Theoretically, the system can apply 100 percent of the engine's torque to the rear wheels, but this situation is only possible if the front wheels are on wet ice and the rears are on pavement.
[...edmunds.com]

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First Drive: 2008 Saab Turbo X

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Well, for 2008 a total of 600 Sport Sedan and SportCombi (wagon) vehicles will make it here to the U.S., all of them in metallic black paint as homage to the original Saab 99 and 900 Turbos, starting at $42,510 and $43,310, respectively.



Both Turbo X models feature an all-aluminum turbocharged 2.8-liter V-6 pumping out a record (for Saab) 280 bhp at 5500 rpm and 295 lb.-ft. of torque between 2150 and 4500 rpm that Saab claims will get you to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.7 seconds. There's a choice of a 6-speed automatic or manual transmission, both of which come coupled to the latest Haldex generation IV XWD system (all-wheel drive).
[...roadandtrack.com]

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Alfa Romeo CEO confirms SUV production plans, likely to go to U.S.

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This rendering shows that Alfa’s new SUV will likely be styled along the lines of the original Kamal Concept and it’s thought the car could be released in both 3 and 5-door variants. The underpinnings for both vehicles is expected to be based on a revised version of the platform used for the 159 sedan, which means a range of four and six-cylinder engines will likely make the cut.



A flagship model will run Alfa’s familiar 3.2L 24V V6 but with several unique elements to achieve a 250hp output. Other models will include a smaller 2.2L petrol version as well as a highly efficient five-cylinder turbodiesel with 400Nm on tap.
[...motorauthority.com]

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Illustrated: 2010 Alfa Romeo crossover

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Several changes are expected to be made from the concept, including stacked circular tail lamps, rounder headlights, and the latest iteration of Alfa's signature grille.



Targeting the BMW X3, Volkswagen Tiguan, Audi Q5, and Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class, the CXover will look something like an enlarged version of the recently-unveiled MiTo hatchback.
[...leftlanenews.com]

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Alfa Romeo says compact SUV will be key model for U.S.

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The CX-over project started life as the Alfa Romeo Kamal concept (pictured) back in 2003 at Geneva, the concept featuring a 250 horsepower, 24-valve V-6 engine and six-speed manual transmission. Alfa's de Meo has said that his company will focus on automatic-equipped, V-6 sedans and SUVs for the Amercian market, making the CX-over a significant addition to the U.S. lineup.



Still, we have to wonder if the rising price of gasoline coupled with new CAFE standards mean that Alfa may be arriving a little late to the SUV game Stateside. Moreover, sporty crossovers were still a fairly new concept back in 2003. By 2010, however, not so much.
[...motortrend.com]

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2010 Alpha Romeo CXover SUV Confirmed For US

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Alfa Romeo Chief Luca de Meo confirmed in an interview with Auto Motor Und Sport that it is preparing a new crossover SUV. The model code-named CXover will debut in 2010 and will be targeted squarely at the American market to enable Italian automaker boost its sale figures here.



The CXover SUV will take cues from the 2003 Kamal Concept which was revealed at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show.
[...carnoise.blogspot.com]

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New Subaru confirmed for Acropolis

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David Richards, Subaru World Rally Team principal said, “We are confident that introducing the car in Greece will enable the team to be highly competitive in the second half of the season and give Petter and Chris the best opportunity to win in 2008.” Subaru last won a WRC rally on the stages in Mexico 2005 and the team’s legions of fans around the world - not to mention its two drivers - are hoping the new car will herald a return to its rally winning days.

Subaru took the FIA WRC manufacturers’ title in 1995, 1996 and 1997 and was the driving force behind three drivers’ title wins; with Colin McRae in 1995, Richard Burns in 2001 and most recently, Petter Solberg in 2003.
[...wrc.com]

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Subaru Impreza WRC2008 Launch

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The new car is based on the latest road going Subaru Impreza which was introduced in June 2007. Although featuring radically new styling the Impreza WRC2008 retains the well proven Subaru horizontally-opposed turbocharged engine combined with Symmetrical All Wheel Drive.

The WRC2008 will also sport a dramatic new livery created around the Subaru corporate identity but at the same time preserving the iconic blue identity familiar to rally fans worldwide. “We are very excited to be able to launch the all-new Impreza WRC2008 ahead of schedule” said David Richards, Subaru World Rally Team principal.
[...rallymadness.com]

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Subaru Impreza WRC2008 To Debut At Acropolis Rally

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The Subaru World Rally Team and STi has confirmed the launch of its new Impreza World Rally Car. The Impreza WRC2008 will make its debut on the seventh round of this year’s WRC, the Acropolis Rally of Greece, spanning from May 29 to June 1, 2008.

Subaru will reveal all the tech details during an official launch on May 28th, in Athens, Greece. Described by Subaru as ‘the most radically different Subaru World Rally Car in 15 years’, the new Impreza WRC2008 rocket will be driven by Petter Solberg and Chris Atkinson at the Acropolis Rally.
[...carnoise.blogspot.com]

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Jaguar XF-R (2009): the spy photos

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We won't see the XF-R for another year, but we've been digging around for snippets of concrete information about the hottest XF and have discovered that this prototype runs a 4997cc V8 – the new-generation engine that will be rolled out across Jag/Land Rover, with direct injection and the latest tech to trim the naughty numbers (g/km and mpg) and boost those desirable digits (bhp and lb ft).

The R version is said to be supercharged, so you can safely expect the uber-XF to put out a whopping 500bhp.
[...carmagazine.co.uk]

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Spy Shots: Jaguar XF-R

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An XF-R prototype has been spotted undergoing testing....The cloaked from fascia appears to get a set of larger air intakes on either side of the bumper, along with hood vents that hint at the beast that lies beneath.

Other exterior changes include color-matched side sills (in favor of the chrome vents on the standard XF), a new 20-inch wheel design, quad tailpipes, a subtle rear spoiler and possibly a rear diffuser.
[...autoblog.com]

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Gumpert Apollo Hybrid testing at the Nürburgring

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The electric system recharged the 190kg battery array through application of the brakes. Charge status and battery performance is relayed via satellite to the pit garage. The electrics were clearly working tonight as HH drove to the barrier in complete silence.

The Apollo will compete against Porsche 911 GT3, Dodge Viper, Lamborghini Gallardo, BMW Z4 and Chevrolet Corvette during the race.
[...bridgetogantry.com]

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Gumpert Apollo Hybrid begins testing at Nurburgring

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Instead of the normal car's Audi 4.2-liter twin-turbo with 650 HP, the racer gets a 3.3-liter V8 with something like 630-HP, in addition to a 100kW electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack.

The 190 kilos of batteries will be recharged by application of the brakes, but it isn't clear exactly how the electric motor will be applied -- slow speed (aka pit lane) use only, or to provide an extra boost during the race.
[...autoblog.com]

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Gumpert Apollo hybrid race car details

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Running alongside all the high-performance race cars from major carmakers like Toyota, Volkswagen and GM at next weekend’s 36th ADAC Zürich 24-hour race at the Nurburgring will be an odd-looking supercar from Germany’s SportwagenManufaktur powered by a unique petrol-electric hybrid powertrain.

The car is the Gumpert Apollo supercar and it will contest this year’s endurance challenge with former F1 driver Heinz-Harald Frentzen and Dirk Muller taking turns behind the wheel.
[...motorauthority.com]

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Subaru releases teaser site for new Exiga MPV

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As previewed by the concept, the new Exiga will sit on a 2,750mm wheelbase and feature a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder boxer engine mated to a five-speed auto and Subaru’s trademark symmetrical AWD system.

Where the new model really shines is in its interior packaging and cabin ambiance, which appears to have a much more up-market feel than Subaru’s current offerings according to these latest teasers. One of the standout attractions will be a new panoramic glass roof.
[...motorauthority.com]

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Production Subaru Exiga 7-seater MPV coming soon

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The Subaru Exiga is a 7-seater low-rider MPV that is 4780mm long, 1775mm wide and 1630mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2750mm.

Although many reports the production Exiga to be Impreza-based, the concept version’s wheelbase and dimensions are more similiar to the Camry-based Toyota Mark X Zio (2776mm wheelbase) and the Honda Odyssey (2830mm wheelbase).
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More details about the new Subaru Exiga

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On the Japanese market, the Exiga will be available with two petrol engines, a 150bhp 2.0-litre unit seen on the Impreza and a 230bhp turbocharged engine reserved for the domestic market. If imported to Europe, the turbocharged 2.0-litre unit will be replaced by the 2.5-litre engine from the Impreza WRX.

The Exiga would also likely be available with the new diesel engine delivering 160bhp.
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Subaru Exiga: first pictures

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Company officials who've seen the car claim the third row of two seats offers decent space ('not at all cramped like most third rows,' claimed one), with the three rows of seats banked theatre-style to improve visibility.

The car was developed by the same team which designed the Legacy – they apparently split in two with the aim of building two distinct bodystyles. This shadowy teaser shot reveals an upright mix of estate and people carrier.
[...trendaz.com]

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2009 Subaru Exiga MPV To Debut In Japan

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Subaru has cleared its intentions to launch the production model of the Exiga Concept it showed at last years Tokyo Motor Show. This confirmation comes by the way of official Exiga wagon teaser image released by Subaru along with the launch of its micro-site (in Japanese).

Impreza based Exiga is a 7-seater, three-row minivan which Subaru is going to launch on June 17th in Japan.
[...carnoise.blogspot.com]

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Update On New 2009 Acura TL

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Earlier in April this year, Honda was said to have shown the production model of new 09 Acura TL to some of its top dealers. Since then we have been waiting for some spicy details to leak on to the web and finally it seem to have happened. 2009 Acura TL will come in 3 model trims 3.5L, 3.5L sh-awd and 3.7L sh-awd is what one of the guys at vtec.net has revealed.

According to him, "the car was shown in new orleans april 11th to acura dealer body" and will be released in the market by September end. He says that he, "saw the car....3.5 w/280hp and 3.7 w 305hp....no mention of "S" Type at all.....the front and rear of the car in no way resembles the present car or TSX...
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