Thursday, May 12, 2011

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Car Blog News

Mini Roadster & Coupe Models to Debut at Frankfurt

Posted: 11 May 2011 09:22 AM PDT

Mini's Roadster and Coupe models are expected to debut at the Frankfurt motor show in September. Have a look at the latest leaked images of the 2012 Mini Roadster alongside.

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The prototype revealed has its rear trunk area covered where the roof is stored. Perhaps, these covered parts are the only panels, which make it different from the standard Mini and the Roadster’s Coupe sibling. However, it is the least camouflaged snap we have got so far.

As we mentioned in the beginning, the Roadster model is expected to be paired with a new Coupe variant.  So, which one do you prefer? The Roadster or the Coupe. Let's know and stay tuned for more updates.

(Via WCF)

 

 

2012 Ferrari 599 Successor Spotted (Video)

Posted: 11 May 2011 09:16 AM PDT

It seems the Ferrari 599 successor will not be just a face-lifted version of 599. Such has been the success of the Ferrari Four (FF) concept and reports indicate that the company will now come up with an all-new car replacing the 599 by late 2012.

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Obviously inspired by the FF concept, the model will ride on an aluminum chassis and has a multi-link rear suspension in order to improve ride quality. Besides, it is expected to adopt composite body panels to reduce weight. The rear-axle e-diff at the rear enables the engineers to tune the handling for agility or stability further.

Powered by a 6.3-liter V12 engine that produces 700 hp (522 kW / 710 PS), Ferrari 599 successor will be connected to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. It allows the rear-wheels to receive power through an electronically locking rear differential.

The new model will also offer direct fuel injection to beat the present 599′s performance while offering substantial fuel economy gains. Gearing up for an all-new Ferrari 599?

(Via MotorTrend)

 

Ford Mustang Mayhem Package Announced

Posted: 11 May 2011 09:14 AM PDT

For all you Ford fans out there, we have some really exciting news. Ford has announced that the 2012 Mustang V6 comes up with a new Mayhem performance package.

The package features a sport-tuned suspension, a strut tower brace and a revised electronic stability control system, a high performance braking system and a 3.31 rear axle ratio. Powered by a 3.7-liter V6 engine that develops 305 hp (227 kW / 309 PS) and 280 lb-ft (379 Nm) of torque, its unique 19-inch wheels and Pirelli performance tires provide superb grip and aggressive appearance. Coupe is able to return to 19 mpg city / 29 mpg highway, when paired to a six-speed manual transmission.

The best part of the news for the Mustang fans is that they got an opportunity to name the model!  Ford is reported to have reached out to nearly 1.4 million fans on the Mustang Facebook page as a result of which 3,000 submissions were made to the page and nearly 6,700 users installed the “You Name It” app. Eventually it comes before you as “Mayhem Mustang Package”.
Posted by halle at 5:07 AM

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