The first image with the new Subaru Impreza series variant

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Subaru has published the first photos of the new Impreza. The new generation, even if it is more discreet than the famous concept that is based on, and which was launched in Los Angeles, body shape is almost identical to the concept.

Although the profile photo reveals only the side, we can expect the front to be more aggressive, while the posterior will e greet us with a less exciting design. Overall, the exterior seems to be more quiet and lesst sporty than the old generation, but the model features an increased elegance.

The new Impreza will be launched at the Auto Show in New York. European version will have minor changes and will be launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in the fall.

According to an official statement, Subaru says that the inside has received significant changes, being more roomy and is made ​​from higher quality materials.

The model will be equipped with new petrol boxer engines, which pursuant to the manufacturer, would have a consumption of 6.5 litres/100 km (36 mpg). The new Impreza could also get a hybrid variant, a first for Subaru. The hybrid system is developed in collaboration with Toyota.

Via | Automarket

Sketches with Peugeot mysterious concept prepared for the Shanghai Auto Show

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Citroen research and development center in China has published a few sketches of a very exciting concept, which departs significantly from the design line already existing on the current Peugeot models. The model will be launched at the Shanghai Motor Show in August.

Concept shows only three-door and seems a mix between an SUV and a coupe. Some argue that would Peugeot's version of Mitsubishi ASX.

Futuristic interior is dominated by lines that offer a sporty allure. But unfortunately too many items on this concept will not appear on the production version, if there will ever exist one.

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Opel unveils the serial version of the Astra GTC

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Opel offered to the public a picture with the side and the back of the production version of Astra GTC, a concept that was presented at the Paris Motor Show in 2010. The picture was shown on the manufacturer's Facebook page. Along with the Astra GTC, the image presents also the current generation Astra hatchback.

Compared with the concept, production version shows very little changes. The lines are less exciting, as for the taillights, they have undergone small changes.

So far, no information about motorization, but according to sources, the model will not be quite a beast, but will make big problems to rivals in terms of handling and consumption.

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Spy Shots: Ford Mondeo next-generation

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Ford is developing the next generation Mondeo, which will be offered in three segments: saloon, station wagon and sedan coupe.

The will feature a new platform, called CD4, which will be implemented also on the Fusion and Lincoln MKZ.

In terms of design, images shows the current body which hides underneath the next generation Mondeo. But although the next-gen will benefit from the same stylistic language Kinetic, it will be covered by a different design.

The model will be equipped with EcoBoost engines four-cylinder turbo petrol, diesel TDCI motors. Some rumors suggests even a hybrid variant.

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Official: BMW presents the new 2012 M5 F10 concept

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Bavarian manufacturer has released the first images and information with the concept which prefigures the future 2012 M5 F10, which will be presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in the fall.

The series version will take about 99% of aesthetics implemented on this concept, which I think is a very good news, I don't think anyone can contradict me. We've all seen the new M5 looks something more quiet than the old generation, but the truth is that we are still dealing with an impetuous beast, dressed in a quite aggressive design expressed by aesthetic elements as modified front bumper, embellished by three large air intakes for engine cooling and to emphasize the car's sporty character. We can not overlook the elegant 20 inches alloy wheels, covered with 265/35 ZR20 tires. The front wings are featuring of ostentatious chrome ornament ennobled by M Division logo. Rear greets us with four chrome exhaust pipes, a deflector and a very discreet aileron.

Unfortunately, the Bavarian manufacturer continues to be mysterious regarding the engines. It is a V8 TwinTurbo engine whose performance were not disclosed. But the latest rumors indicate a power between 555 and 600 horsepower (408-441 kW). The engine will be assisted by a seven-speed automatic gearbox with dual-clutch, called DCT Drivelogic.

Future BMW M5 F10 owners will have available four driving modes titled: Comfort, Sport, Sport Plus and M.

For now, these are the known details about the new M5.

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Ferrari 599's successor will be lighter, more powerful, but will still have a V12 engine

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The Prance Horse will launch six new models by 2013, among them being the 599 GTB Fiorano replacement.

Although some rumors suggest a twin-turbo V8 or HY-KERS hybrid systems, according to the latest information the model will be equipped with a V12 engine, which could have around 700 horses (522 kW). It will be connected to a seven-speed gearbox with dual-clutch, and no, it will not have AWD like FF, but rear-wheel drive, to the delight of fans.

The body will be made ​​of aluminum, but for the construction of other components will be used carbon fiber.

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Audi has created a video of the R8 V10 Spyder

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V10 Audi R8 Spyder, a car that most of us have seen only in pictures and we all dreamed to get behind its wheel at least once.

The video was made ​​in Brazil and shows to everyone how beautiful it is to walk through places forgotten by the world, among ordinary people in whose front such a jewel is not just another car who could be added in the garage ennobled by the presence of many exclusive cars, but a true adventure, an irresistible view that they will remember for the rest of their life. The video also shows the German meteor walking on deserted roads, surrounded by tropical forests, his journey ending near a garage somewhere on the waterfront, in the presence of boats and some fishermen, who for obvious reasons, does not seem to be able to take their eyes off the German beast, covered in a design meant to breathtaking.

Let's watch together the new video.

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2012 BMW M5 F10 Concept : first pictures "leaked" on the Internet

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BMW introduced the concept which prefigures the new M5 F10 during a private event where they invited a small number of journalists, carefully selected. But it was impossible that from such event someone not to take advantage, and eventually these pictures have been published, to the delight of fans.

As expected, the concept comes with the aesthetics that we've seen in spy photos recently published on the internet and in the teasers launched by BMW. The design appears to be covered by a more quiet design than the old generation, who really was exciting. But like any M5, this one also it's quite aggressive and appetizing, and if we add the 4.4-liter V8 engine, which according to rumors, it develops 578 hp (425 kW), we get a real beast with a lust for speed and sideslips, dressed in the garbs of a city saloon.

Unfortunately, it is possible that the production version to be not so provocative as the concept.

Via | MotorWard

Bugatti 16C Galibier serial version debuts in 2013

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Remember the Bugatti 16C Galibier concept launched in 2009? I, like you, I was shocked by the beauty of this French masterpiece. It's terrifying managed the exterior design, but the interior I didn't liked it so much, looks far too monarchical.

Volkswagen has finally agreed to launch the serial version of the concept mentioned above, but only in 2013. After the Molsheim factory will feature new equipment, the Germans will begin model production. I don't know if the serial version will be as stunning as the concept, but the 8.0-liter W16 800 horses (597 kW) engine will tranform it in the fastest limo in the world. The unit under the hood can be powered both by gasoline and bio fuel.

Bugatti 16C Galibier will cost about 1,000,000 euros ($1,423,400/883,057,262 sterling).

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Nissan brings improvements to 370Z model in both coupe and roadster variant

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Japanese manufacturer decided to implement some changes of good omen on the famous model, which is available for both coupe and roadster versions.

Thus, the sportscar has a modified chassis and suspension. Revised dampers offer a higher efficiency both in terms of comfort and maneuverability. It comes with an enhanced stability at high speeds and with improved sound insulation.

Seven-speed automatic gearbox has a special function for slippery surfaces.

There are no changes in the propeller, it offers the 323 hp (328 PS/241 kW) and 366 Nm (270 lb-ft) of torque.

It comes with a reversing camera which is integrated into the optional navigation system and a tire pressure monitoring, which is displayied into the dashboard computer display.

Via | MotorWard