Suzuki Cappucino

Production began in earnest at the Kosai plant in October 1991, although aspirations for the car never extended beyond the domestic market. Aware of the favourable reception the car was receiving in its homeland, Suzuki GB soon spotted the potential for the Cappuccino to act as a brand builder for the marque, and entered into discussions to bring the car to these shores.Being such a specialist car, the type approval process wasn't straightforward, yet the Cappuccino officially went on sale to an initially bemused British public in October 1993, priced at £11,995. Tougher emissions regulations eventually made the import of the Cappuccino unfeasible, but the car carried on for sale in Japan in Type2 guise until late 1997, and personally imported examples continue to hit UK docks.

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Nissan Mixim Concept Car

The Mixim concept car is a compact vehicle for young drivers who are mostly engaged by their computer and the world via the internet. Powered by Nissan’s ‘Super Motor’ electric motor/generator and using compact lithium-ion batteries, Mixim has unusually rapid performance combined with a usefully extended range. One Super Motor powers the front axle and a second drives the rear axle, giving Mixim all-wheel drive. Mixim takes the most up-to-date electric vehicle (EV) technology and clothes.

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2010 Porsche 911 GT3

The 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is powered by a 3.8 liter engine developing 435 bhp (320 kW), which is 20 hp more than the previous version, and increased torque. The 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is equipped with the active PASM suspension and a sportier version of the Porsche Stability Management system that offers the option of deactivating the Stability Control (SC) and the Traction Control (TC).

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Lamborghini Gallardo LP560 4

With the new Gallardo LP560-4, Lamborghini once again sets a higher standard for super sports cars. The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is the successor of the most successful Lamborghini model of all time. The powerful heart of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is the new 5.2 litre V10 engine with an output of 560 PS (412 kW) at 8000 rpm. The increase of 40 PS compared with that of the previous Gallardo, and the approximate 20 kilogram reduction in weight, improves the power weight ratio to 2.5 kilograms per PS (hp) and thus enhances performance. At the same time the new, highly efficient engine enthrals its driver with its direct fuel injection system - "Iniezione Diretta Stratificata".

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Toyota Hilux 3.0 G 4x4

Pickup trucks have always possessed a sense of ballsy gravitas about them, the steed of choice of the modern-day Marlboro man if he ditched his horse. For some, it’s about that active lifestyle image that a real manly pickup truck suggests. In many ways, Toyota’s Hilux pickup would do the Marlboro man proud. Bigger than a Mitsubishi Strada. Suddenly, leviathans like Nissan Patrols and Ford Expeditions seem smaller.

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2008 Vauxhall Vectra VXR BTCC

Vauxhall presented yesterday in Rockingham, Northamptonshire the 2008 Vauxhall Vectra VXR BTCC race car. The highlight of the day was the new lap record set by the reigning BTCC Champion Fabrizio Giovanardi. He managed to improve his last year record of the track by more than half a second, lapping the circuit in 1m24.581s.

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Renault Megane 2009

New Renault Megane's interior is extensively equipped with practical, comfort-enhancing features. These include combined analogue/digital instruments incorporating a new, easier to read colour-coded cruise control/speed limiter interface.

New Renault Megane's on-road performance lives up every bit to the high standard promised by its looks, with precision, control and efficiency combining to deliver a particularly enjoyable and reassuring ride. Features include double side impact sensors and dual-chamber airbags as seen on Renault Laguna III and aimed at minimizing the consequences of a side-on collision. desktopmachine

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Volkswagen Scirocco SC 350

The tuners from Sportec have released their Volkswagen Scirocco SC 350 upgrade package for the German model. The Sportec Volkswagen Scirocco SC 350 comes with a performance upgrade and better suspension. To achieve this the Sportec Volkswagen Scirocco SC 350 has a re-programmed ECU, a stainless steel exhaust system, a Sportec turbocharger, a charge-air intercooler and a modified fuel system. zercustoms

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Volvo C70 T5 SE

The new C70 is a very different beast to its predecessor, which was sold as both a fixed-head coupe and soft-top cabrio.

This time, the C70 has a folding steel roof, giving buyers both cars - coupe and convertible - for the price of one. With the roof down on a sunny day, pretty well. It's the punchy 220bhp unit fitted to the awesome Focus ST. The body is suspended by MacPherson struts up front, multi-link suspension at the rear, which makes for a comfy ride around town. carmagazine

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Mansory Aston Martin Vantage AM8

The new series of the Aston Martin Vantage V8 for sure is a favourable bargain, but with the latest Mansory customization here, a superlative purebred sportscar is born.

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The front spoiler comes with an adaptive 4-line grill element, similar to the new 6-line lightweight main radiator grill. The Mansory Aston Martin Vantage AM8 is equiped with special developed Brembo brakes with 405/32 brake discs, 6 piston calipers for the front and 405/28 brake discs, 4 piston calipers for the rear. The Mansory Aston Martin Vantage AM8 will give a new driving experience with the new fully forged aluminium ligthweigth performance wheels. zercustoms

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Mercedes CLK63 AMG

It's not the car that's important, more what's changed under the bonnet. This is our first taste of a road car powered by AMG's new naturally aspirated 6.3-litre V8. True, there was nothing wrong with that engine's outright performance, only the manner in which it was delivered.

The big flat torque curve made it easy to go fast, but it all felt and sounded a bit linear. And it wasn't very efficient: just running the supercharger sapped 100bhp. Stop worrying anyway, the project's been in safe hands of AMG's Powertrain Director, Bernd Ramler. His last job was designing the engine for the Porsche Carrera GT.

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