It has been months since the new generation of the Porsche 911 was unveiled. Of course, the legend that it is, it has earned the respect of car enthusiasts everywhere.

Initially released as a coupe, a convertible version is soon to come out in early 2012. This is the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet.

Exterior

The convertible seems to be just as attractive as the coupe. Featuring an all aluminum body shell just like the coupe, the cabriolet also features a unique hood that features the use of lightweight materials such as magnesium. Because of the weight savings, improvements in fuel efficiency, handling, and comfort are all going to be expected.

Performance

The same engine options for the coupe are also going to be offered for the cabriolet. For the Carrera trim, the engine of choice is the trademark 3.4 liter flat 6 engine that produces 350 horsepower. A seven gear manual gearbox distributes this power to the rear wheels.

As for the higher end Carrera S, a 3.8 liter 6 cylinder engine with a maximum output of 400 horsepower is installed, with the same 7 speed gearbox featured as standard equipment. But it doesn’t only feature a robust performance; it also has better fuel efficiency.

And for those that want to up performance even more, an optional PDK transmission is also available.

The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is an evolution in the truest sense. The legend that refuses to die has done it again.

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The 2013 Peugeot 107 3-Door will bring a new sense of style and sophistication to car lovers all over the world. This new car will bring future owners the comfort of city driving and the fuel efficiency that everyone is looking for.

Its new, sleek, and improved look will surely make this car one of the top choices for an elegant and comfortable ride.

Simple Performance

In the 2013 Peugeot 107, the car runs on a 1.0i 5 speed manual and two-tronic manual engine. People can choose between a 3 door and a 5 door version of the Peugeot 107. Familiarity won’t be a problem because it still has a convenient simple range. Since most car owners are looking for a car that they already know, the improved Peugeot 107 will definitely satisfy that need.

Green

The company also wants to give people a car that addresses the constant change in our fast paced world. Thus, the creation of the Peugeot 107. Peugeot also gave this car a better chance to become environment friendly and efficient. This new car also helps keep the environment clean because it is able to lower its Carbon Dioxide emissions to 99 g/km for the manual version and 104 g/km for the two-tronic engine.

People will also be able to save every single dollar that they can with its fuel efficient engine. The all new Peugeot 107 can reduce fuel consumption for the manual engine at 62 mpg (4.3 liters per 100 kilometers). While the two-tronic version will be able to reduce the fuel consumption at 59 mpg (4.5 liters/100 km).

Interior

It also has an improved audio system that allow users to drive comfortably in the city. The car's steering wheel is also fitted with steering wheel paddles which make maneuvering and controlling the car a breeze.

This new generation car will also be offering consumers different roof bars and boxes to help transport bikes, skis and so much more. The company is also going to launch more accessories to help enhance the performance and agility of the 2013 Peugeot 107 3-Door.

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Cadillac launched its 2013 Cadillac ATS at the Detroit Auto Show which would be GM’s contender in the compact luxury sedan segment currently ruled by BMW and Audi.

This segment is the biggest luxury car segment in the world and GM is betting big on the ATS to make its mark here.

Stylish Design

The Cadillac ATS is being rolled out on an all-new platform with rear-wheel-drive. Cadillac is quite proud of the car’s design. In the ATS, Cadillac’s Art and Science design language has been borrowed from the larger CTS sedan with flat surfaces and angular lines seen across the body.

The design is not just aesthetically pleasing but has ensured that the new ATS is significantly lighter than the competition. In fact, keeping the car light was one of the core design objectives for the vehicle and every component was considered for alternate lighter options without compromising on functionality.

Lightweight

The car uses door trim panels of natural fiber, aluminum hood and engine mount blocks of magnesium to ensure low overall weight of the vehicle. The car is 100 pounds lighter than the Audi A4 despite having much more powerful engine under the hood. High power to weight ratio makes this car quite nimble on its feet and promises to be a pleasure for enthusiasts.

Performance

The Cadillac ATS is available in 3 engine options. At the lower end, 2.5 liter 4-cylinder in line would produce 200 hp which should return a good fuel economy at 30mpg on highway. The most interesting options would be 2.0 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine which will churn out 270 hp and the 3.6 liter V6 with an output of 318 hp.

The first impressions of ATS suggest that it would be a great performance car with high power to weight ratio. The car is expected to be quick and nimble and should be fun to drive. While looks are subject to individual preference, the biggest selling point for ATS is surely going to be its performance and its lightweight design.

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This was one car that was not ever produced. Ever since being designed and built by Holden back in 1969, it was relegated primarily to backwater locations, languishing in dirty and unkempt garages until someone thought of trying to find this car and try to restore it.

Ahead of its Time

The Hurricane Concept car is truly one of kind and special car. Not only did it have the engine at the back of the driver, thereby making it a mid engine car, it also was the very first car to have a digital read out of its instruments. Not only that, the Hurricane was even the very first car to have a sort of navigational driver aid and a rear view camera.

This is something that we now take for granted but in the 1970s, they had no technology that can effectively do what we use now, that is satellites for GPS navigation. Instead, it relied on a system of embedded magnets on the road to be able to read where the car is going and give instructions on where to guide the driver.

Performance

Even the design of the car seems to be reminiscent of today’s high performance mid engine cars. The engine is a 4.2 liter V8 that produces 262 hp, which in 1969 was already quite a handful.

Other things that were duly noted on the car was an automatic air-conditioning that maintained the temperature inside the cabin and the use of what was a then none existent inertia reel seatbelt, also something that we take for granted nowadays.

The 2013 Infiniti IPL G Convertible had made its debut recently at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The IPL G Convertible exterior features integrated fog lights along with black finishers, round chrome exhaust tips, and sculpted side sills.

This model is only available in two exterior colors: Malbec Black and Moonlight White.

Performance

The Infiniti IPL G Convertible is powered by 3.7liter VQ37HR V-6 engine that generates an output of 348 horsepower and 276 lb-ft of torque, which is 18 horsepower and 6 lb-ft greater than non IPL models. This is mated with an electronically controlled seven-speed automatic transmission featuring Downshift Rev Matching and quick-shift DS mode that have magnesium paddle shifter and Adaptive Shift Control.

Design

The Infinity IPL G Convertible features an upgraded four-wheel sport brakes that includes four-piston calipers and 14-inch discs located upfront, and a two-piston caliper and 13.8-inch discs on the rear area. This model offers luxury features such as full leather trim with IPL logo embroidering on the seats and front floor mats, red-stitched steering wheel, aluminum pedals and footrest, and manual thigh extension and driver’s power torso and thigh support adjustment.

Interior

Other features include a 13-speaker Bose stereo, front seat headrest speakers, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, and navigation with real time weather and traffic information. The safety features include supplemental front air bags along with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensors. The back seats are installed with fixed head rest with rear Pop-up Roll Bars.

The Infiniti IPL G Convertible is set to hit the showrooms by spring of 2012.

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