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The MX-3 model from Mazda was one of the most popular in Canada and the reasons for that are quite understandable. This car had many good features and the advantages of owning one were clear to many Canadians.
One reason that the Mazda MX-3 was so popular in Canada is that it was the first redesigned style of the car for the time period. This new look starting in 1992 gave the car a modern appearance and it was distinctly anything but the box-like form that the previous model had.
One of the main advantages of owning a Mazda MX-3, however, was the fact that it was a sports coupe that could hold up to four passengers. This made it extremely popular among Canadians who wanted something that not only looked good and was sporty, but which was also practical.
The Mazda MX-3 also has different engines to choose from, including a six cylinder one that had a great top speed and acceleration rate. This engine was one of the best of its kind during the years this particular model of Mazda was being produced and it attracted many people to the car.
On top of all that, in 1993 a limited Special Edition Mazda MX-3 was sold only in Canada to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Mazda in the country. This special edition car had a lot of great features, like a V6 engine, leather interior and custom 15 wheels. Only a couple thousand of these cars were sold and that only increased the popularity of this model in Canada.

The Aston Martin DB9 which was first introduced to the market in 2003 is considered by many to be the most beautiful car ever made and there are several sound reasons to back up that claim. Basically, everything about this model is excellent and there are a couple variants of this car to choose from, as well as improvements made to the models manufactured during the production times. This super car is still being made today and unlike other cars from Aston Martin is more readily available since more of the DB9 have been produced.
The beautiful Aston Martin DB9 is categorized as a grand tourer. This sports car is made of only the best materials available for the interior and the exterior. The inside is pure luxury, while the outer appearance is simple and elegant. The chassis is lighter than for other cars in this class due to the construction made of bonded aluminum. The Aston Martin DB9 successfully integrated the classic Aston Martin looks with modern features to create a flowing look to the car.

According to the automotive grapevine, Japanese car manufacturer Toyota is now thinking about releasing a baby version of FT-86 sports car. The Baby FT-86 is rumored to carry Toyotas 3SZ-VE engine, which is a 1.5-liter inline-4. The engine can generate 109 bhp of power. This new car is set to rival Honda CR-Z and other models in that range. The announced working price will also be at least $5000 cheaper than the standard FT-86.
There are still very scarce information about the new car, but the launch is slates some time in 2012. However, no official announcements have been made by Toyota yet. Meanwhile, the FT-86 sports car will go on sale on 2011. The price tag isnt fixed yet, but the company did say that its going to be only slightly pricier than $20,000. Earlier, Toyota promised consumers that it will be selling the FT-86 lover that $20,000.
It seems that the Japanese car manufacturer underestimated its production costs, though. The FT-86 concept was first introduced in 2009, and is the much-anticipated successor to AE86. The two-door rear-driven sports car received a warm welcome when it was launched in the Geneva Motor Show recently.

Switzer Performance recently released their tweaked version of the Porsche 911 GT2.
The version of Switzer was pumped up to output 911 horsepower or about 291 hp better than what the recently unveiled GT2 RS can give out. The 911 figure is not a coincidence but a good iteration of the Porsche 911.
Everything about the Switzer R911S kicks off from the P800 GT2 kit of the Ohio based tuning firm, and everything else moves forward from there. Engineers say that they were able to tap into the 911 hp potential of the car because of their massive in-house intercoolers and they also mentioned about racing fuel.
The suspension of the vehicle was also reworked using titanium front strut and a suspension reservoir from JRZ. The springs are also hand selected.

Someones going to Gotham City with these wheels. When Terry Cook, owner of Deco Rides in New Jersey, expressed his desire to create something special, we knew there were going to be snags along the way.
The owner of the company that generates bodies for Gen II Boattail Speedsters wanted something along the lines of a Delahaye and a Bugatti. This meant that the project was going to be extremely expensive. Second, Cook didnt want to cut an original.
What Cook did was to work from one of the composite bodies he already had. Then, he modified the details radically to incorporate the design ideas (already belonging to past cars) in his vision. While the core body was created by cook and Chip Foose some eight years ago, a lot of other design details were drawn from classic automobiles.
For example, the enclosed pontoon fenders in the body were notably drawn from a 30s Delahaye. The grille of the vehicle is also a chopped replica of the Type 57 line. Right on top of the radiator, you will also find a replica of the Hispano Suiza stork, while the vents on each rocker panel were steel-stamped and welded in to place.

Ford has announced its team up with the DUB Magazine and Roush Industries in the production of a 2011 Mustang DUB Edition. This new lineup is designed for the new generation of Mustang buyers.
Incidentally, the DUB edition of Fords Mustang will sport a Roush front fascia, lowering springs, rear-quarter covers for the windows, graphic stripes and 20-inch TIS wheels. These wheels will also be covered by Pirelli high-performance tires. The interior of the DUB edition isnt overlooked, either. Ford said that DUB embroidered headrests will be used for the front seats.
The DUB edition Mustang will be powered by a 3.7-liter V6 which can generate up to 305 horsepower. The engine can also produce a maximum of 280 pound-feet of torque. Paired with a six-speed transmission (which is available in either automatic or manual), and a rear axle that has a 3.1 gear ratio, the new generation Mustang is definitely going to be a crowd pleaser.

Volkswagen is determined to be the leader of the pack by 2018 and that can only be done if they lead the automotive world in every possible segment including the pack of EVs and hybrids. Recently Volkswagen disclosed plans of making electric powertrains, and it is planning to expand its range of electric vehicles in the next few years.
The hybrid technology of Volkswagen is featured at the Geneva Motor Show through the Touareg Hybrid. Next year, VW will test run about 500 electric powered Golfs across the globe.
The EV onslaught of Volkswagen will muscle its way in the segment with the hybrid version of the Jetta coming to North America by 2012. Insiders also tipped us about a mini-EV that will be launched by 2013. The small car will derive inspiration from the concept car E-Up unveiled last year. The small electric car will be the first mass production EV of the brand that will be trailed by the Golf and Jetta in EV configuration. The Passat will eventually follow suit.

Lexus released the details about its new compact hybrid the 2011 CT 200h that is to be unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The small green car will go through the production pipe by the end of the year and will be sold across their global market. This means that the CT 200h will most likely be showcased at your local dealerships.
The Japanese automaker aims to magnet a younger and new segment of customers to revamp their current client base which is considered to be the oldest in the industry. The CT 200h is strategically packed with funky features from the hybrid technology, gadgets, and multi-function interface called Remote Touch in the interior.

The development of the CT 200h had Lexus thinking about their market in Europe and possible rivals like the A3 by Audi and 1-Series by BMW in mind. The design lines of the hybrid are very similar to the ones used by their concept car LF Ch that was uncovered last year. The LF Ch featured Lexus elements and a 5-door body setup.
Lexus explains that the CT 200h will be using a new platform that uses MacPherson strut up front with a new anti-roll bar. The rear makes use of a trailing arm and a double wishbone setup.

Automotive Engineer magazine commissioned the design team of Lotus to come up with a concept that may live up to the EV expectations of being a city-centric vehicle.
The magazine team wanted to sea what the future city car can look like being an all purpose, functional, and efficient electric vehicle. The demand is changing to smaller engine vehicles which can help consumers save money through better fuel efficiency.
Automotive Engineer challenged the Lotus Design team to improve on the design of the Toyota iQ and Smart ForTwo. The two teams had a brainstorming session to know about some technical aspects and basically have a brief of the idea.
It was agreed that the car should be able to take 2 people with luggage or at max 4 people. The requirements set are not really for the off road kind of ride but more of an average European drive. The EV will be designed to run on a cruising speed of 40mph and a top speed of about 65mph.

Nissan gives a preview of the electric vehicle it will formally launch this August 2. The car will be the first EV the Japanese car maker will be releasing in Japan and the United States by 2010.
Nissan developed a new platform for the electric vehicle which can serve as the DNA for future models to be housed in the same design. The engine of the electric vehicle will be powered by lithium ion batteries.
The dedicated platform also allowed Nissan to be more liberal about the design and gave it an all electric vehicle look. As seen on the micro website prepared by Nissan, it seems that the production model of the EV will have a charging socket right on the front-center of the bonnet.
The electric powertrain can output about 109hp but with an amazing torque of 206lb-ft. The battery pack of the vehicle is installed on the floor. The car also uses regenerative braking power to charge the cells when the car slows down and stops.