Aston Martin V12 Vantage

Aston Martin has released the first studio shots of the new Aston Martin V12 Vantage including its detailed information. Based on the V8 version that has received a 6.0-litre V12 engine, Aston Martin V12 Vantage may outputs 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage acceleration time is 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.2 seconds and reach the top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h).

Aston Martin V12 Vantage reducing its weight with the optional lightweight seats, lighter forged aluminum wheels, lightweight inner rear quarter panels, and ceramic brakes.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage will make its public debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show starting on March 3rd and will be build between 300 and 500 units a year with deliveries starting in the third quarter of 2009.

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Lexus RX350 and Lexus RX450h

Lexus RX350 which previously was unavailable for the for Japanese market has been launched.

Lexus RX350 features an Active Torque Control system that optimizes torque to the front and rear wheels. Lexus RX350 is powered by a V6 3.5-liter engine coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system.

Alongside with the launching of Lexus RX350, Lexus also announced the Lexus RX450h which will be available from April this year.

Lexus RX450h is powered by the Toyota Hybrid System II with a motor speed reduction device and E-Four. Lexus RX450h has a V6 3.5-liter engine developing 249 PS at 6,000 rpm and 317 Nm of torque at 4,800 rpm and a front motor with an output of 167 PS and 335 Nm of torque.

Lexus RX350 price for Japanese market will starts at 4.6 million yen, while Lexus RX450h price will starts at 5.7 million yen.

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Lincoln C Concept

Lincoln C Concept has been premiered at the Detroit Auto Show. Powered by a 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine coupled with Ford’s dry and dual-clutch PowerShift six-speed transmission, Lincoln C Concept may develops 180 horsepower and 180 ft.-lbs. of torque.

Lincoln C Concept is the company’s newest “big idea” for a small luxury car which is able to offer a 43 mpg fuel economy on the highway.

Lincoln C Concept also features an In-Car Companion, called EVA. EVA is a life-like avatar that connects the driver to the vehicle.

Lincoln C Concept showcases a human machine interface (HMI) and in-car connectivity technologies that aim to facilitate social networking.

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