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Japanese carmaker Mazda wants to make most of their new design language and will implement it to the next gen MX-5 that is set to roll out by 2012.

Mazda has been contemplating about revising their sports car strategy after getting feedback that the current version of the MX-5 is too heavy to fulfill its original ethos.

The new MX-5 is a good candidate for the Nagare design lines inspired by elements from nature like the water and the wind. Mazda was able to produce nice concepts using these design lines back in 2007 and 2006.

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Here comes the Veyron-Killer with its heart derived from a Corvette ZR1 pumping out 1,200 horsepower and its body from Elise with a curb weight of 2,548 pounds.

The tuning firm releases the production-ready version for those willing to write a $1,000,000 check and those who want to get their hands behind the wheels cheaper, rarer, and more aggressive than a Bugatti Veyron.

This car is a dream machine with its American V8 powerplant mid-mounted on its Elise architecture beefed up by Garrett turbos so it can whip out 1,200HP and a monstrous torque of 1,135 lb-ft. The engine is coupled with a 6-speed Ricardo gearbox.

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Recently revealed in a special launch event that took place in Munich, feast your eyes on Volkswagen’s new beauty, the Touareg.

This model is the second generation of this particular SUV. It differs from its first generation predecessor in several ways, including the fact that it is lighter, longer, and lower, which all combine to create even better fuel efficiency.

The SUV is an aerodynamic wonder with a design meant to allow for an even lower Cd value.

Another difference is that the Touareg comes with the option of a hybrid drivetrain.

I really should have been born in France.

I love the French language.

I love French accents.

I love French decor, French food, French history, the French culture, and French wine.

There are an endless number of things I love about France, but more on the topic here, I love French cars and automakers.

So really, does it come as any surprise that I love not only Citroen in general, but also the new concept, the Survolt, in particular?

Even the picture of this car reeks of power. It is one of those vehicles that you can practically hear purring right through a photograph.

It seems like forever since GM has made the news but right now, they are pulling themselves out of the hole that they were in last year.  In fact, in February, their sales were actually up by about 12%.  To continue in the trend, they are actually offering up 0% financing for 60 months on sales that happen during the month of March.

What this means is that there is a fantastic chance for you to get a brand new car from GM and not have to worry about the financing.  This is a sales strategy that I believe is going to certainly work in the benefit of the company.

Not only is it going to bring in more and more business, but it is going to allow people that need a new car to get one.

One thing that we did not expect that would sell out and become extremely popular in the way of trucks is the brand new 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor.  This particular truck is by far one of our favorites; however is that enough to make it America’s most popular?  It seems to be!

The 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor has oversold themselves and the most popular color for the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor?  Well, that is black!  This truck is about $40,000 but still, if you are looking to do a lot of off-roading, the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is definitely it.

Just remember that the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is limited right now – so if you want one, you better get it fast!

Before buying any car, get car insurance quotes from as many insurers as you can possibly get to make sure you get the best possible rates!

Say what you will about Ford, you have to admit that the Focus line of vehicles has gotten pretty popular. At the moment, it is in its second generation — keep that in mind for a minute.

If I am to be completely honest, and as I have probably said before, you could not quite dub me a Ford fanatic. I am not even a Ford aficionado. But I am the first to admit when I have had a change of heart. The 2012 Ford Focus is hot. Even if I never favor another Ford, I have to further admit that this future model definitely tickles my fancy.

It is really a pain to have to wait that long to get a shot at the third generation Focus, which premiered at the recent motor show in Detroit.

The auto market in India is definitely going to start the new year with a bang, thanks to the veritable wealth of concepts due to be unveiled at the Auto Expo 2010 that will take place in New Delhi.

One of the concepts slated for show is the Maruti Suzuki Concept R3, courtesy of Maruti Suzuki India Unlimited, which is said to be the leading company in car manufacturing in India.

In fact, the company will be revealing a number of different concepts at the expo. The R3 concept is special because it was created in house. Its theme — togetherness — also makes it special.

Succinctly, the vehicle is designed to be a neater, more compact kind of MPV. It is made to serve the family, to provide transportation that is not as bulky as many SUVs.

When you think about it – GM has not only had a tough, tough year but they have had a lot of ups and downs.  One good thing about GM right now is that Chris Liddell is in charge and although Chris Liddell does not have an automotive background, he definitely does know what he is doing … maybe.

One thing that I have noticed though and I am not the only one is that Chris Liddell is looking to run his own company.  Could he be on the track to become CEO of GM?  Doubtful in my mind but it might happen.

Right now, Chris Liddell is the CFO and he needs to succeed at that before he even attempts to become CEO of anything.

… and it’s the one and only Lamborghini Gallardo. Vanessa Rousso is one of the most popular poker players of the moment – and I just can’t imagine her paying for this car with her own money. Either GoDaddy, DC Motors or PokerStars hooked her up with this ride – or it’s a gift from poker-player boyfriend Chad Brown.

If she did buy it herself: learn something about the car you just bought before you hand out interviews pimping it, girl!