Rename Lexus LF-A supercar

The company plans to rename the supercar Lexus LF-A, reversing the letters in its name on "A" to "L". This letter will indicate the participation of a specially prepared version of this car in the marathon 24 Hours of Le Mans. " As the site 7Tune with reference to the Japanese magazine Holiday Auto, formerly in the Japanese media as the information that the name of the model can be changed to "SS550", where the figures indicate the impact the engine.

According to preliminary information, will be equipped with new 4.8-liter ten-cylinder engine capacity of 550 horsepower, working together with the six-speed robotized gearbox. As the site explains 7Tune, transmission will have four operating modes, including fully automatic and sportivnyy.Krome that, in accordance with the chosen regime change and customize the system stabilization, the angle of attack the rear antiwings and other systems.

Expected that the novelty will be issued a limited edition of 500 copies, of which 120-150 are planned exercise machines in Japan. The cost of super in the local market will be about 22 million yen, while in Europe - 290 thousand euros. The world premiere of LF-L will be held in October this year MOTORSHOW in Tokyo.

Mazda is preparing a launch sales of its best-seller - Mazda3

If the beauty of the girl you have not been able to examine a car, say that the second generation Mazda3 is significantly different from the previous one. The Japanese did not hesitate to change shape, become so popular not only in our country.



The new "troika" has become like a sport. The front has a wide "smile" radiator grates. In two additional air intake on the edges of the front bumper fog lights hidden. Wheel arches have become more convex. On the dash board has a beautiful, rising from the front bumper to zadnemu.Mazda3 is still available in two body types: sedan and hatchback. In profile sedan looks more like a former model, rather than the five-door bodyshell. A hatchback introduced additional "fortochka" at the back door. This controversial decision to allow the glass sink to the end. Quite a few changes in the cabin. Plastic has become softer, and finish fine.



Changed and the prices of popular models. The most affordable Mazda3 in bundling Direct with 1.6 liter engine and the MCP is proposed for 637 thousand rubles. Version with an automatic in the Touring is a complete set of 770 thousand.

Mercedes has shown new E-Class wagon

The new generation E-Class from Mercedes is expanding. At this time, premium line of cars were added to Stuttgart universal. In a network, the first official photos of Mercedes new items.
The third member of the updated E-Class looks no different from the previous two - sedan and coupe. Apart form the rear of the body, of course. Before universal entirely repeats приглянувшиеся buyers Mercedes strict line of expensive cars.

Updated touring became slightly longer and wider than the current version of the "cargo" E-class. By increasing the dimensions of the car should be more comfortable for passengers, as well as more convenient for transportation of things. According to the manufacturer, E-Class Estate will be the largest in the premium segment. According to some sources, the maximum amount of luggage is almost 2 thousand liters (1950 liters). Incidentally, the back door of the machine opens automatically on a signal from the electronic ignition key or by pressing the button on its handle.

The new E-Class has to start with a number of innovative solutions such as system controls the degree of driver fatigue, automatic braking in case of an immediate threat of collision and the system of adaptive management of the head light. In addition to these innovations, the car is in production is also equipped with a rear air-suspension with adjustable ground clearance.

The new E-Class Estate has as standard equipped with nine airbags. Among them - knee airbag for the driver and the air bags to protect the pelvic girdle of the occupants. Line of engines offered for the Mercedes E-class Estate, will remain the same as that for the new sedan. Among the petrol engines will read 3.5-liter V6 power of 288 hp masthead and a 5-liter V8 power of 382 "horses". Among the diesel engine - 4-cylinder engine capacity of 168 hp, 201-strong unit volume turbocharged 2.5 liter and 3.5-liter V6 power of 228 hp In early 2010 they added a few more options for engines.

The official debut of the car to be held at the Motor Show in Frankfurt, which will be held in September this year. Home sales scheduled for November this year - a new station wagon will be in dealer showrooms of European brands. According to a press release the company, orders for the new E-Class estate in Russia will be accepted from December 2009.

In Germany, the car will be sold at a price of 55.2 to 70.2 thousand euros for a complete set with petrol engines, the Autobild. Universale equipped with diesel units, will cost from 44.8 to 54.2 thousand euro.

Lexus is preparing a hatchback Golf Class

Get ready for the birth of "Baby-Lexus! Luxury division of Toyota prepares to add the Golf hatchback class in its model lineup. The pre-series prototype debut very soon - in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Toyota bosses will now hold all the information in the strictest secret, known only the name of the concept-kara - C-Premium.

Today, the issuance of a limo so expensive crossovers is full you will not be, and to grow - so that, to evolve - just hard to stand on their feet in our time of financial instability, it is necessary to sacrifice image - as in the anecdote about the new Russian, suffered thirst, which flop in the puddle and started drinking from it greedily.

Lexus aims at that market segment, which is now very popular just among premium car manufacturers. New product will compete with such models as the BMW 1 and the Audi A3. The car, which is likely to receive a letter code LS or CS, is based on a modified platform of Toyota Auris and this will be the first front-driver "Lexus."

Mazda" finished block with a multimillion loss

Net loss of one of the largest car manufacturers in Japan - "Mazda Motor" - for I quarter 2009-2010 financial year ending 30 June. was accounted for 21.52 billion yen ($ 229 million), while during the same period a year earlier the company gained a net profit of 14.98 billion yen ($ 159 million).
Sales of "Mazda Motor" for I quarter 2009-2010 financial year fell by 44.5% - up to 428.23 billion yen ($ 4.55 billion), compared with 771.83 billion yen ($ 8.2 billion) a year earlier. Operating loss for the period amounted to 27.98 billion yen ($ 297 million), while in the I quarter of 2008-2009 financial year the company received an operating profit of 28.26 billion yen ($ 300 million).

"Mazda" connects losses during the reporting period, in particular with the global economic crisis that led to falling demand for cars.

Remember, the net losses of the group "Nissan Motor Co." on the basis of I quarter 2009-2010 financial year amounted to 16.5 billion yen ($ 170 million) against a profit of 52.8 billion yen ($ 540 million) received during the same period a year earlier.

Profit before tax "Honda Motor Co." on the basis of I quarter 2009-2010 financial year fell by 97.6% - up to 5.46 billion yen ($ 57 million), compared with 224.22 billion yen ($ 2.36 billion) a year earlier.

Sales volume "Honda Motor" for the reporting period decreased by 30.2% and amounted to 2 trillion yen ($ 21.03 billion), while in the I quarter of 2008-2009 fiscal year, sales totaled 2.87 trillion yen ($ 30.19 billion).

Also remember a net loss for the second-largest car manufacturer in Europe, "PSA Peugeot Citroen SA" in the first half of 2009 amounted to 962 million, while during the same period a year earlier the company gained a net profit of $ 733 million.

New Mercedes-Benz E-Class has become a leader in its market segment

Sales of new Mercedes-Benz E-Class successfully launched throughout the world since their beginning in spring 2009, customers were handed over more than 40 000 vehicles. Mercedes-Benz expects further sales growth in the coming months in connection with the start of sales in key markets including the United States and China.



Mercedes-Benz Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars said: "The new E-Class sedan has become the market leader, demonstrating how he was received positively by our customers. The new coupe is also very popular thanks to a dynamic design and a new generation of efficient engines. We are very pleased to positive response to the new model, as well as the E-Class has always been particularly important for Mercedes-Benz. He embodies the characteristic of the brand safety, comfort and quality. The new E-Class sets standards in the economy segment of the business class. "



New Mercedes-Benz E-Class models have demonstrated unsurpassed fuel economy. Four-and six-cylinder engine, mounted on the sedan, equipped with a system of direct injection and consume much less fuel than their predecessors. E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY with direct injection has a capacity of 135 hp kVt/184 and consumes only 7.2 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers. Four engines mounted on the E-class coupe also consume significantly less fuel, while having greater power, coupled with high torque. Thus, the diesel engine in the E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY consumes just 5.1 liters of fuel per 100 km, while CO2 emissions amount to only 135 g / km, making it one of the most economical and environmentally friendly cars in its class.



Mercedes-Benz New Mercedes-Benz E-Class - the successor of one of the most popular and successful models of Mercedes-Benz in the world. Approximately 1.5 million sedans and universals previous E-Class model family of W 211 have been sold worldwide since its release to the market six years ago. Over the past 60 years, eight generations Sedan E-Class admired brand among customers - about 10 million people have become owners of the most successful business sedan in the world.

Hybrid Mazda appear in 2013

If the auto manufacturers will come to a mutually agreed, Mazda will be the first hybrid on the market already in 2013 - that is for 2 years before the subject of its own design.

Argued that it is the licensing for the production of individual components of a hybrid power plant Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive, as well as the rechargeable batteries used in hybrids largest Japanese auto manufacturer. Both companies have not yet confirmed this information, but does not expressly denied it. At this time, Mazda has a model number of only one hybrid, while difficult to identify own development. This SUV Mazda Tribute Hybrid, which is in fact technically identical models of Ford Escape Hybrid. In addition, the model is sold only in one place on the planet - in the U.S. state of California, so to speak of mass do not have to.
Toyota Motor is currently in a very advantageous position in terms of hybrid technology. As the largest and oldest of the developer, the company has the expertise and experience that when licensing them to other car manufacturers Toyota could bring considerable revenue. The popularity of hybrids in the world is increasing rapidly, so Toyota can only use this situation to benefit.

This year, Mazda uzhu stated that intends to develop its own hybrid scheme, but the mass production of automobiles with a combined power plant will not say before the year 2015. In the event that there is agreement on the licensing of technology Toyota, the first hybrid Mazda will be able to enter the market in 2013. It should be noted that Toyota Motor already has a successful history of selling licenses for the production of Hybrid Synergy Drive. An example is a hybrid version of Nissan Altima Hybrid, are offered in the United States.

Mazda is preparing to submit an updated version of RX-8 coupe

The car show in September at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt.

Appearance RX-8 will be finalized in accordance with the latest stylistic trends in models of Mazda3 and Mazda6. This primarily refers to the optics and design of the front part, especially the grille. Lighting RX-8 will be changed only in part: poyatsya new headlamps and lanterns will remain the same, but will be LED. Will aerodynamic false weight, including the spoiler on the lid of the luggage.
In the salon refreshed instrument panel design. The standard equipment of the car will get sports seats Recaro, with a combination of natural leather upholstery and fabrics, trehspitsevy wheel. In the basic version will install 19-inch alloy wheels, covered with dark gray paint, Bose sound system with nine speakers, Bluetooth. In the minimum configuration Mazda RX-8 is equipped with ABS, electronic stability and differential increased friction. While the company did not provide an updated model of the official photos.

Rotary engines remain the same: power - 231 horsepower, torque - 211 Nm. In combination with 6-speed manual transmission car, accelerate to 100 km / h in 6.4 with. Maximum speed is 234 km / h. Publication Motor und Sport claims that in Germany offered only «mechanics», in other European countries, probably, too. The cost of the updated car will be about 38 000 Euro (54 000 USD) in Germany.

Mazda will celebrate the anniversary model MX-5 Special Version

The company introduced a special modification of Mazda MX-5 roadster, which was designed in honor of 20 anniversary of the model. As stated in the official press release, the first MX-5 came in 1989 and has over 11 years, in May 2000, entered the Guinness Book of Records as the most popular open double car in the world. At the moment around the world sold about 860 thousand copies of MX-5.

From the normal Mazda MX-5 news may be distinguished by shildikam with the inscription "20th Anniversary", chrome wells fog lamps, 17-inch wheels, aluminum alloy with 205/45 tires dimension and Recaro sports seats with dichromatic finish. Special edition roadster will be painted in white color and will be equipped with dvuhlitrovym gasoline engine power 160 hp. Modifications to the soft top is available with a six-step "mechanics" and from the metal - with a six-speed "automatic".

Spetsversiya Mazda MX-5 will be offered exclusively on the Japanese market, where the vehicle is sold under the name Roadster. The most accessible version of new items will cost 2 million 860 thousand yen (about 21 thousand euros), a mast-head - 3 million 110 thousand yen (about 23 thousand euros).

Lexus ready for sale new hybrid car

Japanese Concern Lexus at the end of August will begin selling a new hybrid car HS 250h outside the rising sun.

Manual Lexus has announced that North American drivers will be able to buy HS 250h hybrid sedan, in a standard set of 34 000 dollars. The model in the more affluent the equipment will cost 36 970 dollars.

In the base car has received a powerful stereo system with 10 speakers, leather trim, 17-inch alloy wheels and 10 airbags. In completing Premium added heated and cooled front seats, drives the dimension of 18-inch, wood inserts, navigation, and many other features for comfortable travel.

Automobile, whose premiere was held in Detroit, completed with a total capacity of the installation of a hybrid 187 hp In this system, includes 2.4 liter gasoline engine, 40-strong electric motor and stepless Variator. Average fuel consumption in vehicles is about 4.3 liters per 100 km.

Little Lexus was named

As reported, Lexus is preparing to release a new model, which is to rival the first series BMW. It became known that a novelty called the Lexus CT. All three options will be the car: CT 200h, CT 300h and CT 400h.

The name stands for compact tourer, a compact station wagon.

Rumored debut of new items will be held this year at the Tokyo Motor Show (on other data, the vehicle may have to show in Frankfurt) and the serial version will be released for sale in 2010, said 4WheelsNews.com.