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Mar 18
For the very first time, Euro NCAP can now release data on ESC (Electronic Stability Control) performance, thanks to the investigation and research work of Thatcham. The Berkshire based research centre evaluated over 40 new vehicles on the track, based on the internationally recognised GTR (Global Technical Regulation) procedure. The programme funded by Euro NCAP, tested those vehicle makes and models which were originally crash-tested by the European safety organisation in 2009. Data received will assist the efforts of Euro NCAP, Thatcham and other safety experts in establishing an ESC performance rating in the future.
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Mar 18
The latest plans for McLaren Automotive’s global launch of a range of high-performance sports cars were announced today (March 18) including performance data from recent testing programmes, details of the car’s innovative construction, and new technologies inspired by Formula 1.
Indicative performance data from the most recent test sessions are confirming the development team’s confidence in producing a car of exceptional out-and-out performance as well as quality, safety, comfort, and efficiency levels. The 12C is set to present new standards in the sports car market:
| 0 – 200 km/h |
under 10 sec |
| 200 – 0 km/h |
under 5 sec |
| 100 – 0 km/h |
under 3 sec / 30m; less than seven car lengths |
| V-max |
over 200 mph |
| ¼ mile |
around 11 sec |
| CO2 |
under 300g/km |
| Lightest dry weight |
around 1300kgs |
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Mar 18
Major investment and job opportunities in the UK’s high-tech manufacturing industry were confirmed today (March 18), as McLaren Automotive announced details of its range of innovative high-performance sports cars and the start of construction of the McLaren Production Centre (MPC).
The MPC, a 32,000m² high-tech manufacturing facility located at McLaren Group’s headquarters in Woking, England, began construction on March 1 2010 following a design from Foster + Partners, the same architects behind the award-winning McLaren Technology Centre (MTC). The new facility will be completed in just 12 months, with the first MP4-12C high-performance sports cars moving through the MPC production line in spring 2011.
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Mar 18
Lexus’s full hybrid LS 600h limousine gains more advanced technology and more passenger comfort for 2010, reinforcing its position as one of the most sophisticated and luxurious cars on the market.
The revised range now centres on the five-seat LS 600h L long-wheelbase model, equipped with a Rear Seat Relaxation Package.
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Mar 18
Michelin is more closely aligning its printed publications – maps, tourist guides and hotel & restaurant guides – with the ViaMichelin digital services offering, thereby giving today’s traveller quick and easy access to all of Michelin’s highly reliable tourist information on a new website: www.Travel.ViaMichelin.com
ViaMichelin and Michelin Green Guides will together open the doors to a large tourist information and services database that has been in the making for more than 100 years. This offer will bring together all content from the Green Guide collection, which has been fully renewed for the occasion by integrating it with ViaMichelin’s digital technology.
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Mar 18
“The fourth month of consecutive growth in new car production is encouraging news for industry. Manufacturers and government need to work together to ensure that there is continued investment in new products and technology to sustain future growth,” said SMMT chief executive, Paul Everitt. “Sterling movement has made UK-built products more competitive, enabling the UK to work through challenging economic conditions. UK-built engines and vehicles are exported to over 100 markets worldwide, offering some resilience to local market conditions. Industry looks to next week’s Budget to maintain stability in demand through continued investment in new products.”
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Mar 18
Order books have opened for Aygo Black, a new version of Toyota’s friendly and frugal city car.
Aygo Black comes with a choice array of sports styling features, building on the specification of the Aygo+ model with additional Alcantara and leather upholstery, a leather-trimmed sports steering wheel, leather gear shift knob (manual models), 14-inch alloy wheels and Tempest Black metallic exterior paint finish.
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Mar 18
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., further underlined its commitment to zero emission leadership today by announcing that the Nissan LEAF will be manufactured at its plant in Sunderland, UK.
Nissan LEAF – the first in a range of forthcoming Nissan electric vehicles (EVs) – is the world’s first affordable, mass produced zero emission car and embodies Nissan’s vision for an environmentally sustainable future for road transport.
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