German tuner Mansory has already made quite a splash with its tuning programs for the Bentley Continental GTC and Rolls Royce Phantom Conquistador. This time they reintroduce their weight-saving Renovatio program for the famous Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren supercar with a two-tone black&white paint job. Because the original Renovatio's color of fake gold was just too disgusting, I suppose.

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Lexmaul has finally offered its first tuning program for the Volvo C30 T5 sporty three-door hatchback. Trying to make the C30 T5 an equal to the red-hot VW Golf GTI, the German tuner equipped the car with its own PPC ECU engine upgrade and a high-flow exhaust system adding extra 30hp and 80Nm of torque to the original 230hp and 320Nm of the turbocharged five-cylinder powerplant.

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The sporty 2009 Audi S3 (both the three-door hatchback and the five-door Sportback models) will soon get a trendy 7-speed twin-clutch S-Tronic DSG gearbox. While helping to drive down the vehicle's fuel consumption by 0.8 mpg from 33.2 to 34 mpg (6.92 L/100km), the new transmission will also increase the S3's recommended price by 4 - 5 percent.

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The long-awaited (at least, by some guys in the oil-reach countries) Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S is basically the same SLR Roadster featuring the 722 Edition and a canvas soft top folding roof.

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The Aston Martin DBS grand tourer will soon receive a number of updates including new Bang & Olufsen BeoSound 13-speaker audio system, 2+2 seating option, new 10-spoke 20-inch lightweight wheels and the new Touchtronic 2 automatic transmission. The vehicle's current manual box will remain standard for the James Bond's car.

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Based on the 2009 Ford Mustang GT, the new Saleen Dark Horse sports car features a 620hp, 600lb-ft (812Nm) supercharged V8 engine with forged aluminum pistons, forged steel connecting rods, and a forged steel crankshaft.

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Hyundai has finally revealed some official info on its Santa Fe Hybrid SUV technology study. Although the concept SUV sports a fuel consumption of only 6.2L/100km (38 mpg US), not the previously announced 5.35L/100km (44 mpg US) level, the gasoline-electric Santa Fe would still be quite an interesting product if it ever hits Hyundai's dealerships.

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Trying to force its way into the lower premium segment, Ford Europe keeps introducing so called Individual Packages to its most popular models. First it was 2009 Ford Mondeo, S-Max, Galaxy and the 2009 Ford Fiesta, and now the company says that there will be an Individual Package for the 2009 Ford Kuga compact SUV.

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German tuner RUF will reportedly soon reveal its first electric vehicle, which will compete against such players as the new Tesla Roadster and the British Lightning GT EV. Equipped with a 150kW (201hp) electric motor, the car will feature healthy 650Nm (479lb-ft) of torque and will reach the 100km/h mark in some four seconds.

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It looks like different flavors of limited edition Fiat 500's will soon outnumber the original, plain and simple, super mini.

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Well, it's been only one week as the U.S. tuner Vorsteiner revealed its tuning package for the 2008 BMW M3 (E92) sports car. And now the company introduces its Black Widow tuning kit for the outrageous Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series.

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Mercedes-Benz will soon officially reveal its S400 BlueHYBRID, which is the first hybrid-powered luxury car with the tri-star emblem on its hood. Equipped with a modified 3.5-liter 299hp V6 petrol engine and a disc-shaped 20hp electric motor, the car features the 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.2 seconds and fuel consumption of only 7.9 liters per 100km (29.8 mpg).

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At the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany, Volkswagen will officially present its 2009 VW Caddy 4Motion van, which will be equipped with the Haldex all-wheel drive system.

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At the international motor show in Paris this October, Kia is going to present a number of cutting-edge products, including a gasoline-electric hybrid-powered concept model based on the current Cee'd compact hatchback.

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Maserati, which is to Ferrari like Placido Domingo to Eros Ramazzotti, has revealed a concept version of its new breath-taking race car. Based on the Maserati GranTurismo S grand tourer, the Maserati GranTurismo MC Corse Concept is Trident's bet for the Italian GT3 Cup accreditation. And, if everything goes as planned, by the year 2010 we will also see a street-legal version of the car.

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Ford promises to significantly improve mileage figures for the 2009 Lincoln Navigator. Although the mighty luxury SUV will still remain a fuel-thirsty bastard, it will be actually more fuel efficient than its main competition, including the new Lexus LX570, 2009 Cadillac Escalade and the Nissan QX56.

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The Bentley Arnage Final Series is both a message and a messenger. The message is quite simple: we are tired of and are retiring the car that topped Bentley's model range for the last decade. After the Final Series is sold out, the super-luxury sedan will be discontinued and will soon be replaced with its ultra-luxury successor, which will have the Rolls-Royce Phantom in its crosshairs.

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German tuner Hamann will soon offer its new tuning program for the gorgeous Aston Martin V8 Vantage Coupe and Roadster. As usual, the program will include an aero kit, customized suspension and an ECU engine upgrade.

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The new Porsche Panamera four-door hasn't even been revealed yet, but German tuning specialist 9ff has already jumped the gun unveiling its very preliminary tuning sketches.

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The British tuner Mountune Performance has partnered with Ford UK to bring a performance upgrade to the Ford Focus ST warmed-up hatchback. Available at a base price of £1120 (the cost of installation is not included), the tuning kit includes a larger intercooler, a high-flow air filter and new ECU.

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Honda's premium brand has finally announced the recommended U.S. pricing for the 2009 Acura TL mid-size luxury sedan. Available at a base price of $34,955, the car will sport a 3.5-liter, 280hp V6 VTEC engine capable of returning a pretty decent 18 / 26 mpg city / highway fuel economy and meeting California's CARB LEV II ULEV strict emissions standard.

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Spyker Cars has finally revealed its long talked about 2009 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 model, the most powerful version of its C8 supercar. The street-legal monster celebrates Spyker's Le Mans performance and tries to draw some more public attention to the marque.

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Set to be revealed in October at the motor show in Paris, the new panelized 2009 Ford Fiesta Van will have to compete with the Peugeot 207 Van and the likes, offering low operational costs and absolutely zero problems with finding a suitable parking space.

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It looks like Chrysler finally starts to feel somewhat uncomfortable with all these hybrids and electric vehicles speeding to the North American market. With the 2011 Chevy Volt scheduled to enter the market by the end of 2010, Chrysler is reportedly hurrying up to bring its own range of electric cars, including a sporty Dodge EV.

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German tuner Hartge has revealed its engine tuning program for the 2008 BMW 135i hot coupe. With its new ECU unit installed, the 3.0-liter biturbo engine gets its power increased by 44hp to much more impressive 350hp.

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Just before the Paris Motor Show, Fiat has released a set of photos of its 2009 Fiat Abarth 500 esseesse (SS) hot hatchback. Coming equipped with a full body kit and sports interior, the car will probably feature a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and will even sport a Q2 Torsen C limited slip differential!

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Volkswagen has finally released an extensive photo set of its Robust (or, perhaps, Taro) 1-ton pickup truck set to be unveiled at the 62nd IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hanover scheduled from 25 September through 2 October 2008. Although VW is not readily associated with this kind of workhorses, the company's designers have managed to make the muscular concept truck a true Volkswagen. I.e. dull and uninspiring as most of their models, duh.

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Fiat and the Italian clothing brand Diesel with soon start selling the Fiat 500 by DIESEL Urban Survival Vehicle. Based on the Fiat 500 Sport model, the car is available in three body colors and a choice of three engines, with only one of them actually burning oil.

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German tuning specialist IMSA Tuning has presented its fresh tuning kit for the famous Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Roadster. Called IMSA GTR Spyder, the kit looks rather standard, including a set of bespoke wheels, new aerodynamics kit and doesn't even come close to the deadly RWD Lamborghini Murcielago LP720/2 presented last month by edo competition.

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German super-tuner Lorinser has just revealed its first tuning program for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class coupe-convertible. Besides the usual highly-aggressive body kit, there is also a new set of wheels and rubber, and a customized exhaust system to give the facelifted SL a better voice and to pack a couple of more horses under its hood.

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Thanks to its ability to switch between the two-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive modes, the 2009 AWD Dodge Charger will be more fuel efficient on the highway, going one extra mile on a single gallon of gasoline. The refreshed car is motivated by the new 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine mated to a five-speed automatic and producing 368hp and 395 lb-ft (536 Nm) of torque.

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The highly popular Seat Leon hatchback has just received another body and engine upgrade kit from the German tuning specialist JE Design. Besides the almost mandatory LED daytime running lights and a carbon-fiber-look adhesive film, the company also offers about 36hp of extra power and 85Nm more torque via an ECU upgrade.

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Set to compete against the upcoming Aston Martin Rapide and the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte, the 2009 Porsche Panamera four-door RWD grand tourer will feature a 4.5-liter V8 engine outsourced from the 2009 Porsche Cayenne SUV.

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Although the Fantomas-inspired Italian super-thief Diabolik has always used to drive the iconic 1961 Jaguar E-type sports car, fuel is much more expensive these days, so Diabolik publisher Astorina and the local coachbuilder StudioTorino decided to give the criminal super-hero more fuel efficient ride. Meet the Fiat 500 Diabolika edition.

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General Motors has finally released a full photo set of its upcoming 2010 Chevy Camaro SS muscle car. The range-topping vehicle will sport more prominent front fascia and a hood with a huge power dome, as well as the SS badges all over the car.

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Ford Europe will use the upcoming Mondial de l'Automobile motor show in Paris to officially launch the Individual Package personalization program for its highly successful Ford Mondeo car. At last, the superb looking Mondeo will also have a superb looking interior to enjoy.

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Celebrating the upcoming 60th Anniversary of its iconic 2CV model, Citroen has prepared a special edition of its tiny Citroen C3 Pluriel convertible. Called Citroen C3 Pluriel Charleston the car is as cute and awkward as the good old deux chevaux vapeur.

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Toyota and the local energy company EDF Energy have joined their forces to test the long-awaited Toyota Prius PHEV plug-in hybrid on public roads. For the next fifty weeks or so, the EDF employees will drive the cars on a daily basis as part of the energy giant's fleet of vehicles.

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With its 545hp and 675Nm of torque available, the new Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series by Kleeman is 5hp and 25Nm less powerful than the same model tuned by the American specialist RENNtech. However, the Dutch tuner claims that its tuning program is actually better, since the extra power is delivered across the whole rev range, and does not arrive in unpredictable spikes.

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One of the top-tier Mercedes tuners, the German Carlsson, has joined the likes of Brabus, Konigseder and Lorinser and finally revealed its own tuning program for the tiny Smart ForTwo city car.

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Although gasoline is expensive these days, not many car manufacturers are willing to invest serious money in making their cars lighter and less thirsty. Here come third-party tuners like, say, the American tuning specialist Vorsteiner that has just presented its new CSL-style program for the 2008 BMW M3 (E92) compact super-sedan.

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Italian coachbuilder Castagna has revealed its 2008 Fiat 500-based Castagna Tender Two EV. Although officially called a concept vehicle, the car's electric drivetrain is nevertheless a real thing and there is a good chance that we will see a production version of the car by the end of this year.

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Audi has released the final specs of its upcoming 2009 Audi Q7 V12 TDI performance SUV. Powered by a mighty but fuel efficient V12 diesel engine, the premium SUV will take only 5.5 seconds to accelerate from zero to 62mph and will deliver fuel efficiency of 20.8 mpg (11.3 liters of diesel fuel per 100km). Not bad for such a monster of a car.

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With its 2009 Ford Kuga, the European Ford is trying to give the compact SUV more upscale look and feel, as well as provide the car with more fuel efficient diesel engine.

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Okay, now we can make educated guesses on how the new E-Class will look like. Looking at the new Mercedes-Benz ConceptFASCINATION concept vehicle, which is set to be officially presented at the upcoming motor show in Paris, we can say that the new E-Class will kiss good-bye the good old round headlamps and replace them with the Lexus-style rhomboids.

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Although the new Mercedes-Benz C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Prime Edition limited edition compact sedan sports an extensive list of interesting features, its main point is the new high-clean diesel engine. Consuming only 5.2 liters of diesel fuel per 100km (that roughly converts to impressive 45.2 mpg), the relatively small 2.2-liter oil-burner delivers 204hp and 500Nm of torque and takes only 7.0 seconds to accelerate the car from zero to 100km/h.

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At the upcoming motor show in Paris, Subaru will reveal a diesel-powered version of its 2009 Forester compact SUV. Currently the 2.0-liter, 147PS / 258lb-ft oil-burner powers the Outback/Legacy model range.

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Porsche is almost ready to start selling its new Transsyberia special model of its highly popular Cayenne S off-roader. Building on its success in the Transsyberia 4000-mile rally, the German company will sell the special edition SUV in the United States and Europe starting in the H1 2009.

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2009 Toyota Hilux's new 3.0-liter D-4D diesel engine is not only more powerful than the outgoing model's powerplant, it is also slightly more fuel efficient.

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The C-Class is by far the best selling car in Mercedes' model range so it's no wonder that even the top-tier tuning specialists are trying to capitalize on the compact sedan's success. The American tuner RENNtech revealed its tuning program for the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG almost simultaneously with the German-made Brabus B63 S.

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Jeremie Paret, who once was an editor in chief of a French car magazine Modify and is now into car tuning business, has revealed his first baby, the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4. Clearly inspired by the ultra-expensive Lamborghini Reventon, but featuring Barbie-style pink brake calipers and lots of carbon-fiber parts, the super-car leaves lasting impression.

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Brabus, one of the most revered Mercedes' tuners, has revealed its new tuning program for the Mercedes Benz C63 AMG sport sedan. Based upon MB's top seller, the AMG-tuned car already has enough oomph to drive you nuts of sheer driving pleasure. However, Brabus somehow managed to turn this street-legal monster into a real rocket on wheels.

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Ecurie Ecosse, a former motor racing team and now a tuning specialist, has revealed its personalization program for the 2009 Jaguar XF sports sedan. Available in the Scottish team's trademark Flag Blue Metallic paint, the car looks even more elegant than the base model. The Jaguar XF's appearance is further enhanced with new wood trim refinished in piano black, new leather upholstery and soft blue interior accent lighting.

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The British Vauxhall is going to start selling a VXR styling kit for its sporty Astra TwinTop coupe-convertible. With a price starting at £1399 (installation and painting to body color included), the kit will be a nice extra for a TwinTop owner.

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Toyota's premium brand is going to refresh its Lexus IS 250 and 350 models. Set to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show this October, the refreshed IS will feature numerous, yet minor upgrades to its exterior.

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Hyundai is expected to unveil its Santa Fe Hybrid concept SUV at the upcoming motor show in Paris. The hybrid-powered crossover will be equipped with a 2.4-liter petrol engine (probably, the 168hp PZEV Theta II engine currently available with the 2006 Sonata model) working in cooperation with a six-speed automatic transmission and a 30kW electric-assist motor powered by a set of lithium-ion batteries.

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GM has finally released the first official photo of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS muscle car. Powered by a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 outsourced from the 2008 Chevy Corvette ZR-1 and mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the 2010 Camaro SS will have up to 422hp and 408lb-ft (553Nm) of torque at its driver's disposal.

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Nissan reportedly plans to update its Infiniti M35 mid-size sedan with a more powerful version of the 3.5-liter VQ engine. Called the VQ35HR and first featured in the second-generation Infiniti G35 almost two years ago, the new V6 has a maximum power output of 303hp and a peak torque of 355Nm (326lb-ft). It will power both the 2009 Infiniti M35 and the sporty all-wheel drive M35x.

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The new Lotus Clark Type 25 Elise SC special edition sports car was officially unveiled in June. At that time, the British company planned to build only 25 copies of the £35,995 car with sales limited to the UK and Ireland. Looks like the guys from Lotus eventually changed their minds and decided to produce 25 more sports cars for the rest of Europe.

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Australian motorists will soon receive a brand new toy. Holden's own HSV tuning branch starts building the new Holden HSV ClubSport R8 Tourer. Featuring a fascinating Sportwagon body, the rear-wheel drive car will replace the outdated AWD Holden Avalanche.

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Japanese tuning specialist Wald International is working on a new Aero tuning kit for the still fresh Nissan GT-R sports car. While the new Club Sport package by NISMO is dealing with the vehicle's weight and suspension, Wald's kit will be mostly about the looks and aerodynamics.

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The new Nissan R35 GT-R has only been unveiled recently, but the sports car already received a fresh tuning package from Nissan's own NISMO performance division. As usual, the kit will reduce the vehicle's weight and will improve its handling.

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Right after revealing its Evo tuning kit for the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG super coupe, the German under-dog tuner Kicherer presented its tuning package for the Mercedes C320 CDI 4Matic station wagon.

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Known for its body kits for the Mercedes-Benz CL, Bentley Continental GT and Lexus IS-F, the Japanese tuning specialist Wald International finally paid its attention to BMW's main moneymaker -- the 2009 3 Series E90!

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Subaru plans to charge as low as $24,995 and $25,595 respectively for the four-door and the five-door versions of its 2009 Subaru WRX sports car, which will target the latest Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart sports car. Sporting a retuned 2.5-liter flat-four engine with 265 hp and 244 lb.-ft. of torque, the car is only slightly more expensive over the last year model, but features an increase of 41 hp and 18 lb-ft over the 2008 WRX.

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With its zero to 60mph acceleration time of only 4.6 seconds, the new Audi Signature Series S5 tuning package from Stasis easily kicks back sides of such prominent players as the BMW 650i, Lexus IS-F and even the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate sports wagon.

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While not as extremist as the an in-house tuned Dodge Challenger drag race package, the new SRT8 tuned by Hurst and set to be unveiled during the next SEMA show, will nevertheless feature a formidable 500hp engine and will still be a totally street-legal car.

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Citing substantial customers' demand (about 10 percent of those buying a Ferrari insist on equipping it with a manual gearbox), Ferrari finally promised to add an optional manual transmission to its upcoming California convertible. Base model will still be equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

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Bugatti will offer four more color schemes to the Bugatti Veyron Fbg par Hermès' original -and quite a hideous one for a supercar- Ebony and Brick combination. Designed by Gabriele Pezzini, the car celebrates 80 years of partnership between Bugatti and French design house Hermes.

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