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The New Audi A6 , engines and transmissions of excellence
The news Audi A6 receives much more technical evolutions that its style would seem to show. It is powered by a great family of engines and transmissions at the top of the technology. Without forgetting, of course, all the batch of electronic systems specific to premium vehicles. Publication date : June 2004. 
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Audi A8, 4.0 TDi and 3.0 TDi Quattro
Audi is expanding the range of engines available for the A8 to include newly developed 4.0 V8 TDI and 3.0 V6 TDI. The V8 TDI, fitted on the A8 Quattro, delivers 202 kW (275 bhp) and produces 650 Nm of torque between 1800 and 2500 rpm. This makes it the most powerful eight-cylinder Diesel engine in a production saloon car. Publication date : March 2004.
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BMW X3, a new integral transmission concept
The BMW X3 arrives in the segment of compact SUV that the manufacturer calls SAV (Sports Activity Vehicles). This new vehicle offers 3 six in-line cylinder engines and, especially, a very new integral transmission concept: the xDrive. XDrive transmits a variable torque to the front axle thanks to an electronically controlled multiple-plate clutch actuated in less than 100 milliseconds. Publication date : December 2003.
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Honda Civic hybrid IMA
The new Honda Civic hybrid IMA ushers the second hybrid generation IMA system to the existing platform of a mass-produced vehicle. Compared to the first Honda hybrid, the Insight, the technology has been improved and so that fuel consumption figures are now lower than a Diesel car. Publication date : December 2003. 
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Lexus RX300
The Lexus RX300 development team concentrated on creating a vehicle that could deliver excellent dynamic performance and noise and vibration levels. It has a host of innovative features like the Active Control Engine Mount. Publication date : April 2003.
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Mercedes SLR McLaren, technology display !!!
The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is not only the successor of the legendary swing-wing doors model of 1955 but incorporates new technological developments which are ahead of their time. Publication date : November 2003.
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The Opel Astra, Technology display for Opel
The Opel Astra of the third generation is equipped with a multitude of innovative technology equipments such as Twinport system, particulates filter and IDSPlus adaptive chassis system. The later feature is all together in command of the ABS, ESP, continuous suspension damping control, steering system and throttle. Publication date : April 2004.
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Peugeot 407, an innovative front suspension
Peugeot's reputation for producing vehicles with outstanding dynamics will be further enhanced by the 407. Peugeot has not only got a renowned expertise about its Diesel engines, but also about roadholding and handling. As the competition has become very active in this field, the French manufacturer jumps a step ahead with the new 407 which features a double wishbone with divided hub carrier front suspension. Publication date : May 2004.
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Porsche Carrera GT, straight out of the race track !
There are in this world a few production exotic cars 100% oriented to a driving pleasure assisted by a staggering cocktail of high technology. The Porsche Carrera GT is one of them, directly inspired by the long and successful racing experience of the German manufacturer. Publication date : November 2003.
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Renault/Dacia Logan, high tech at low price
The Renault/Dacia Logan is the result of a fabulous challenge initiated by Renault along with its Romanian subsidiary Dacia : commercialization of a modern, simple and robust car which not only meets the 2005 European standards, but which is also practical, performing, good looking and spacious… all this at the flabbergasting base price of 5,000 euros. The production costs have been drastically reduced not only by means of the skilled and relatively low-cost Romanian labour force, but also by using well known and proven powertrains and mechanical components from the Renault- Nissan alliance Renault has now decided to market the Dacia Logan in most of Western Europe starting in mid-2005. The excellent reception the car has been given by both the motoring press and the general public, along with successful customer tests, have led Renault to extend sales of the Logan beyond its priority markets.
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Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet
After Mercedes and Peugeot's Coupé-Cabriolet models, Renault has launched its version with folding glass roof. It is powered by petrol and diesel engines. As well as anti-submarining airbags for the front seats, the Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet can be equipped with the choice of fixed or automatic roll-hoops which provide optimum protection whether the roof is open or closed. Publication date : November 2003.
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Rolls-Royce Phantom
"Strive for perfection in everything you do. Take the best that exists and make it better. When it doesn't exist, design it." Sir Henry Royce. The founder and Chief Engineer of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars gave us these words almost a century ago, but they remain as valid today as they were then. The new Phantom has authentic Rolls-Royce design proportions combined with 21st century engineering integrity. Publication date : December 2003.
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The Rolls-Royce Phantom's manufacturing plant
In search of excellence The Goodwood's factory is devoted to producing a small number of Rolls-Royce motor cars each year, rising to an annual total of around 1,000 on average, each one entirely to individual customer requirements and specification. Presentation of aluminium, invaluable wood and leather manufacture. Publication date : January 2004.
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