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The new Fiat Ellezero is coming….

It seems that the rumored 5-door version of Fiat is getting flesh and blood 500. The new model will probably be called Ellezero and it is certainly of great interest.
As we have emphasized before, in Fiat's intentions is to invest directly in more compact models and the ideal platform for this is the commercially successful 500. The 5-door version of the mini model will have a slightly elongated body and elements reminiscent of both a crossover and an MPV, such as e.g. the increased body height. According to the information so far, the name of the new model will be Ellezero and it will be officially presented at the Geneva show in March. So, its well-known and very popular retro-modern aesthetic will not be affected 500. In the field of engines, as in the existing one 500, under the hood of the Italian model we will initially find the 2-cylinder turbocharged TwinAir 0,9 liters with 85 horsepower, but also a little later, its atmospheric version with 65 horsepower.
In terms of aesthetics, unique differentiation we will meet as it makes sense at the rear end of the car.
If we look for differences in the broader philosophy of this new 5-door model in relation to the logic of the new Panda, it is true that we will hardly find them. Nouns, this exuberant little 500 will offer a more practical alternative to today's 3-door 500 with the strong personality and special stylistic approach.
End, from the second image of the model leaked online (they are in no way official and we publish them with reservations), it seems that at least part of its production will take place at Fiat's facilities in neighboring Serbia.
Source : autotriti.gr
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Peugeot 208 : He comes strong like a..Lion!

Peugeot hopes to continue its long tradition in the small segment with the new one 208, who comes with a strong will to become more than just his successor 207.
Here too 20 years, Peugeot has created its own tradition in the small segment. In the beginning it was the 205, after the 206, to follow it 207 which established the French brand as a force in the segment. Today, Peugeot is ready to present the new 208, which will become the brand's new player in the minor league game. Although as a name it is the natural continuation of the current model, the 208 it wants to be more than that.
Design credentials
And what better way to emphasize this, from the fact that, the 208 will be the model with which Peugeot will launch its new design identity. So, got a new front fascia, without curves, while the front lights have a special recess for the daytime running LED elements and the rear ones form a 'C'. From the rear lights begins a characteristic side edge that extends to the height of the front mirrors. The 208, which will be presented on the European market next spring, will be available in both three-door, as well as the five-door version, with strong differentiation between them on the back column: in the most practical five-door, a special curve is formed in combination with the bodywork, while in the more dynamic three-door, the chrome fascia at the bottom of the window flows into the body.
Against the current
In an era, where most models gain boys like teenagers and pounds like married people, Peugeot follows a different tactic for the new 208. So, the French announce that, the weight in relation to 207 has been reduced by up to 173 kilos (with the car starting from 975 kilos), the moment, where its length (3,98 m.) is smaller by 70 mm. and the height of 10 mm. It is also worth noting that, the aerodynamic coefficient has been limited to Cd 0,29.
Source : autotriti.gr
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Evergreen Opel…

The 1862, ο Adam Opel, he could not even imagine that his company would become one of the largest car manufacturers in Europe. Using his father's locksmith shop, in Risselheim, Germany, he built sewing machines and the 1886 bicycles, while by the middle of his decade ?20, was the world's largest manufacturer. Later he started building motorcycles and the 1899 cars, being the second oldest car manufacturer in Germany after Daimler-Benz.
CHRONIC STATIONS
The 1902, Opel presents the patented Lutzmann with engine 10/12 hp, and they follow the Doktorwagen (1909) and Puppchen (1914). In his decade 1920 launches Laubfrosch (tree frog) and Rakete (rocket). The 1924, was the first German car manufacturer to use an automated assembly line, launching missile tests at the same time. In fact, the 1928, the rocket-powered Opel breaks the speed record (238 km / h) on the Berlin Avus circuit. The 1929, the Opel-Sander RAK1 takes off from a square in Frankfurt. She was the first, albeit short, manned flight of a rocket-propelled vehicle.
NEW ERA
The 1929 a global economic crisis breaks out and Opel collaborates with the American giant General Motors. The 1935 surpasses them 100.000 units of annual production. The new Blitz truck and the famous Olympia stand out, the first German production model with a self-supporting body made of steel. The 1936 the history of compact models begins: from the first Kadett, up to the current Astra.
In short...The War put everything on hold. It just finished, the German economic miracle was associated with several Opels: Olympia, Olympia Record, Rekord P1 and Kapitan, but also Frigidaire home refrigerators. The 1962, opens a second factory in Bochum, while his decade ?60 many sports models are manufactured: Commodore, Manta and GT. The 1972 a front-wheel-drive Kadett is produced for the first time, and 1980 displays a full range of catalysts. Many safety systems follow and we arrive at today's electric Ampera (and with a gasoline engine for autonomy 500 km).
Source : sport-fm.gr
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Liuzzi's future at HRT uncertain

Vitantonio Liuzzi, although he has a cooperation contract with Hispania Racing Team, it is not certain whether he will continue his racing career with the team, as he himself states.

This is because when the Italian decided to work with the team, HRT was headed by Jose Carabante and director Colin Kolles.

The team is now owned by Thesan Capital and Luis Perez-Sala replaced Kolles. In addition the team's empty cockpit is in demand as there are several drivers looking for an empty seat for it 2012, while HRT has already announced Pedro de la Rosa in one position for next season.

Liuzzi himself told Total Race: "I have a contract to be in next season's races with HRT, but the deal fell through with the previous owner, so my future in the team is uncertain".

Source : newsbeast.gr
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racing… 1906

The vehicle of the French Darracq at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit!
Today's cars are everything,their best to show automakers in their attempt to reach the maximum possible speed.
But how is a racing car of 1906; Just as shown in video.
This is the race of the French Darracq, which was constructed before 106 years. See then how succeeds in Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, in Victoria, Australia.
see the videohere
Source : delamagen.gr
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Nicky Hayden injured

The American Ducati rider,who rode a motorcycle for the first time after his injury in the last race of Valencia, he was injured again and broke his left shoulder and two ribs.

Hayden's motorcycle, who had begun training in his hometown at a private flat track in Kentucky, collided with another motorcycle.

The 30-year-old rider stated: "Of course injuries are never a good thing. But it's part of motorcycle racing. As in Valencia it was a terrible accident. I was starting to prepare again, as I do in the winter, at a private track near my house. I was behind another rider and he tried to get away from me. I wasn't going very fast but it hit my front wheel and I fell, I landed badly on my left shoulder and that was enough".

According to Ducati there are no plans for surgery at this time, but the situation with his champion's shoulder 2006 will be re-evaluated next week.

More generally the next few weeks are crucial for whether Hayden will take part in his first winter tests 2012 at 31 January in Sepang.

End, Hayden stated: "It's disappointing, but there is nothing I can do but hope to get better quickly. Be that as it may, this does not affect my expectations for the 2012, which is now very close".

Source : newsbeast.gr
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First images of the new Suzuki Jimny;

A new SUV that is likely to be the successor of the Jimny is expected to be presented at an exhibition in New Delhi by Suzuki, along with its associate company Maruti.
A very interesting SUV in the form of a prototype will be presented next week at the New Delhi motor show by Suzuki, together with her partner there, the famous company Maruti. Nothing has been made official yet, information wants this new model to be the successor of the commercially successful Jimny.
For the time being, only some low-resolution photos showing individual elements of the car have been leaked, such as e.g. the grille and the rear lights. Soon we will know more about that too. Judging by these two pictures anyway, we can say that Suzuki is again preparing something very interesting in terms of design.
Source : autotriti.gr