Ferrari factory

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General Motors Hummer

General Motors is introducing the new Hummer H3. It looks very much like the big, beefy, hypermacho Hummer H2 which looks a lot like the really big, really beefy, Hummer H1.But the Hummer H3 is smaller. About the same size as a small family sedan, it's almost 17 inches shorter than the H2 and 6.5 inches narrower. It is similar in size to the Jeep Liberty. Extremely poor gas mileage has been a major complaint among owners of the larger Hummer H2. (Because it is not considered, technically, a passenger vehicle, the H2 has not been rated for fuel efficiency by the Environmental Protection Agency.)The H3 provides an opportunity for the less affluent to afford something that still looks and feels like the big Hummers. It will be much cheaper, and it won't go through tanks of gasoline like kegs of beer at a fraternity party.

The new, smaller Hummer will be powered by a 220 horsepower 5-cylinder engine. It's no Prius, but GM does expect it to get up to 20 miles a gallon. Sales of the larger H2, which is priced at about $50,000, have been dropping recently. Analysts have blamed high fuel prices and simple market saturation. There are only so many people who want something as extremely brawny as the Hummer H2. GM still makes much of the new midsize Hummer's off-road capabilities. Optional versions will have extremely low-speed gear ranges available for "ultimate obstacle-climbing control." The H3 also has 33-inch tires and a 9.1-inch ground clearance. In addition to its small size, the H3 will also be the first Hummer available with a manual transmission. The H2 and H1 are available only with automatics.

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Top 10 Fastest Cars 2011

The car companies present new models with advanced and sophisticated technology every year. Here are 10 fastest cars, of new or upcoming models including those that remained unaltered for two or three years, but are still surpassing. These cars are selected considering the rate of speed from zero to 60 miles per hour and not their full speed. Let’s take a look on list of Top 10 Fastest Cars 2011.

10. Jaguar XFR (2010-2011)

This car, with retail price $82,875,
accelerates from zero to 60 in 4.5 seconds. It is incorporated with a 510 hp engine, and looks exquisitely graceful and comfortable on the inside. 

09. Ford Shelby GT500 (2011)

It is less costly, with a price of $49,605 and has a 550 hp engine which can make it run from zero to 60 in 4.4 seconds.

08. Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG (2007-2011)

It can speed up from zero to 60 in 4.4 seconds. It is a small car with a big engine that sounds great. The CLS63 AMG, also has a similar get up but is more graceful with four doors, with a price of $99,050, as compared to the $59,805 of C63 AMG
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07. BMW X6 M (2010-2011)

Its retail price is $90,375 and it can run from zero to 60 in 4.3 seconds.
BMW also presents the X5 M which can move from zero to 60 in 4.5 seconds.

06. Cadillac CTS-V (2011)

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price: $65,390 Produced as coupe or sedan, both cost $65,390 and are considered incongruous for super car grade. They possess capability to race from zero to 60 in 4.2 seconds, and are the least expensive cars

05. Audi R8 (2011)

It can gallop from zero to 60 in 3.9 seconds and is conspicuous with a price of $118,450. It is impressively good looking with a roomy cabin for a two-seater, and has got space behind the seats.

04. Chevrolet Corvette (2010-2011)

It has several models, with a retail price of $113,500 and runs from zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The 430 hp Grand Sport of price just $55,000 does this race in 4.4 seconds, comparing to the ZR1, which can reach 60 mph in 3.9 seconds with a 638 hp engine, but has only rear-wheel drive.

03. Bentley Continental Super Sports (2010-2011)

It costs $272,195, and it can sprint from zero to 60 in 3.8 seconds.
It is all wheel drive.

02. Porsche 911 (2010-2011)

Its retail price is $136,450 and it is obtainable in different designs. GT3 moves from zero to 60 in 4 seconds and the GT2 RS will go in 3.6 seconds, but the 911 Turbo reaches 60 miles per hour in unbelievable 3.2 seconds. The 911 is incorporated with a 500 hp engine, and is all-wheel drive. It is brisk around a racetrack and it can turn fast.

01. Nissan GT-R (2009-2012)

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price: $90,950 The Nissan GT-R Black Edition is a model of 2012, but it was presented early and was available in 2011. Previous models from year 2009 had speed from zero to 60 in 3.6 seconds, but the Black Edition performs this process in 3.1 seconds, winning its top list position. The Porsche 911 is the Nissan’s nearest competition of reaching 60 miles per hour, but the GT-R is a quite better vehicle. On a racetrack, the GT-R surpasses the 911.

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