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There is very a good reason to mention (again) the Mazda MX-5...the Mx-5 RF!
What a marvelous period should be living Mazda's designers and engineers. Having the opportunity to work on projects like the current Mx-5 Miata (and don't forget the forthcoming RX-9 Vision in street legal trims) shall be a thrilling privilege. Just think to those obliged to who has to work on A to B cars or minivans...
During the MX-5 Roadster project design phase, the engineers focused on the essential features to build a nimble, fun-to-drive sportscar (such as the 50-50 weight distribution, the steering wheel feeling, the extreme lightweight, and the Jimba Ittai itself).
At the New York International Auto Show Mazda revealed the Mx-5 Miata RF (retractable fastback) Mazda somehow managed to deliver a style and design masterpiece.
Keeping the maximum linearity, the Miata RF reaches a double goal:
1st the Miata Retractable Fastback differentiate pretty much from the Miata Roadster being a Targa version sort of. And it does it in a beautiful way.
2nd Even if reportedly adding 175-200 pound, the roof mechanism doesn't affect the load capability.
So it's up to you: if you desire a superlight traditional spider or you prefer the more aggressive looking MX-5 Miata Targa (ok, RF Miata) now available also with this masculine metal-like 3 layers painting?
During the MX-5 Roadster project design phase, the engineers focused on the essential features to build a nimble, fun-to-drive sportscar (such as the 50-50 weight distribution, the steering wheel feeling, the extreme lightweight, and the Jimba Ittai itself).
At the New York International Auto Show Mazda revealed the Mx-5 Miata RF (retractable fastback) Mazda somehow managed to deliver a style and design masterpiece.
Keeping the maximum linearity, the Miata RF reaches a double goal:
1st the Miata Retractable Fastback differentiate pretty much from the Miata Roadster being a Targa version sort of. And it does it in a beautiful way.
2nd Even if reportedly adding 175-200 pound, the roof mechanism doesn't affect the load capability.
So it's up to you: if you desire a superlight traditional spider or you prefer the more aggressive looking MX-5 Miata Targa (ok, RF Miata) now available also with this masculine metal-like 3 layers painting?
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Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Live Gallery from New York International Auto Show.
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Geneva motor show is over. MNW shortlisted the most exciting premieres as usual but…
...Do you ever happen to have the feeling of having forgot something you can't remember? Something you suppose extremely noteworthy? Well, usually isn't anything special.
On the contrary, sometimes it is. Definitely!
Geneva motor show is over. MNW shortlisted the most exciting premieres as usual but…
...Do you ever happen to have the feeling of having forgot something you can't remember? Something you suppose extremely noteworthy? Well, usually isn't anything special.
On the contrary, sometimes it is. Definitely!
Select a picture (here below) to read the relevant news.
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MNW's choices among the international premieres at Geneva's International Motor Show 2016.
We can already say March has been incomparably prolific for the automotive industry. And we base our consideration only on how Geneva motor exposition was rich of world premieres. You could really find something for everyone there.
From MNW's point of view, the beginning of March delivered some of the most important 2016 car debuts.
From MNW's point of view, the beginning of March delivered some of the most important 2016 car debuts.
Theese are Motor News World's picks.
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Select a picture (here below) to read the relevant news.
 MORGAN EV3 |  ALFA ROMEO Giulia |
 TOYOTA CH-R |  ABARH 124 spider |  PORSCHE 911 R |
Alfa Romeo Giulia production trims.
Apart the record maker Giulia Quadrifoglio (featuring the 510 hp twin turbo V6 engineered by Ferrari, check it out, here) in Geneva have been unveiled the "normal" versions of the sharp Italian sedan.
The news is that the Giulia is still extremely beautiful.
The engines will be the light and powerful in line four turbos petrol 2.0 and 2.2 diesel mated with manual 6 speed or 8 speed automatic. Aluminum has been used for the engines and for the refined suspensions, while the driveshaft is made of carbon fiber. Moreover the steering is said to be extremely direct (11.8) in order to grant an unrivaled driving pleasure thanks also to the perfect weight distribution 50:50.
Apart the record maker Giulia Quadrifoglio (featuring the 510 hp twin turbo V6 engineered by Ferrari, check it out, here) in Geneva have been unveiled the "normal" versions of the sharp Italian sedan.
The news is that the Giulia is still extremely beautiful.
The engines will be the light and powerful in line four turbos petrol 2.0 and 2.2 diesel mated with manual 6 speed or 8 speed automatic. Aluminum has been used for the engines and for the refined suspensions, while the driveshaft is made of carbon fiber. Moreover the steering is said to be extremely direct (11.8) in order to grant an unrivaled driving pleasure thanks also to the perfect weight distribution 50:50.
Probably its the first time we find the start button on the steering wheel not on a supercar but on a “normal sedan”…but likely who thought the Alfa Romeo Giulia is a normal sedan, was wrong!
Alfa Romeo Giulia mega-gallery
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The Porsche 911 R, for those who are in love with driving. A Porsche that Motor News World's crew saluted with a standing ovation.
Except for the painting, the 911R could look like another 911 or a 911 GT3 sort of. Of course except for the added lightness, the beautiful central exhaust and for the loss of the pragmatically unaesthetic GT3 rear wing.
What else? Uh, the 911R is powered by a 500 hp 4.0 aspirated flat six engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The purists are served. And "bravo!" to the Porsche engineers that courageously went for the manual transmission targeting an emotional and engaging high-performance sports cars with a maximum amount of driving pleasure. The 911 R just need a more sober paints to be perfect.
What else? Uh, the 911R is powered by a 500 hp 4.0 aspirated flat six engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The purists are served. And "bravo!" to the Porsche engineers that courageously went for the manual transmission targeting an emotional and engaging high-performance sports cars with a maximum amount of driving pleasure. The 911 R just need a more sober paints to be perfect.
The Abarth 124 Spider in Geneva Motor Show Since Fiat unveiled the standard 124 Spider, we were waiting for this Abarth 124 Spider. A version breeded with raging steroids by the legendary racing division...and the 124 Abarth finally is here! Priced at 40.000 € the Abarth 124 has been completely revamped in order to gain the right to wear the badge with the scorpion. New dedicated dampers Abarth by Bilstein, limited-slip diff and enhanced horsepower (170 hp). All wrapped in only 1060 kilograms with a front-rear weight distribution equal to 50:50. A control switch allows also the driver to turn off all the electronic controls. Good…
Toyota C-HR.
The Japanese manufacturer delivered a new SUV in the B-C-SUV booming segment. The most striking thing is the bold, sporty design far away from the conventional design we were used to see. Based on the new modular platform that underpins also the new Prius, the C-HR will be offered with petrol, Hybrid and diesel engines.
The car will be assembled in Toyota's Turkish plant, while the engines will come from Toyota warehouse in Great Britain.
The Japanese manufacturer delivered a new SUV in the B-C-SUV booming segment. The most striking thing is the bold, sporty design far away from the conventional design we were used to see. Based on the new modular platform that underpins also the new Prius, the C-HR will be offered with petrol, Hybrid and diesel engines.
The car will be assembled in Toyota's Turkish plant, while the engines will come from Toyota warehouse in Great Britain.
Here at MNW we are Morgan fans. Now we are even more.
With the EV3, the Morgan 3-Wheeler style has been evolved mixing classic lines with a pinch of asymmetry and modern details. But most important, the former air cooled motorbike engine that was ouside the bonnet, has been replaced by a modern electric engine with good performances And yes, wood is still there under the bodywork.
The EV3 production will start within 2016 end and prices are said to be not far from the current 3-Wheeler.
The EV3, weights less than 500 Kilograms and while the battery pack has a range of 150 miles, the liquid cooled engine driving the rear wheel delivers 46Kw (62.5Hp) .
(I've to admit to have not already checked my bank account, but) The EV3 is the first electric vehicle that I really want to drive more than one with petrol engine, all I'd like to say: "Morgan, shut up and take my money!".
With the EV3, the Morgan 3-Wheeler style has been evolved mixing classic lines with a pinch of asymmetry and modern details. But most important, the former air cooled motorbike engine that was ouside the bonnet, has been replaced by a modern electric engine with good performances And yes, wood is still there under the bodywork.
The EV3 production will start within 2016 end and prices are said to be not far from the current 3-Wheeler.
The EV3, weights less than 500 Kilograms and while the battery pack has a range of 150 miles, the liquid cooled engine driving the rear wheel delivers 46Kw (62.5Hp) .
(I've to admit to have not already checked my bank account, but) The EV3 is the first electric vehicle that I really want to drive more than one with petrol engine, all I'd like to say: "Morgan, shut up and take my money!".
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