Audi Locus

LOCUS name, a situation that defines a continuous figure is a curve. The main design features are the way its surface shapes are formed with a continuous flow from front to rear of the car. The inspiration for which was obviously the Mother Nature we deal with every day but somehow usually do not realize that e-period in nature in some way its specific curves and flow lines, is very rare spot perfectly straight lines. The main objective was to implement this design aspect into a car that creates a feeling of relaxation, energetic, dynamic and secure.

It obvious curved line that starts with sharp edges in front, the mean flow slightly curved downward, while the column and then go back to the rear wheel arches to follow its way back until the diffuser. This same curve language is also applicable to the greenhouse, and how the shape of the windows. The front is aggressive, looking somewhat traditional AUDI grill and air vents, which are by far the shape of the headlights to create a unique feel. Back is naturally well-defined organic curves and detail, rear lights are designed to be integrated without outtakes underneath them to avoid unnecessary detail. dual exhaust and fairly empty rear creates a sense of subtlety.

Another feature is the air intake to the roof, which was designed to avoid distracting design elements on the roof of a car that combines style functionality.End Audi Locus Concept Design by Ugur Sahin again.

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Aston Martin Vanquish

Aston Martin Vanquish is a coach, which was designed by Ian Callum and manufactured by Aston Martin. After the introduction to the collection since 2001, it was Aston Martin flagship vehicle. And bring to the recognition of the public were then invited to an official car and James Bond film Die Another Day-mail was closed in 2007. Aston Martin DBS V12 temporarily replace it atop Aston for replacement until 2010.

The Vanquish was developed in the wake of a GT concept car, the Concept Car Project Vantage, which began with a V-12 engine on the North American International Auto Show in January 1998. The production model was unveiled in 2000 and mass production began in 2001 (the car arrived in the United States as a 2002 model). The car was largely unchanged until 2005, when the Vanquish S model debuted at the at the 2004 Paris Show, with more power, revisions and new soft style wheels. It is also integrated with a bunch of 2004 option, the dynamic sports package, which is incorporated sport suspension, steering and braking. This model was sold in 2005 (with base Vanquish) and 2006 (as stand-alone) model years in the U.S. with minor modifications, it was not sold in the United States for 2007.

The end of the Vanquish production cycle was celebrated with the Vanquish S Ultimate Edition. Aston Martin has announced that the last 40 cars built would have exterior color of a new 'Ultimate Black' upgraded interior, and personalized plates threshold. More importantly, the Vanquish Ultimate Edition is the first to be offered with a manual transmission with manual transmission standard. The gearbox semi-automatic in the original Vanquish has been widely criticized by Jeremy Clarkson in BBC Top Gear), if this change was met with approval by the automotive press. Aston Martin has offered to modernize the new gearbox in any Vanquish, at a cost of £ 13,250.

Aston Martin has often said it is considered a roadster version of the Vanquish, particularly in response to the Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina, but no version of this type created. The Vanquish is the basis of two concept cars, both shown at the Geneva International Centre in 2004, the Zagato Roadster (convertible seat-2) and the Bertone Jet 2 (a door Shooting Brake-2). Vanquish production ending 19, 2007, coinciding with the closure of the Newport Pagnell factory after 49 years of operation. The last car was a Vanquish S Ultimate Edition in black. In April 2008, his appearance in the James Bond film Die Another Day 2002 (led by Bono who last played Pierce Brosnan) has obtained the Vanquish third in the list of cars to the best film ever behind the Minister of The Italian Job, and KITT Knight Rider.

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Alfa Remeo GTV & Spider

Alfa Romeo GTV (Gran Turismo Veloce) (English: Fast Grand Tourer) and Alfa Romeo Spider, two sports cars produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo from 1995 to 2006. The GTV is a 2 +2 coupe and Spider convertible is a two-seater version of the GTV. The rear seats on the GTV can choose to be removed to increase space for startup. Spider has no rear seats that only a small storage startup. Known by their internal designation Alfa Romeo 916, GTV and Spider was launched at Geneva Motor Show in March 1995. The name of the GTV, placed him as the successor to the long-discontinued Alfetta GTV coupe, while Spider was effectively replace the 30-year period.

Both cars were designed by Pininfarina. and phase 3 spiders were collected by Pininfarina. The car was produced in three different phases. This is a typical Italian design, with Alfa Romeo grille with round dual headlamps, reminiscent of 1750 GTV in the late 1960s and 1970. It has a wedge shape with a nose high and low kicks to the tail. The rear of the car is cut-off with Kamm tail, which provides for better aerodynamics. The car is very low slung entry and exit is difficult. Spider share these characteristics with the GTV, except that the back is rounded. Spider also a folding soft top with five hoop frame, which completely disappears from sight under a flush cover. An electric folding hood mechanism is mounted on the newer versions. As might be expected that GTV has a stiffer chassis, but considerable work has been done on Spider to reduce the problem of traditional convertible scuttle shake.

The wheels are 15 inch alloy wheels as standard perforated teardrop 16 inch rims 205/50 tires are part of the faculty included in the Luxury package, Momo leather seats and air conditioning. The possibility of factory 17 rims 225/45 tires teledial was popular, as are the secondary market for the larger 18-inch wheels or 235/35 235/40 tires. Another popular change has been reduced and a better way to the springs reduce roll when cornering, when the cars TS in the corner of a very strong, even at high speeds. Phase 1-the cars were in black plastic grille and nose, hood, without the normal trim. A change popular is suitable for phase 2 lattice, which is an edge and chrome steel mesh center. Luxury has become a model as a separate option for Phase 2 Pack the car and the car standard has been called Tourism. All V6 Luxury cars were specific. Turismos very few were sold in Britain. 

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Aixam Crossline

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Cross Line, a descendant of our time to give a clearance of contemporary aesthetics. Its rounded lines give a distinctive look scrambler. Cross Line shape the concept of the vehicle does not require a licensing model for its entire class. Its length is impressive and a generous interior makes it suitable for unlimited use, in particular, record the trunk capacity. Cross Line offers an elegant style with a touch of fantasy real. Its rich, sculptural forms are moving and the reliability of insurance and security.

Mirrors Rear view: An integral part of vehicle mirrors, rear view of the city are based on the standards of the automotive industry. The chromium (in the Premium models), rear view mirrors contribute to the originality of the City and elegant ..	The front grille endows the City with an energetic and imaginative style. On both sides of the front grille, scoops equipped with daytime LED running lights are attention getters and strike a luminous, imaginative keynote. Chromed beading (available in the Premium finishing) sets off the round lines of the cowling and adds yet another touch of elegance.	Injection-moulded front panel: the use of new materials has given rise to an injection-moulded front panel unrivalled in appearance. The grained leather look of the instrument panel and the soft feel of the door liners are worthy of the highest-class automobiles. This novel interior space is a crowning achievement in upscale auto finishing.
LED 3rd brake lamp : for ever greater safety, an LED 3rd stop lamp is located on the rear end.	Engine : always pursuing top performance, AIXAM makes access to the engine easy for maintenance. The housing on this larger and more powerful engine maximises noise reduction.	Door handles : with their natural-fit shape, the new door handles make getting in easy.
Seats : top-line seats that adjust front-to-back and tilt to provide driving comfort for all body sizes and upholstered in patent leather & fabric or velvet & fabric, depending on the model.	Ventilation and heating, high heating and ventilation system efficiency and provide the safety of the occupants of powerful defroster and comfort.	Center console + change holder*: equipped with storage spaces and insert multiple buttons, the center console is naturally placed within reach, improving their sense of being comfortable and in control. A new glove box design provides additional storage space.

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