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Geneva preview: Gumpert Apollo Speed prototype spotted at the 'Ring

<center><img alt="SB-Medien / Modified Gumpert Apollo Sport spotted at Nurburgring" height="266" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/6403176.jpg" width="400" /> </center> German sports car manufacturer Gumpert unveiled a faster version of its Apollo supercar back at March’s Geneva Motor Show named the Apollo Speed. Building on previous versions like the Apollo Sport and Apollo Race, the new Speed had been further engineered to tackle high speed runs. <center><img alt="SB-Medien / Modified Gumpert Apollo Sport spotted at Nurburgring" height="262" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/3790465.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Gumpert was founded in 2004 by Roland Gumpert, a proponent of street-legal, track-ready cars. After returning to Germany from China, where he had worked as an executive for Volkswagen, he recruited two universities and a small staff to build the first Apollo prototype. Known for their abilitity to quickly develop their vehicles, the Apollo made its race debut at the 2005 Divinol Cup, where it took third. Since, they have released other versions for public sale, including the Gumpert Apollo Race, Gumpert Apollo Speed, and Gumpert Apollo Sport. A hybrid model was also built for the 2008 24 Hours Nurburgring. <center><img alt="SB-Medien / Modified Gumpert Apollo Sport spotted at Nurburgring" height="255" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/7266151.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Not to be shown up by its brother, the Apollo Speed also crushes the 0-100 km/h time with a 3.0 second time, arriving at 200 km/h in under nine seconds. It was introduced at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show with a more aggressive look, due in part to its shortened height of 1.1 meters. The car has visual modifications, and an underbody built from a composite of carbon and aluminum. <center><img alt="SB-Medien / Modified Gumpert Apollo Sport spotted at Nurburgring" height="270" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/4985556.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Power comes from an Audi-sourced twin-turbo 4.2L V8 developing up to 800hp (597kW) and 664lb-ft (900Nm) of torque in the range topping model. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a sequential six-speed gearbox, and according to Gumpert the new Speed will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 3.0 seconds flat, pass 200km/h in 8.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 360km/h. <center><img alt="SB-Medien / Modified Gumpert Apollo Sport spotted at Nurburgring" height="268" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/3094854.jpg" width="400" /> </center> We always like to see the Gumpert Apollo setup at the Geneva Motor Show, and we're sure they will bring something interesting in 2010. However, we want to know if they will be bringing a new introduction to Frankfurt in September. Source:<a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070120232/gumpert-apollo-speed-prototype-spotted-at-the-ring">worldcarfans</a>

Geneva preview: Gumpert Apollo Speed prototype spotted at the 'Ring

German sports car manufacturer Gumpert unveiled a faster version of its Apollo supercar back at March’s Geneva Motor Show named the Apollo ...

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UKDM Nissan 370Z 'Yellow' is a special-edition

<center><img alt="" height="264" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/07/2010-nissan-370z-uk-yellow-%281%29.jpg" width="400" /></center> American fans of Nissan's fantastic new 370Z can order their cars in Chicane Yellow, but up until now, their counterparts in Blighty have been out of luck if they've wanted a sunburst Z of their own. Until now. <center><img alt="" height="266" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/07/2010-nissan-370z-uk-yellow.jpg" width="400" /></center> That's because Nissan UK has cooked up a special new limited-edition (if unimaginatively named) 370Z Yellow. <center><img alt="" height="266" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/07/2010-nissan-370z-uk-yellow-%282%29.jpg" width="400" /></center> Nissan assures that there will be a "strictly limited volume" of Yellows for sale in the UK, with "exclusivity guaranteed." But tellingly, perhaps, the company isn't divulging just how many it plans to produce in the model's press release (available after the jump). If you're interested, prepare to shell out £31,650 (nearly $52,000 USD) for a six-speed manual or £33,050 for the automatic (just over $54,000 USD – as usual, bear in mind the UK's comparatively inflated pricing structure for new cars). <center><img alt="" height="595" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/07/2010-nissan-370z-uk-yellow-%284%29.jpg" width="400" /></center> Apparently inspired by the Japanese automaker's European GT4 series racers, all Yellows will receive 19-inch forged RAYS alloys, a black leather and suede interior, along with illuminated door sill plates, special floor mats, and so on. Did we mention the bespoke lower body graphics? They remind us of less subtle, billboard-sized versions of the graphics packages on certain Porsche 911s. via:<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/02/ukdm-nissan-370z-yellow-a-special-edition-homage-to-europes-g/">autoblog</a> <center><img alt="" height="268" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/07/2010-nissan-370z-uk-yellow-%283%29.jpg" width="400" /></center> PRESS RELEASE: 2 July 2009 LATEST 370Z PUTS OTHER COUPES IN THE SHADE * Stunning new paint job for special version of Nissan's affordable supercar, the 370Z * Exclusivity guaranteed: strictly limited volume to be available in the UK * Forged alloys, race car cues, black leather and suede interior * It's Yellow It's already the one bright spot in the affordable sports car market, but now Nissan is going for gold with a special version of the storming 370Z coupe. Not for shrinking violets, the new 370Z Yellow lives up to its name in spectacular fashion. Ultimate Yellow is the paint job and it signals a 370Z with everything that people expect of the 331PS sportster along with a rare exclusivity – there will be a limited number of Yellows available – and a potent visual impact that takes the 370Z's muscular looks to new heights. Some cars were just born to be yellow. The 370Z Yellow gets design cues that nod at the racing 370Zs from the European GT4 series. The wheels are 19-inch RAYS forged alloys and along the flanks are special 370Z graphics, both items setting off the gleaming yellow body to perfection. Inside the contrast could not be greater: the theme here is black leather and suede. There's an integrated satellite navigation system, illuminated entry plates, special mats and a BOSE audio with eight speakers and a six-CD autochanger. The sophistication continues with heated seats, cruise control, speed limiter and all the other features from the 370Z GT Pack on which the special Yellow model is based. The 370Z Yellow is, like all the new-generation versions of this world famous sports car dynasty, powered by an enthusiast's delight of a V6 engine. It pumps out 331PS at 7000rpm backed up by a meaty 270lb ft of pulling power. With a six-speed manual box (a seven-speed automatic is optional), the Yellow sprints from rest to 62mph in 5.3sec and goes on to a restricted top speed of 155mph. A synchronised rev control during downchanges reminds you just how good the engine sounds – even when just trundling to the shops. The Yellows for the UK are available from all participating Nissan dealers but definitely from all High Performance Centres where its big brother the GT-R is exclusively sold. The first cars will be available from September with prices from £31,650 (manual gears) or £33,050 (automatic).

UKDM Nissan 370Z 'Yellow' is a special-edition

American fans of Nissan's fantastic new 370Z can order their cars in Chicane Yellow, but up until now, their counterparts in Blighty hav...

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Builds One Millionth T5

<center><img alt="Personnel in front of the vehicle: One million T5" height="265" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/5351830.jpg" width="400" /></center> Volkswagen has just announced that the one millionth VW T5 has rolled off the production line. The commercial vehicles division released the newly-built milestone on June 30th at the company's Hanover, Germany, plant. The millionth vehicle was a Volkswagen Transporter Van in Tornado Red, with a 1.9-liter TDI engine under the hood. That engine produces 62 kW of power. <center><img alt="Stephan Schaller, CEO of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Heinrich Söfjer" height="270" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/2896940.jpg" width="400" /></center> Production of the Volkswagen T5 began in March 2003. Since then, the vehicle has won both 2003 Van and Transporter of the Year Awards, 2004 International Van of the Year, and several other accolades. The company claims that with each configuration and engine taken into consideration, there are over 460 possible T5 models. VW has a ways to go to beat the number of T4 units produced. Over 1.7 million T4s were manufactured during its run. via:<a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070220250/vw-builds-1-millionth-t5-van">worldcarfans</a> <center><img alt="Stephan Schaller, CEO of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles" height="268" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/7/large/9623639.jpg" width="400" /></center> Press Release Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Builds One Millionth T5 <ul style="font-style: italic;"><li>One million T5s built since the start of production in March 2003</li><li>Brand's bestseller is number one in Europe</li></ul> Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles produced the one millionth vehicle of the T5 series on 30th June at the Hanover plant. The vehicle is a Transporter Van 1.9 l TDI 62 kW in Tornado Red. "The T5 is and remains the number one in its segment for new registrations in Europe and Germany", emphasised Stephan Schaller, CEO of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles during the celebrations at the Hanover plant. "One million T5s - that means one million customers towards whom we have a particular responsibility. This number is, furthermore, the product of all employees at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles: in Production, but also in Development and Procurement, in Quality Assurance, in Sales and everywhere in the brand and in our dealerships", said Schaller. Heinrich Söfjer, chairman of the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles works council, also focused on the particular commitment of the employees: "The colleagues have once again been successful with the T5 in building a vehicle where quality is assured! On the one hand this increases the image of reliability for our T5 with the customers and on the other hand we have been able to further our market leadership both in good times and bad. With this anniversary, the T5 has made its contribution towards making Hanover the location for light goods and leisure vehicles yesterday, today and tomorrow." Last year alone Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles delivered approximately 178,000 T5s to customers. Alongside Germany, the most important markets in Europe include Great Britain, The Netherlands and Austria. The success story of the current series began with the start of production on 3rd March 2003. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles builds the T5 in the plants at Hanover and Pozna?. The closed vehicle versions are built in Hanover and the open construction versions, dropside and double cabin, are built in Pozna?. The T5 series is made up of the Transporter, Caravelle, Multivan and California models. Each individual model is made up of a scope of individual model variants. Numerous awards and first prizes from national and international motoring magazines have demonstrated the popularity of the T5 from the beginning. Every year the T5 collects prizes in its segment: "Van of the Year", "Transporter of the Year"(2003), "International Van of the Year" (2004), "Car of the Year" (auto motor und sport 2004 - 2009), "Four-wheel vehicle of the Year" (Auto Bild Allrad 2005 - 2009), "Touring vehicle of the Year (promobil, 2009) and finally "Classic vehicle of the future" (Motor Klassik, 2007). The T5 is also the first choice for trade, service providers, workmen, local and regional authorities, ministries and private customers for innumerable transport and mobility requirements. Whether it be a van, dropside, double cab, Kombi or Caravelle, Multivan and California - every customer requirement is fulfilled. The T5 is delivered with a long and short wheelbase and with right or left-hand drive. If one includes all of the individual engines, a total of 460 basic variants of the T5 are produced as standard in Hanover alone. The production line builds a model with a short wheelbase followed by one with a long wheelbase, a van is followed by a Kombi with one or two side windows. "This indicates that we can listen to the requirements of the customer, our motto being: build a vehicle to suit a need", says Schaller. The T5 is in full swing. One million vehicles produced is the incentive to beat the approximately 1.7 million predecessor model T4s that were built in Hanover. In order to underline the particular relationship of the production location to the Hanover region, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will, upon the occasion of this production jubilee, donate a T5 Caravelle to a family selected by the "A heart for children" campaign. Information on Hanover: The foundation stone for the second Volkswagen plant after Wolfsburg was laid on 8th March 1955 - one year later the first Transporters left the production line in Hannover-Stöcken. With its more than five decades of history, the location has the longest tradition of any Transporter plant in the world. All five generations of the VW bus were prodcued here - a total of more than 7.5 million vehicles. Worldwide more than 10 million Volkswagen vans have been produced since 1950 - in Wolfsburg, Hanover, Pozna?, Brazil, Mexico and South Africa. The home plant of Hanover was completely restructured for the start of production of the T5 on 3rd March 2003. With approximately 12,000 employees, the plant is the largest industrial employer in the Hanover region. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles produces not only the successful brand models here, but also cylinder heads and heat exchangers for the Volkswagen Group and, since March 2009, the finished body of the Porsche Panamera.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Builds One Millionth T5

Volkswagen has just announced that the one millionth VW T5 has rolled off the production line. The commercial vehicles division released th...

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