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2012 Lotus Evora GTE in China

Thursday, April 26th, 2012

Lotus Evora GTE

The 2012 Beijing International Auto Show kicks off today, and Lotus Cars is showing off its full model range for the first time, including a very special supercar that’s been custom-made for China.
When the Lotus Evora GTE was unveiled at the Frankfurt show last year, the Chinese market went crazy for this, Lotus’ most powerful road-going model ever. Now the British sports car company has prepared the Evora GTE China Limited Edition, which makes its world debut in Beijing.

Lotus’ eminent chassis engineers have adapted the GTE to suit Chinese roads, and the interior comes with more leather and carbon fibre to make it more luxurious inside, without compromising performance at all. Its 3.5-litre supercharged V6 engine fires out 444 horsepower. Well, this is the year of the dragon!
Only 118 examples of the limited edition will be put on sale, making it all the more exclusive and collectable. Each car features a numbered plaque inside, marked with the China Limited Edition insignia.
Making its first appearance in China, the Lotus Evora IPS and its automatic paddle-shift transmission is a sure-fire hit. Its 3.5 litre V6 engine provides 280 horsepower, which the acclaimed chassis fully exploits. The Intelligent Precision Shift allows a high and even level of power transfer as well as quick, smooth shifts. It makes for more comfort in the city, better fuel efficiency, and huge fun when it comes to the twisty stuff.

Accompanying these premium Evoras, stablemates Elise and Exige have also made the trip to Beijing.
Also on the stand, Lotus presents the black-and-gold Lotus F1 Team car which is impressing on the Grand Prix circuit this year. Team-mates Kimi Raikkonen and Romain Grosjean are flying the flag for Lotus just like heroes of yesteryear, like Mario Andretti, Ayrton Senna and Jim Clark.

Lotus China are taking the opportunity of the Beijing show to announce the Lotus China Racing Club. It’s currently the only world-class club of its kind in China, offering its members track days, performance and race driving instruction, race car rental and exclusive access to Lotus events. A car refitted by the Lotus China Racing Club as well as the Lotus T125 – the first F1-inspired single-seater race car to go on sale – are on display in the outdoor exhibition area.

Lotus China Racing Club, the Lotus Evora GTE China Limited Edition, and very encouraging sales in the past 6-months attest to Lotus China’s proactive development strategy and Group Lotus’ strong confidence in the potential of the Chinese sports car market and the global appeal of the legendary marque.

Dany Bahar, CEO, Group Lotus: “As the top potential market for sports car brands, China is a vital part of the five-year revival plan we announced 18-months ago. We are committed to bringing our unique products, distinctive style and rich history to China to provide Chinese customers with diversified and personalized product choices.”

Lichen Zhang, President & CEO, Lotus China: “Within six months of Lotus Cars’ entry into China, orders have exceeded our expectations, which has strengthened our confidence in developing the China market. At the same time, in accordance with the China market’s characteristics and customer requirements, we have developed the Lotus Evora GTE China Limited Edition which we are launching here in Beijing, together with the Evora IPS.”

: 2012 Lotus Evora GTE

: Lotus Evora GTE

: Lotus Evora GTE

2012 Lotus Evora GTE

Lotus Evora GTE

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2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 20th Anniversary Edition in China

Wednesday, April 11th, 2012

2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

This year marks the 20th anniversary for Ferrari in China since the first Ferrari, a 348 TS, was ordered in Beijing. To celebrate this historical milestone, in a few weeks time Ferrari will inaugurate its first ever permanent brand exhibition outside of Maranello at the Italia Center of Shanghai World Expo Park. Covering 900 square metres the Ferrari Exhibition will last for three years and will feature some of the best collections from the Maranello Museum divided into five topics, including Ferrari in China, Green Technology, Product, Design and Racing.

Along with current and past Ferrari models, visitors will gain first-hand experience with a rich selection of images and videos made especially for this exhibition.

Another important element for the 20th anniversary celebration is the introduction of the 458 Italia special edition of only 20 cars dedicated exclusively to the China market. The car’s livery is characterised by unique Chinese elements and is finished in a brand new colour called Marco Polo Red specially developed for this exclusive car which will be presented at the inauguration of the Ferrari Exhibition at the Shanghai Expo Park’s Italian Center.

The inspiration behind the livery came from the longma theme which is an old Chinese idiom which means “the vigor and spirit of the legendary dragon-horse”. Dragon is a symbol of Chinese culture, standing for courage, passion and success, whilst Ferrari’s prancing horse logo is one of the most recognised symbols in the world representing Italian cultural identity and its unrivalled achievements in the design and engineering fields.

The 458 Italia is a very high performing and exclusive 8 cylinder mid-rear engined car which has won over 35 awards all around the world. The 458 Italia mixes very innovative technology with exclusivity and design and it perfectly encapsulates the passion and vitality of the longma spirit.

The most eye-catching element of the car’s exterior is the golden dragon on the front bonnet, which is offset by gold and black livery stripes symbolising a racing track. The image of the soaring dragon and the prancing horse on the front bonnet complement each other perfectly, and are the finishing touch to the car’s overall design. The symbols reflect both Chinese culture as well as Ferrari’s constant innovation.

This unique design is enhanced by gold finish to the rims and the aeroelastic winglets. The interior also reflects the unique longma spirit and the celebration of Chinese culture with gold embroidery on the car’s head rests, while the engine start button on each of the 20 cars is inscribed with the simplified Chinese characters for ‘start’, and a ‘20th Anniversary Special Edition’ plaque is set into the dash.

: 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 20th Anniversary Edition

: 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

: 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 20th Anniversary Edition

2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

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2012 BMW M3 Carbon Edition Announced China

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

BMW M3

BMW M product manager Mr. Wang Chao of China announced the mystery of the evening activities models – BMW M3 Carbon Fiber Limited Edition. According to reports, only with a carbon fiber roof of the BMW M3 Coupé market price of RMB1.105 million. The limited sale of 111 units and personalized limited edition BMW M3 carbon fiber, the market sale price of RMB1.23 million.

Limited edition models than the regular version of the BMW M3 carbon fiber roof and more out of the following configuration: black wheels, carbon fiber kit, carbon fiber rear spoiler, high-gloss chrome trim, and contrasting colors black and white leather interior with white stitching.

BMW M3 limited edition carbon fiber is the biggest highlight of the roof, which uses a carbon fiber roof, you can reduce the M3′s body weight 5 kg, while reducing the weight of the vehicle can be a little lower center of gravity.

In appearance, the BMW M3 Limited Moderator pushed carbon fiber white (pearl metallic paint), the entire roof of carbon fiber materials are used. Rear spoiler rear body of carbon fiber material used in the front and rear bumpers, interior, etc. are also carbon fiber parts. In addition, both sides of the bottom of the door labeled “carbon edition” logo.

In the interior part of the co-pilot side of the center console “carbon edition one of 111″ special logo, Welcome pedal has “carbon edition” logo. Seat parts, in addition to a slight change in color on the outside, front seat head restraints are similar to the “carbon fiber ” pattern of cortical material.

Like the standard model power, the BMW M3 limited edition carbon fiber model should be the same with the regular edition, equipped with V8 4.0L naturally aspirated engine, maximum power is 309kW (420 hp) / 8300rpm; maximum torque 400Nm/3900rpm, to match Is a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission Drivelogic. Official time is given 4.6 seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km results, the maximum speed of 250 km / h (electronically limited value).