2. Mazda MX5 RF:

Recently redesigned Mazda Miata- the new Mazda MX5 RF is fastback stunner with a Targa heart! The mid-section hardtop has an electrically folding roof panel, folding away in about 12 seconds- leaving behind a Targa-style open roof.

3. Spyker C8 Preliator:
With the Latin word for “Warrior” at it’s namesake, the new Spyker C8 Preliator known for it’s unusual yet elegant design- reflects it’s fighter jet descent and the invincible spirit of the Dutch marque. Based on Spyker’s motto – “Nulla tenecia invia est via”- meaning “For the tenacious, no road is impassable” in Latin, the C8 Preliator carries a 4.2 liter, Audi V8 supercharged engine and 532 horsepower reaching a top speed of 201 miles per hour and 0-60 in just 3.7 seconds!

4. Audi R8 Spyder:

The latest Audi R8has been named “World Performance Car of the Year” a week after it made it’s debut in a striking yellow color. Powered by hand-built V10 engine and 540 horsepower, this absolute beauty launches from 0-60 in mere 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 197 miles per hour!The R8 Spyder has it’s gauge cluster area converted to a big digital screen, making an amazing virtual cockpit, which shows the driver maps for navigation, right front of his eyes!
With the Audi R8 Spyder, you can even opt for the laser lighting system: for that extra brightness at night- A typical Audi thing!

5. Maserati Levante:

Maserati’s new SUV, the Maserati Levante is bound to stop the traffic and turn heads with its ultimate combination of on-road performance and sophisticated engineering and exclusivity!
What’s better is that this gorgeous SUV is expected to go on sale in the U.S with a starting price range of low $70,000!

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What does JDM stand for in factory produces cars?

JDM stands for Japanese Domestic Market and the term is used for vehicles and parts that have been manufactured solely for the Japanese domestic market and not for the export market. So, now you know what JDM stands for, you are probably asking yourself what is a JDM car, or a JDM auto part, and why is it any different from a standard Japanese car or part that you can buy in your own country.

The Japanese car market is very different to that of the US, or Europe. In Japan, they have some very strict rules about motor vehicle inspections, which mean that, the longer you own a car, the more expensive it becomes to maintain. That means that Japanese car buyers are looking for innovative cars with leading edge technology, rather than reliable workhorses that will last for years and years, and take you for comfortable long distance cruises down a freeway. The average Japanese motorist also does about half the annual mileage that the average American driver will do and much of that mileage is over hilly and winding roads. That means that Japanese motorists want higher performance cars with better handling.

Japanese car manufacturers have responded to this domestic need by producing JDM cars that are very different from the same models of cars that they produce for export. Typically, when you see it outside of Japan, you can assume that what JDM stands for is a harder suspension, better throttle response, the very latest technology and, quite often, a much better engine. Honda’s Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), for example, was available on JDM cars five years earlier than it was available on cars made for export.

What does JDM stand for in modified cars?

If you are wondering what is JDM in the context of modified cars, then that’s a different story again! What is JDM? Well, it’s not a rice car! JDM is a subtle and sophisticated style, much in line with the original styling of the car that was produced for the Japanese market and, where possible using real JDM parts. Because the Japanese motorists don’t do so many miles and they don’t keep their cars for so long, you can pick up a high spec JDM engine, for example, for a fraction of the price of the equivalent engine that has been made specifically for the export market. Many people think that JDM parts and accessories, such as headlamps and trim, look a lot more stylish than the export versions, and they can also be easily fitted straight onto to an export model of the same car.

Rice cars, on the other hand, are typically cars with oversized spoilers and air intakes, and under-car neon lights that would blind the innocent passer-by! JDM stands for a more sophisticated, cool looking car with a high performance engine. What does JDM stand for? It stands for what the Japanese motor enthusiasts really do to their own cars. They are clean, sleek and fast.

Are there any downsides to JDM?

The upside to JDM are that the car is powerful, high performance, it looks great, and it will make your car stand out from the regular export versions of the same model of car. One of the downsides, however, is that all of those great features mean that it is also a target for car thieves, so insurance premiums will be higher.

The other potential problem with JDM cars, and JDM accessories like headlamps, is that the Japanese drive on the left hand side of the road. You would need to be careful about installing JDM headlamps on a car in America, because the light will be focused on the middle of the road, rather than the side of the road.

You also need to be careful where you buy your JDM parts, because the term JDM is often used as a cover for people selling stolen parts because it is very difficult to prove if a JDM part has been stolen, or imported through the proper channels.

What is JDM and why is it so popular?

JDM cars are smart, sleek, powerful, and, because of the way that the Japanese Domestic market is geared, you can get a low mileage used vehicles in almost showroom pristine condition that will stand out from the crowd. Whether you are a JDM enthusiast looking for something a little bit special, or a regular car buyer looking for a good deal on a used car, the JDM market will undoubtedly have something to interest you.

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Lada

Lada may not have the reputation the Mercedes or BMW have for producing luxury motor vehicles, but when you are reviewing Russian car brands, it is impossible to ignore the Russian manufacture that made its name exporting the Fiat 124-based VAZ-2101, and its many variations, to Western Europe in the 1980s.

Lada Vesta Cross

The key to Lada’s success was not in its swish interiors or high performance engines, but in the reputation that the manufacturer gained for producing competitively priced, no fuss, reliable cars that were built in such a way that the home DIY mechanic could service and repair them. In the 1980s and 1990s, Lada exported more than 60% of the cars that they manufactured and they were an important source of foreign currency income for the hard pressed Soviet Union. In some cases, Lada cars were bartered for other products. Cocoa Cola, for example, traded its drinks in return for Lada cars, which it then sold on to the UK market.

Production of the original Lada ceased in 2012, but the company, which is now a part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, is still going strong and, despite western car imports now being widely available in Russia, Lada has still managed to hold on to a dominant share of the Russian motor vehicle market.

Marussia Motors

Marussia Motors were founded in 2007 by Russian racing driver Nikolai Fomenko and it was the first Russian car brand to produce a sports super car. The company produced two sports cars; the B1, which was a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive car powered by a Cosworth-built V6 engine, and the B2, which was a much more aggressive and brutal version of the B1.

Marussia Motors also became a player on the F1 circuit when they bought a significant stake in Virgin Racing Formula One team, which later became the Marussia F1 team. The team raced in the 2012 and 2013 F1 seasons, and part way through the 2014 season, and the team took 11^th place in the Constructors’ Championship.

The company broke up in 2014, when several key staff left the manufacturer to work at a Russian government institute and the manufacturer then got into financial difficulties and folded. The Marussia F1 team continued on for a while, as a British run F1 team, but it too ceased to exist in November 2014.

GAZ

GAZ, which stands for ‘Gorkovsky Avtomobilny Zavod’ is a Russian car brand that was formed in 1932 after a deal was struck between the Soviet Union and the Ford Motor company for an exchange of parts and expertise. The first vehicles that GAZ produced were a version of the medium priced sedan, the Ford Model A, and the Ford Model AA light truck.

In recent years, GAZ has become best known for its hugely successful range of light commercial vehicles that it began to produce in 2010 known as the GAZelle range. GAZ now has over 50% of the Russian domestic market for light vans and trucks and over 60% of the bus market too. The company also entered into an agreement with Daimler in 2010 enabling them to produce the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter at their plant in Nizhny Novgorod.

The GAZ group now has agreements with General Motors to produce the Chevrolet Aveo car, and an agreement with Volkswagen Group Rus to produce the, Volkswagen Jetta, the Skoda Octavi, and the Sakoda Yeti.

UAZ

UAZ is a Russian car brand that specialises in trucks, buses, and off-road vehicles such as the UAZ-469 utility vehicle that was used extensively by the military of the Soviet Union and other Eastern Bloc countries. The UAZ-469 gained such a good reputation for its reliability and off-road capabilities that some off-road enthusiasts rate it over Land Rovers, Toyotas, and Jeeps.

UAZ was founded in 1941 to manufacture trucks and ammunition for the Red Army to aid the war effort following the German invasion of the Soviet Union and, during the 1950s and 1960s, UAZ produced a wide range of four wheel drive vehicles that were used by the military, police, and the emergency services.

Demand for UAZ vehicles dropped off dramatically when the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991 and the company struggled both financially and with quality. The UAZ plant was bought by the Severstal financial group in 2004 and the group has since made further investments in the Russian car brand.

In 2005, the company also began producing an SUV style car called the UAZ Patriot, which used a lot of third party parts in its production, including a replacement for the original UAZ transmission, which had gained a bad reputation in the UAZ-469.

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In 2005, the company introduced three novelties at the famous Chicago Auto Show. A new rear-wheel four-door pickup truck International RXT was among them. It was a smaller version of CXT. Its platform, wheels and tires were slightly smaller now. It was two feet lower and had an Alison five-speed transmission. It looked more athletic and sportier.

This model looks like a very powerful version of the Jeep.  As we have said, this car is significantly lower than its predecessor and it is much more convenient to handle if compared with the previous CXT series. The pickup began to look more dynamic and aggressive outside. It is equipped with diesel international VT 365 8-cylinder engine instead of the former DT 466. It produces 230 horsepower. The weight of a fully loaded truck is 9,3 tones, and the International RXT price starts at $ 70,000. Pay your attention to the fact that the new pickup is also cheaper than CXT model.

This crew-cab pickup has been created for people who need a truck for their business. But at the same time, the RXT has been produced for people who prefer athletic shapes and smaller size.

The RXT main features are: a bed of eight feet length, a huge thrust and brakes capable of stopping the loaded trailer. The spacious cab for a driver will make your trip even more comfortable. Moreover, the RXT is the longest vehicle of the XT range (it is 272 inches long). The RXT provides 4-wheel hydraulic disc brakes instead of air brakes and air suspension of the cab.

“A game breaker, a difference maker” is one of the advertising slogans dedicated to RXT model. The manufacturers meant this vehicle will be able to stop everything and it will attract all eyes. If CXT was positioned as a vehicle for the professional activity, for the work, the RXT is an everyday car. This monster will help you to take your children to school, bring you to the casino and will be useful on weekends.

At this point the production of the XT pickups is terminated. Despite this fact, the International RXT is still available for sale.

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The 7300 chassis and DT 466 diesel engine make this heavy duty truck pull even 20 tons. The drive system is equipped with four wheels. The International CXT price starts from $120,000.

Nowadays International CXt pickup truck for sale is extremely popular among clients who want to be noticed and respected in the city. The enormous size and impressive style of the car definitely stand out and even classic Hummers seem to be a small toy in comparison to the International CXT.

Outstanding Design

In terms of the design, we trace the same tendencies found in all big rigs of International series including the front and sparkling grille intersected by several bars. The lines of the truck are aerodynamic, the hood is raked in order to lower the coefficient drag and create an appropriate view for the driver.

The craggy image of the car is enhanced by muscular front fenders while the dynamic touch is created by sharp headlights and bumper equipped with fluid lines. The exterior of the cabin is vigorous with its straight lines presenting angular forms.

The interior of such a rough brutal car is surprisingly sophisticated and after climbing up to your cab you will find yourself in a luxurious place.

Five people can enjoy their journey in the International CXT as it has two front cozy seats and an incredible bench seat. It is genuine that passengers can easily come from the second row to the bucket seats and the car interior is so spacious that you do not have to lean.

Take a delight to drive this truck in the deep comfortable seat which you can adjust to the most appropriate position for you. The ergonomically designed steering wheel wrapped in leather is also adjusted, enhancing your pleasure from comfortable and secure driving.

Technical Features

Needless to add, that high position for the driver makes the whole road visible as you have plain view and excellent visibility angle. The controllers G-2 Electro-Hydraulic injectors which are controlled digitally are installed in order to constrict emissions and amend the efficiency of fuel.

The producers advanced the engine and equipped the vehicle with 4 valves per cylinder in order to low emission and amend breathing. Consider that International CXT gas mileage requires from 8 to 10 miles/ gallon. It can’t be treated as a perfect option for environment but it guarantees safe and comfortable riding during long trips.

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