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Lindsay Lohan

2010-11-11T16:43:00.000-08:00

Aiming to become a triple threat—actor, singer and dancer, similar to Ann-Margret and Marilyn Monroe—Lindsay Lohan began showcasing her singing through her acting. For the Freaky Friday soundtrack, she sang the closing theme, "Ultimate", as well as recording four songs for the Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen soundtrack. Producer Emilio Estefan, Jr. signed Lohan to a five-album production deal in 2002. Two years later, Lindsay Lohan signed a recording contract with Casablanca Records, headed by Tommy Mottola.

Pamela Anderson

2010-10-22T19:53:00.000-07:00

In September 1998, Pamela Anderson starred as Vallery Irons in the Sony Pictures Entertainment hit syndicated show V.I.P. created by J. F. Lawton. Blending action and humor in a fast-paced adventure series, with Pamela Anderson often poking fun at her tabloid image, the show explored the exciting and sometimes treacherous lives of the rich and famous.The series lasted through a successful four year run.

Ben Affleck

2010-10-14T20:06:00.000-07:00

Ben Affleck came to national attention working with Damon in Good Will Hunting in 1997, for which they shared credit and received the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. Along with Damon and producers Chris Moore and Sean Bailey, Affleck founded the production company LivePlanet, through which the four created the documentary series Project Greenlight, as well as the failed mystery-hybrid series Push, Nevada amongst other projects. Project Greenlight was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Reality Program in 2002, 2004 and 2005.

Alyssa Milano

2010-10-07T20:10:00.000-07:00

In 1996, Alyssa Milano appeared opposite Mark Wahlberg and Reese Witherspoon in the thriller Fear. Alyssa Milano recalled the role in the film being one of those which she "fought for", instead of it being given to her because of her name.

Sandra Bullock

2010-09-07T02:10:00.000-07:00

In November 2009, Sandra Bullock starred in The Blind Side, which opened at #2 behind New Moon with $34.2 million, making it her highest opening weekend ever. The Blind Side is unique in that it had a 17.6% increase at the box office its second weekend, and it took the top spot of the box office in its third weekend. The movie cost $29 million to make according the Box Office Mojo. It has grossed over $250 million to date, making it her highest grossing film and the first movie in history to pass the $200 million mark with only one top-billed female star. Sandra Bullock won the award for Best Actress at the Golden Globes, Academy Awards, and the Screen Actors Guild Award for her performance in "The Blind Side".

Aishwarya Rai

2010-09-01T20:25:00.000-07:00

Aishwarya Rai was born in Mangalore to Krishnaraj Rai and Vrinda Rai. She has one elder brother, Aditya Rai, who is an engineer in the merchant navy and has also co-produced one of Rai's movies, Dil Ka Rishta (2003). At an early age her parents moved to Mumbai where she attended the Arya Vidya Mandir high school in Santa Cruz. Aishwarya Rai then entered Jai Hind College at Churchgate for one year, and then moved to Ruparel College in Matunga to finish her HSC studies. She planned to become an architect, and started studying architecture, but gave up her education to pursue a career in modelling.

Britney Spears

2010-08-15T22:17:00.000-07:00

At age eight, Britney Spears auditioned for the Disney Channel series The New Mickey Mouse Club. Although Britney Spears was considered too young to join the series at the time, a producer on the show introduced her to a New York City agent. Britney Spears subsequently spent three summers at NYC's Professional Performing Arts School and also appeared in a number of off-Broadway productions. Britney Spears was an understudy in the 1991 off-Broadway musical Ruthless!. In December 1991, Britney Spears landed a spot on the popular television show Star Search. Britney Spears won the first round of competition, but ultimately lost. At age eleven, Britney Spears returned to the Disney Channel for a spot on The New Mickey Mouse Club in Lakeland, Florida. Britney Spears was featured on the show from 1993 to 1994, until she was 13. After the show ended, Britney Spears returned to Kentwood and attended high school for a year.

Gisele Bundchen

2010-08-09T11:15:00.000-07:00

In May 2006, Gisele Bundchen signed another multi-million dollar deal, this time with American giant Apple Inc.. Gisele Bundchen starred in an advertising campaign to promote the new Macintosh line through the Get a Mac advertisements. Also in 2006, Gisele Bundchen became the new face of Swiss luxury watchmaker Ebel.

Monica Bellucci

2010-08-01T18:50:00.000-07:00

In 2003, Monica Bellucci won the Nastro d'Argento Best Supporting Actress award for her portrayal of Alessia in Remember Me, My Love. In 2006, Monica Bellucci served as a judge at 59th Cannes Film Festival. In 2009, she won the World Actress Award in Women's World Award.

Hilary Duff

2010-07-26T02:37:00.000-07:00

Hilary Duff has also launched clothing lines which include Stuff by Hilary Duff and Femme for DKNY Jeans and two exclusive perfume collections with Elizabeth Arden. Hilary Duff and her mother were listed as producers for the movie Material Girls. Hilary Duff is credited as executive producer for her independent film According to Greta and is also signed on as a model to IMG Models New York. On February 19, 2010, Hilary Duff got engaged to Mike Comrie after a courtship of over two years.

Alicia Keys

2010-07-16T20:42:00.000-07:00

Songs in A Minor led Alicia Keys to win five awards at the 2002 Grammy Awards: Song of the Year, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, and Best R&B Song for "Fallin'", Best New Artist, and Best R&B Album; "Fallin'" was also nominated for Record of the Year. Alicia Keys became the second female solo artist to win five Grammy Awards in a single night, following Lauryn Hill at the 41st Grammy Awards. That same year, Alicia Keys collaborated with Christina Aguilera for the latter's upcoming album Stripped on a song entitled "Impossible", which Alicia Keys wrote, co-produced, and provided with background vocals. During the early 2000s, Alicia Keys also made small cameos in television series Charmed and American Dreams.

Mariah Carey

2010-07-13T17:27:00.000-07:00

In 2008, Mariah Carey past Elvis Presley for the most number-one singles for a solo artist in the United States with eighteen, only behind The Beatles. Mariah Carey also has three songs debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100; Fantasy, One Sweet Day and Honey, making her the artist with the most number one debuts in the charts 52 year history. In addition to her commercial accomplishments, Mariah Carey has earned five Grammy Awards, and is well-known for her five-octave vocal range, power, melismatic style, and use of the whistle.

Eva Mendes

2010-07-09T00:21:00.000-07:00

One day Eva Mendes caught the eye of an agent who convinced her to pursue acting more steadily. Eva Mendes worked her way up through commercials to music videos, including an appearance in Will Smith's video "Miami" and the Pet Shop Boys music video for "Se a vida é (That’s the way life is)" in 1996 and Aerosmith's video "Hole in My Soul" in 1997, to guest roles in soap operas and supporting film roles. Eva Mendes first film appearance was in the direct-to-video Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror.

Paris Hilton

2010-07-07T18:18:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton was born in New York, NY to Richard, a businessman, and his wife, Kathy Hilton (née Avanzino), a socialite and actress. Paris Hilton is the oldest of four children: she has one sister, Nicholai Olivia "Nicky" Hilton (b. 1983) and two brothers, Barron Nicholas Hilton II (b. 1989) and Conrad Hughes Hilton III (b. 1994). The family had Norwegian, German, Irish, and Italian roots. Paris Hilton is a niece of two child stars of the 1970s, Kim and Kyle Richards

Tara Reid

2010-06-12T00:08:00.000-07:00

Tara Reid was born and raised in Wyckoff, New Jersey, the daughter of Donna and Tom Reid, both of whom were teachers and day-care center owners. Tara Reid attended St. Elizabeth's Catholic Elementary, Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School, Ramapo High School, John F. Kennedy High School in Granada Hills and graduated from Barnstable Academy, an alternative high school. Tara Reid also attended Professional Children's School, in Manhattan, along with fellow actors Christina Ricci, Jerry O'Connell, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Macaulay Culkin. Tara Reidhas twin younger siblings Colleen and Patrick and another brother, Tom.

Busy Philipps

2010-06-09T01:14:00.001-07:00

Busy Philipps was born in Oak Park, Illinois. Her parents gave her the nickname Busy because, as an infant, she was always moving, and the nickname stuck; it even appears on her driver's license. Busy Philipps attended Chaparral High School in Scottsdale, Arizona. Busy Philipps attended Loyola Marymount University at the same time as former boyfriend Colin Hanks and Linda Cardellini.

Jessica Simpson

2010-06-07T21:40:00.000-07:00

Jessica Ann Simpson (born July 10, 1980) is an American singer, actress, and television personality who rose to fame in the late 1990s. She has achieved seven Billboard Top 40 hits, and has three gold and two multi-platinum RIAA-certified albums. Simpson starred with her then-husband Nick Lachey in the MTV reality show Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica. She ventured into the country music market in 2008 and released Do You Know.

Keira Knightley

2010-06-01T01:47:00.000-07:00

Keira Christina Knightley (born 26 March 1985) is an English film actress and model. Keira Knightley began her career as a child and came to international prominence in 2003 after co-starring in the films Bend It Like Beckham and Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.

Mariah Carey

2010-05-29T00:40:00.000-07:00

Mariah Carey (born March 27, 1970) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress. Mariah Carey made her recording debut in 1990 under the guidance of Columbia Records executive Tommy Mottola, and became the first recording artist to have her first five singles top the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Jessica Alba

2010-05-26T03:04:00.000-07:00

Jessica Alba appeared in two national television commercials for Nintendo and J.C. Penney as a child. She was later featured in several independent films. She branched out into television in 1994 with a recurring role as the vain Jessica in three episodes of the Nickelodeon comedy series The Secret World of Alex Mack. She then performed the role of Maya in the first two seasons of the television series Flipper. Under the tutelage of her lifeguard mother, Jessica Alba learned to swim before she could walk, and she was a PADI-certified scuba diver, skills which were put to use on the show, which was filmed in Australia.

Emma Watson

2010-05-18T23:50:00.000-07:00

In 2007, Emma Watson announced her involvement in two non-Harry Potter productions: the made-for-television adaptation of the novel Ballet Shoes and an animated film, The Tale of Despereaux. Ballet Shoes was broadcast on December 26, 2007 to an audience of 5.2 million and The Tale of Despereaux, based on the book by Kate DiCamillo, was released in 2008.

RihannaRihanna

2010-05-18T00:44:00.001-07:00

On December 24, 2008, Rihanna stated that she would be back in the recording studio in early 2009 to resume working on her fourth studio album. She expects the album to be released in 2009. There are conflicting reports about her next album. MTV.com reported that Rihanna has now gone into the studio to start recording her fourth album. "Bad Girl" was the first single to be recorded and featured rap vocals from Chris Brown, the single was since re-recorded by the Pussycat Dolls and now features in the film "Shopaholics." Other singles and demos have leaked too.

Vida Guerra

2010-05-15T21:53:00.000-07:00

Vida Guerra
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Vida Guerra (born March 19, 1974) is a Cuban-born American model, actress, and singer. Her first notable appearance was in the U.S. edition of FHM magazine in December 2002; since then, she has modeled for many other men's magazines.

Born in Havana, Cuba, Guerra moved to the United States soon after, ending up in the town of Perth Amboy, New Jersey. While growing up, she entered several fashion shows modeling swim wear, and appeared in a few music videos.

Paris Hilton

2010-05-08T02:09:00.001-07:00

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Paris Hilton

Hilton guest starred in an episode of I Get That a Lot in 2010, on CBS, as a petrol service-station attendant.

Britney Spears

2010-04-29T20:59:00.001-07:00

Britney Spears

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After the release of her first greatest hits album Greatest Hits: My Prerogative , Spears experienced personal struggles and her career went under hiatus. This was until her fifth studio album, Blackout was released in 2007.

Tyra Banks

2009-10-05T15:42:00.000-07:00

Tyra Banks
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Leah Remini

2009-09-28T01:56:00.001-07:00

Leah Remini
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Alexa Vega

2009-09-02T16:23:00.000-07:00

Alexa Vega

Rachel Stevens

2009-07-10T06:35:00.000-07:00

Rachel Stevens
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Birth Name: Rachel Lauren Stevens
Born: 9 April 1978(age 30)
Birth Place: Southgate, London
Genre: Pop, dance
Occupation: Singer, Actress, Model
Years active: 1999–present
Label: Polydor

Penelope Cruz

2009-05-05T20:43:00.000-07:00

Penelope Cruz
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For Penelope Cruz, the early 2000s were a period of mediocre reviews and mixed commercial success. In late 2001, she appeared in the film Vanilla Sky, the Hollywood remake of Abre los ojos. Returning to Europe, in 2004, Penelope Cruz learned Italian to star in the film Don't Move. She earned critical praise for her role and earned the coveted David di Donatello award, the Italian equivalent to the Oscar, for her portrayal. Cruz speaks Castellano, French, English, and Italian.

Tea Leoni

2009-04-17T21:53:00.001-07:00

Tea Leoni

Tea Leoni ranked #79 on the FHM "100 Sexiest Women of 2000" list.

Stacy Keibler

2009-04-12T21:59:00.000-07:00

Stacy Keibler

Stacy Keibler accepted a larger role and became a valet using the stage name Miss Hancck, briefly serving as an associate for the tag team of Lenny Lane and Lodi dubbed "Standards and Practices". Despite wearing business suits, her character was known to climb on top of the announcers' table and dance sensually. It was also during this period that Stacy Keibler began using what would become her trademark ring entrance: slowly putting her forty-two inch legs through the second tier of ropes, pausing to let the crowd momentarily see her panties. At 5 feet 11 inches, Keibler was one of few women in professional wrestling tall enough to step over the middle of three ropes that surround the ring.

Angelina Jolie

2009-02-22T20:28:00.001-08:00

Angelina Jolie

BMW X6 Series 2009

2009-02-18T04:22:00.000-08:00

2009 BMW X6 Series

The 2009 X6 Series has more potential and power than you could ever imagine. Benefit from a fabulous SUV and likewise provide your family with the unlimited conveniences that come integrated in the BMW X6 Series.

Seat up to six passengers in the X6 Series in the most comfortable fashion on account of great interior features. You're sure to find great interior conveniences such as Nevada Leather upholstery, automatic front climate control, Dynamic Cruise Control, iDrive System with on-board computer, anti-theft AM/FM/CD radio with high-fidelity 12-speaker sound system, and 2-way power glass moonroof.

The X6 Series SUV carries smarty technology that is simply irresistible and outstanding.

Additionally, your safety is highly valued at BMW, therefore you're sure to find a great safety equipment complete with dual front airbags and front side-impact airbags, front and rear Head Protection System, Rollover Sensor, active headrests, and anti-theft alarm system.

And as luxurious and protective as it is inside, the X6 Series also features an incredible exterior that will enable you to take on any terrain without complications.

The X6 Series' exterior is fully harmonized by Metallic Paint, Xenon Adaptive Headlights with auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings, dual power outside mirrors, chrome exhaust tips, and front and rear Park Distance Control.

BMW caters to more than just your needs for luxury and technology. The X6 Series comes available with with two incredible engines; a turbocharged 6-Cylinder, 3.0-Liter DOHC 24-Valve Inline engine and an 8-cylinder, 4.4-Liter 32-Valve Turbocharged. So you can expect anywhere from 300-400 horsepower every time you drive your brand new X6 SUV.

Drive the X6 Series you deserve first-rate quality and unmatched performance.

2008 Chrysler 300C Touring UK Version

2009-01-22T13:50:00.000-08:00

2008 Chrysler 300C Touring UK Version

Denise Richards

2008-12-23T14:55:00.000-08:00

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2009 BMW M6

Though reviewers praise the M6 for its refined appointments and everyday performance, most find its custom performance and interior feature settings too difficult to operate.

Reviewers find that the BMW M6 coupe is a sporty and luxurious ride that just might be too technologically advanced for its own good. While test drivers are impressed with its ride and handling dynamics, many criticize the M6 for its complicated performance and convenience feature settings -- which are highly customizable. Still, auto writers agree that the M6 is an exceptional driver's car. "If you aren't scared by the over-$100,000 sticker, and if you're interested in a high-performance car that won't set you back by 50 percent more than that, then the M6 might be the vehicle for you," writes The Auto Channel. "It has a limited audience, but that audience can also consider itself very lucky. Very lucky."

Audi A8 2009

2008-12-17T18:14:00.000-08:00

2009 Audi A8

The new Audi A8 has been described as a “supremely competent, utterly complete premium luxury sedan”. The Automobile Magazine has called the A8’s cabin “the sexiest sedan interior in the world”. Though there is weariness in the market in the present economic meltdown, key auto players like Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz are still introducing swankier, sportier and extremely sophisticated models. Audi’s new A8 is expected to make a dent in the up market auto sales.

The 2009 Audi A8 is an attractive car with a long body and a slightly arching roofline. “The sheet metal — its Armani suit — that wraps around the car is the best representation of the current Audi styling language and the huge full-length grille looks bold and luxurious”, according to Automobile Magazine. While driving, the new A8 is very “nimble, precise and responsive”, according to test-drivers. Along with the standard seventeen-inch rim wheels with 235-series all season tires, Audi also offers 18 inch and 19 inch rims with 255-series tires. Audi claims that the new A8 can go from zero to 100 km/h in just 8 seconds and can reach a top speed of 238 km/h.

Audi has reported in a press release “the 1,690 kg 2009 Audi A8 equipped with the company’s new 2.8-liter FSI engine features a standard fuel consumption of only 8.3 liter per 100 km (that’s about 34 mpg) and produces only 199 g/km of CO2 emissions” which is the best level in its class. The transmission has the conventional tiptronic 6-speed automatic. The updated Audi A8 executive sedan features new fog-lamps, new side mirrors with built-in turn signals, new wheels, new LED tail lamps, new steering system, new air suspension, as well as a set of new electronic assistance systems.

Reviewers find the interiors of the new A8 very “functional”. Its multifunctional steering wheel which has four controls and the standard Multi Media Interface (MMI), wood and leather interiors, comfortable driver’s seat have all come in for praise from reviewers. The MMI has been hailed as the “undisputed new benchmark among interfaces” for its simple, logical and easy-to-use design. Some of the other features include keyless ignition system, intelligent cruise control, 10 standard air bags and Adaptive Light System.

While conventional looking, the new Audi A8 promises to give stiff competition to the other luxury car manufacturers in the coming year.

Eva Longoria

2008-12-17T18:04:00.001-08:00

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Eva Longoria

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BMW 1-Series 2009

2008-12-14T14:30:00.000-08:00

2009 BMW 1-Series

The 2009 BMW 1-Series line is largely unchanged following its introduction for the 2008 model year. The lineup includes 128i and 135i models. The 1-Series slots below BMW's 3-Series in size and price. The 1-Series is available as either a 2-door coupe or convertible with a power folding soft top. Engines are 3.0-liter 6-cylinders shared with the 3-Series. The 128i has 230 hp, while the 135i is turbocharged and has 300 hp. All models have a standard 6-speed manual transmission and offer an optional 6-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags (coupes), and front side airbags. A sunroof and split folding rear seat are standard on coupes. An available Premium Package includes leather upholstery, power front seat, and BMW's Assist system. A Sport Package includes specific trim, sport suspension (on 128i), and sport bucket seats. Other options include a voice-activated navigation system, aluminum or burled walnut interior trim, and heated front seats.

Jessica Biel

2008-12-14T13:09:00.000-08:00

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Jessica Biel

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Bentley Azure 2009

2008-12-09T16:20:00.000-08:00

2009 Bentley Azure

Stylish and powerful, the new Bentley Azure T is the world’s most elegant convertible and destined to become a future classic. With unique Bentley ‘T’ styling cues reinforcing its sporting stance, the 500bhp Azure T delivers driver-focused performance with the ability to transport four adults in first-class, open-top luxury.

The new Azure T, specified with the high performance version of Crewe’s iconic 6¾ litre V8 engine, is the latest in a line of Bentley models to bear the ‘T’ legend. The 1996 Continental coupe was the first modern Bentley ‘T’, followed in 2002 by the Arnage T, both flagship models with a distinctive sporting character and thunderous performance.

The Azure’s already striking form is now enhanced by 20-inch 5-spoke wheels and tyres, ‘Le Mans’ front wing vents, dark tint matrix grille and a sculpted, retractable Flying ‘B’ mascot.
For the performance-oriented Azure T, the twin-turbocharged V8 engine produces 500bhp and 1000 Nm of torque – an 11 per cent increase in power and a 14 per cent increase in torque over its 450bhp/875 Nm Azure stable mate.

The famous Bentley wave of torque is even more prodigious than before and performance is significantly raised with a top speed of 179 mph (288 km/h) and a 0-60 mph time of just 5.2 seconds (0-100 km/h in 5.5 sec). Member of the Board, Sales and Marketing, Stuart McCullough comments:

“The new Azure T reflects our passion for creating the world’s most exhilarating and prestigious convertibles that, true to the Bentley T tradition, blend sophistication with a powerful presence.”
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A UNIQUE OPEN-TOP MOTORING EXPERIENCE

Based on the Azure, the Azure T offers a range of discreet exterior cues that further enhance its powerful stance and hint at its increased performance potential. Key ingredients of its distinctive appearance include design features 20-inch five-spoke, two-piece alloy wheels and ‘Le Mans’ lower front wing air vents.
Further distinguishing points from the Azure are standard features such as dark-tinted upper and lower grilles, ‘jewel’ fuel filler cap (made from billet aluminium) and door mirror mountings finished in body colour.

Like the Bentley Brooklands, the Azure T sports the iconic Flying ‘B’ mascot, which can retract neatly into the grille surround. Originally designed by motoring artist F. Gordon Crosby, the ‘B’ was first used on the 1930 Bentley 8-Litre.

With exterior lines that echo visual elements of the Bentley Mk.6 from 1946, the Azure was enthusiastically received on its original debut as a concept car at the Los Angeles Show in January 2005. Now, as the Azure T makes its own ‘debut’ at LA, Raul Pires, Manager of Exterior design for Bentley Motors, notes:

“The Azure’s proportions provided us with the ideal platform to work with when creating the new Azure T. The prominent haunches and ‘supermodel’ body inspired our designers to create a new interpretation of a Bentley convertible with the accent placed on a more muscular, sporting stance.”

Bentley’s designers highlight the 1955 Park Ward S1 Drophead Coupé and 1995 Azure as the main influences for the current Azure and Azure T. Like the ’50s convertible, the car has a deep body with a single feature line that runs along both flanks and rises at the powerful rear haunches before spearing off at the rear of the car. Similarly, the Azure T’s fast and flowing roofline is echoed in its seven-bow canvas roof that gives the car a visible sporting profile when raised.

Prominent wheel arches grace a slender, narrowing boot that results in a ‘horse shoe’ trailing edge. This elegant shape is reminiscent of the first Crewe-built Bentley, the Mk.6, and the overall effect is a subtle hint at the power and performance that lies beneath the Azure T’s bodywork.

Delicate brightware detailing accentuates the flowing lines of the Azure T and this includes rear tail-lamp bezels, exhaust finishes and slender strips that run the length of the car.

Significant time and effort has gone into making the Azure T’s folding roof attractive as well as highly functional. Operated hydraulically at the touch of a switch, the impressive, three-layer canvas roof is elegantly stowed beneath the rear parcel shelf in a matter of 25 seconds. Because the roof is held in a separate well area, there is no impact on the generous boot space which was designed to hold two sets of golf clubs and hand luggage.

The engine and transmission of the Azure T are identical to those already employed in the high-performance Arnage T and Arnage Final Series saloons. In this specification, Bentley’s remarkable all-aluminium 6¾ litre V8 engine produces 500 bhp (507PS/373kW) and 1000 Nm (738lb ft) of torque – with over 90 per cent of that torque available between 1,800 and 3,800 rev/min – figures that ensure the signature Bentley ‘wave of torque’ delivers effortless performance for a unique open-top convertible driving experience.

Each of these hand-made V8 engines comes with a black-finish air intake manifold bearing the signature of the team leader who oversaw its construction by Bentley technicians in the Crewe factory. The six-speed ZF automatic transmission ensures optimum flexibility, response and refinement. Three transmission modes (Drive, Sport and Manual) allow the driver to take full advantage of the powerful 500 bhp V8 engine.

A sophisticated electronic management system provides fast yet smooth gearshifts regardless of how the car is being driven. Another important feature of the latest Azure T is the separation of the sports suspension and sports gearbox settings, allowing the driver to select their preference for each system independently – via a ‘Sport’ switch on the dashboard for the suspension and by positioning the gearlever for the transmission’s Sport mode.

Bentley’s V8 guarantees outstanding performance levels. From standstill, acceleration to 60 mph is achieved in just 5.2 seconds (0-100 km/h 5.5 seconds), 100 mph reached in 12.1 seconds (160 km/h in 12.0 seconds) and a top speed of 179 mph (288 km/h) is possible.
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The Azure’s double wishbone front and rear suspension is carried over to the Azure T unaltered. Set-up and fine-tuned to give a refined ride that best suits the character of this convertible Bentley, the system features coil springs with computer-controlled, adaptive electro-hydraulic dampers and automatic ride-height control with auto-load compensation.

The Azure T’s suspension delivers impressive body control in all driving conditions, while the new five-spoke, two-piece 8.5J x 20-inch Sports alloy wheels with 255/40 ZR20 Pirelli P Zero tyres further improve handling and road holding.

As an option, Azure T owners may specify an upgraded braking system with carbon/silicon carbide, cross-drilled brake ventilated discs. Measuring 420 x 40 mm (front) and 356 x 28 mm (rear), these discs are the largest fitted to any production car on sale today. With eight-piston callipers, the brakes provide impressive deceleration and also give an 8 kg reduction in unsprung weight, benefiting steering response, ride suppleness and acceleration.
This lightweight braking system ensures virtually fade-free use, time after time, and superb resistance to disc distortion under high thermal conditions. Under normal use, the brake discs will last the lifetime of the car and pad life is doubled compare to the standard system.

For Azure T and its Bentley stable mates, the Traction Control system is calibrated with the aim of avoiding all unnecessary reductions in engine torque. The ESP logic system, which is set up to allow spirited handling without any reduction in stability or safety, monitors the car’s overall stability rather than simply loss of grip to the wheels. This reduces the amount of intervention required and restores power earlier and more progressively, allowing the power of the Azure T’s V8 engine to be fully exploited.

The Bentley Azure T enjoys an 11 per cent power and 14 per cent torque increase compared with Azure and the strength and stiffness of the original chassis are such that no changes were deemed necessary, as Brian Gush, Director of Powertrain and Chassis, explains:

“The Azure chassis has always had an immense potential and this enables us to offer the extra power of our 500 bhp V8 engine and the driver-focused qualities of a true Bentley T without compromising ride comfort.”

Compared with the Arnage, the Azure T benefits from significant stiffening members. These strengthened steel parts lie in the sill section of the car and extend into the A-pillars that form the windscreen frame. Beneath the front and rear of the Azure, carbon fibre cross-bracing members reinforce the whole bodyshell, while adding far less weight than steel.

Strengthening has also been applied to the body structure behind the rear seats where an advanced rollover protection system is fitted. This immediately detects if the car is in danger of inverting and deploys two hoops that are integrated within the rear headrests. In conjunction with the strengthened front windscreen frame, these are capable of supporting 2.5 times the entire weight of an over-turned car.

EXQUISITE CRAFTSMANSHIP

Befitting its role as a new Bentley flagship convertible, the Azure T embodies a range of standard features that were previously unavailable or only available as cost options on the Azure. The seats and door panels have Diamond Quilting, the fascia features an ‘engine-turned’ aluminium finish (reminiscent of 1920s racing Bentleys), and the instrument faces are finished in Black rather than Parchment.

Bentley emblems are embroidered on the front seat backs and the rear seat centre, an iPod/USB interface is provided, while the full range of Bentley’s premium veneers is available, a knurled finish is applied to several handles and switches and a knurled, chrome gear knob is fitted.

The new Azure T will have a strong appeal to Bentley customers, as Trevor Gay, Personal Commissioning Manager at Mulliner (Bentley’s specialist commissioning department), explains:
“The Azure has always stood apart from the rest of the Bentley range and the higher-performance Azure T will allow customers the opportunity to use the Mulliner service to create a bespoke convertible to their exact specification.”

Although many of the most desirable Mulliner options are included in Azure T as standard, Bentley anticipates that the majority of buyers will request additional enhancements. Inside, the Azure T is everything customers would expect of a bespoke Bentley, offering the highest levels of hand-craftsmanship to a small, discerning audience. The interior offers a spacious, luxurious cabin to provide the ultimate in first-class, open-top travel for four adults.

As in every Bentley, craftsmanship and bespoke finishing are to the fore. Every item of trim, be it veneer, hide or chromed bezel, uses authentic materials.

Azure T is available in the full Bentley range of 42 exterior colours, 25 interior hides, and the full range of premium veneers, plus the comprehensive line-up of Mulliner options and its bespoke colour-matching service that enable Bentley owners to create a uniquely personal car.

Of course, the nature of a convertible means that its interior is often on display as much as its exterior and Bentley’s design team knew that the Azure T’s spacious cabin should make a strong a statement. Consequently, warm and inviting leather hide extend past the seats and onto the parcel shelf and this emphasises the dimensions of the rear compartment.

A new audio head unit with larger display screen and an SD (secure digital) memory card slot instead of the single CD slot is fitted. At the rear, a new hide-covered boot rail with coordinated leather trim and a chrome strip along the top edge gives the load area a tidier, premium appearance.

All Azure T models come with an iPod Interface linked to the Infotainment system, enabling customers to play their favourite music through the car’s audio system. The system is supplied with connectors for iPod, USB, Mini USB and a 3.5 mm AUX jack and includes a 12 volt power outlet for charging purposes.

As an option, Azure T buyers can specify the Naim for Bentley premium audio system. Created in partnership with Bentley by Naim Audio, a UK-based high end hi-fi manufacturer, this system features 10 speakers, a dual-channel sub-woofer and an 1100 Watt amplifier, plus eight individual DSP modes to reproduce true emotions and a ‘live’ concert-like experience.

In Azure T the sub-woofers are located in the rear passenger footwells and contained within a special enclosure to ensure the sound of this pure music remains within the open cabin.

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2008-12-09T16:07:00.000-08:00

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Cadillac CTS 2009

2008-12-02T04:26:00.000-08:00

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The 2009 Cadillac CTS lineup gains a revived CTS-V high-performance model. The CTS-V is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged version of the Chevrolet Corvette's V8 engine. It produces 556 hp and is mated to either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The CTS-V comes standard with GM's Magnetic Ride Control suspension, which automatically adjusts firmness within two driver-selectable modes. GM also is offering its "Performance Traction Management" system on the CTS-V. This system is similar to GM's Stabilitrak antiskid system, but it is set to aid performance in spirited driving. The V also gets an upgraded interior that includes available Recaro-brand seats with 14-way adjustment and a suede-like microfiber wrap for the shift lever and steering wheel. The rest of the 2009 Cadillac CTS lineup is largely unchanged following its 2008 redesign. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available on all but the CTS-V. Base CTS models have a 263-hp 3.6-liter V6 engine. Uplevel Direct Injection models have a 304-hp 3.6-liter V6. Both engines team with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Available features include steering-linked headlamps and keyless entry and ignition. A navigation system is optional.

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2008-12-02T04:21:00.000-08:00

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Chevrolet Volt 2011

2008-11-24T21:37:00.000-08:00

2011 Chevrolet Volt

At a recent General Motors media event, GM "product czar" Bob Lutz wanted to be sure there wasn't any confusion. According to Lutz, the 2011 Chevy Volt is not a plug-in hybrid, but rather it is an extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV).

General Motors is determined to sell a E-REV before anyone else. That’s why it’s working flat-out to meet a self-imposed November 2010 deadline with the 2011 Chevrolet Volt. Among the most radical of GM’s near-term “green car” promises, the Volt is not just a symbolic “moon shot” for this beleaguered American company. It’s a grudge-match challenge to Toyota, which is poised to end GM’s 75-year reign as the world’s largest automaker, an achievement fueled in part by the Japanese brand’s big lead in hybrid technology and sales. As Larry Burns, GM vice president for research and development, told Car and Driver magazine, “Toyota creamed us on the Prius. It won’t happen again.” Yes, folks, this is personal.

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt will differ markedly from the Prius and other gasoline/electric hybrids. It will also differ in many ways from the racy-looking Volt concept unveiled at the January 2007 Detroit Auto Show. Since that big-buzz reveal, GM has gone out of its way to keep the media fully briefed on the production car’s progress. As a result, we now have a good many specifics about the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, though important questions remain.

For starters, the 2011 Chevrolet Volt will be a compact five-door sedan with front-wheel drive, four-passenger seating, and an external footprint like that of Chevrolet’s conventional Cobalt compact car. It will use GM’s new “Delta 2” global small-car platform, but will have unique styling and GM’s much-touted “E-Flex” powertrain architecture. E-Flex differs from existing hybrid systems that use a battery-powered electric motor as an adjunct to an internal combustion engine. Instead, the gas-fueled engine serves as a electricity generator and battery charger and is not connected to the drive wheels. Technically speaking, the Volt is thus an electric vehicle (EV) as well as a “serial hybrid.” The Toyota Prius and similar vehicles are termed “parallel hybrids.”

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt will be one of the first retail-market vehicles to use state-of-the-art lithium-ion (LI) batteries instead of the older and more common nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) type. LI batteries store more energy in less space, which is why they’re used in cell phones, laptop computers, and other small devices that need ample juice. They’re also faster to recharge. These advantages are naturally attractive for an electric car, but LI batteries have never been used on this scale, and devising suitable cells has been the major challenge in bringing the Volt to market.

GM is currently evaluating batteries from two joint ventures, A123 Systems/Continental AG and Compact Power/LG Chem. Chemistry is the main difference: so-called nanophosphate for the former, magnesium for the latter. Accelerated lab tests are now underway to determine which type better satisfies eight GM criteria, including energy density, extreme-temperature performance, materials, and cost. The choice should be announced by mid to late 2009.

Incidentally, these competing chemistries differ completely from that of the Sony LI batteries that made scare headlines by causing some laptop computers to overheat and even catch fire. The batteries in the 2011 Chevrolet Volt are thus expected to be quite safe, though they, too, must be kept within a specific temperature range. The Volt has a separate liquid-cooling system for that purpose.

The battery pack itself, rated at 16 kilowatts/hour, comprises more than 220 separate cells wired in series. That means the failure of any one cell disables the entire array, though some existing hybrid vehicles also have this flaw. The Volt pack is about six feet long and weighs a hefty 375 pounds. As in GM’s early-1990s EV1 pure-electric vehicle, it mounts in T-formation with the “leg” running beneath the center tunnel and the top situated crosswise under the rear seats. The latter precludes a middle back-seat position, but does allow spreading the outboard seats further apart than usual. For convenience, the 2011 Chevrolet Volt will include an “intelligent” control module that allows plugging in to either 120- or 240-volt household circuits. GM estimates the Volt's battery can be charged in less than three hours via a 240-volt outlet, or in about eight hours with a 120-volt outlet.

As for the battery-charger engine, it’s said to be an existing four-cylinder GM unit of 1.4 liters displacement. Two versions may appear: one running on gasoline and tuned to PZEV (partial-zero emissions vehicle) standards, the other capable of using E85 ethanol and tuned to looser ULEV (ul tra-low-emissions vehicle) levels. A small diesel engine could also be used, and was in the recent Opel Flextreme concept, but GM says it has no immediate plans to offer this.

Various reports indicate that electronic controls in the 2011 Chevrolet Volt will fire up the gas engine once the battery pack runs down to 30-percent power, then keep cycling the engine to maintain power within a specified band. GM estimates the Volt’s total driving range at 640 miles, which is about double that of most conventional hybrids.

GM also claims the 2011 Chevrolet Volt can run solely on electric power for 40 miles with a full battery charge. That’s in line with studies showing that most Americans drive only about 40 miles a day, so in theory at least, a Volt could go for weeks without using a drop of gas or spewing any CO2. But some analysts think the real-world electric range will be closer to 30 miles and probably less, depending on vehicle speed, ambient temperature (which affects battery performance), and whether trips include steep grades. Like conventional hybrids, however, the Volt incorporates a regenerative-braking feature that helps recharge the batteries when coasting or decelerating.

Powertrain aside, the 2011 Chevrolet Volt is fairly ordinary. Indeed, GM is reportedly trying to use as many off-the-shelf components as possible to offset the costly batteries and related systems in an effort to keep delivered price reasonable. That’s why the Volt shares a platform with conventional GM compacts and will likely be built alongside some of them in the company’s Detroit-Hamtramck plant. Cost concerns also explain an orthodox coil-spring suspension with front struts and a simple twist-beam rear axle located by trailing arms. Appropriate for a “volts-wagon,” the steering is electrically operated, albeit designed for minimal power consumption. The brakes are electro-hydraulic, with “by-wire” activation and a normal fluid reservoir for antilock control and antiskid/traction control.

GM unveiled the production Volt during the company's 100th Anniversary celebration in September 2008. Against the low-slung 2007 concept, which insiders nicknamed the “Electric Camaro,” the production model has a longer, smoother nose and greater windshield slant, but is otherwise similar, especially in back. Some observers feel the Volt bears a family resemblance to the midsize 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and it does have a similar “twin-cowl” dashboard. GM says many of the exterior changes were made to reduce air drag and thus maximize driving range. The concept Volt was apparently drawn without much regard to aerodynamics, and proved very disappointing when tested in the GM wind tunnel. Company design chief Ed Wellburn claims the final design reduces the concept’s drag coefficient by 30 percent, and a statement by Bob Lutz implies a value of around 0.25, impressively low for a four-seat sedan.

It’s clear that GM views the 2011 Chevrolet Volt as a potential game-changer for the entire auto industry. After all, the E-Flex architecture is designed so that the gas engine can be replaced by a hydrogen fuel cell, once those are ready. But it’s equally clear that GM is throwing all the money and resources it can at the Volt program just so it can one-up Toyota with an extended-range electric car. Yet the Volt is unlikely to make money right away, and GM could even be forced to subsidize the price to pump-prime the market. Later on, of course, the Volt could pay off big in both prestige and profits, much as the Prius has for Toyota.

In any case, GM knows it will eat a lot of crow if it misses its deadline, which could happen if there’s an unexpected delay with the batteries. But all involved express confidence that the Volt will be on time, if not on budget. As Bob Lutz recently told Wired magazine: “November 2010 is our internal target. We are holding the team’s feet to the fire...[T]here is no doubt you’d like to be able to leapfrog Toyota and come out with a car they aren’t ready to do. There’s nothing magic about the technology. Two or three years after the Volt is introduced, everybody will have something like it. We’d just like to be first for once... If we pull it off successfully, it can really put us back at the top of the heap of automotive technology instead of being called laggards that are being left behind by the Germans and the Japanese... If it doesn’t work, it’s not fatal. But if it does work, it will be sensational...”

Maybe so, Bob. We shall see.

2011 Chevrolet Volt
Against the low-slung 2007 concept, the production model has a longer, smoother nose and greater windshield slant, but is otherwise similar, especially in back.

A Notable Feature of the 2011 Chevrolet Volt

The Volt may have a very different powertrain, but GM wanted to make it drive like any other Chevrolet. For example, although there’s no transmission per se, the Volt will have an ordinary mechanical shift lever on the center console, which GM says was chosen to help conserve power versus an electrically operated selector, as on the Prius. For the same reason, windshield wipers, air conditioning, stereo, and other accessories have been redesigned so they will also drain less juice than those in conventional cars. Though such “redundant systems” add to development costs and thus sticker price, they reflect GM’s desire that consumers see the Volt as no less practical than any other car.

Buying Advice for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt

Despite its alleged game-changing technology, the Volt will face a growing number of “clean-tech” vehicles selling for the same or less money, including not just hybrids but also diesel-engine models. In particular, it will compete with a redesigned version of the Toyota Prius that’s expected in January 2009 as an early 2010 entry. Sources say the third-generation Prius will be somewhat larger yet lighter than today’s version, will offer better performance with higher fuel economy, and will boast a longer electric-only driving range despite retaining NiMH batteries and Toyota’s basic Hybrid Synergy Drive system. Moreover, word is the Prius will switch to LI batteries around 2010, then add plug-in capability as early as 2011. With all this, buyers will want to weigh all the “green car” options with regard to initial cost versus “time to payback” and perhaps net environmental impact. On those counts, one analyst has concluded the Volt would fare much worse than conventional hybrids even in best-case driving scenarios, taking decades instead of several years to recoup its purchase price in fuel costs and reduced emissions. It’s something to think about.

2011 Chevrolet Volt Release Date: As noted, GM insists the Volt will be ready by November 2010, but it’s unclear whether sales will begin then or later. According to two websites (TheGMSource.com and chevyvoltforum.com), the Detroit-Hamtramck plant will close in May 2009 to retool for Volt production, reopening in late September or early October. Those sources also say that first-year assemblies will be capped at around 10,000 units, a fairly slow pace presumably chosen to allow for any needed debugging of the car and/or its production processes. That means only select Chevy dealers will have Volts to sell in the 2011 model year, likely larger stores in major metro markets. After that, however, production reportedly ramps up to around 100,000 a year--or whatever the market will bear.

2011 Chevrolet Volt First Test Drive: GM has treated the media to several Volt technical briefings since the early-2007 concept reveal, and more are likely before announcement day. Assuming no surprise program delays, the first “ride-and-drive” events could be held in summer or early fall of 2010.

2011 Chevrolet Volt Prices: GM first projected the Volt’s base price at around $30,000, but has since upped the estimate to $35,000. And some sources believe the final tab will be more like $40,000, rather steep for a compact Chevrolet. Why so much? Apparently because GM underestimated the cost of the high-tech batteries and other Volt-specific components. The wild card is whether the company might be willing to take a loss by subsidizing the price down to the original $30K target--and if so, for how long.

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2008-11-24T13:59:00.000-08:00

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Chevrolet Cruze 2011

2008-11-17T21:33:00.000-08:00

2011 Chevrolet Cruze

It's no secret that the U.S. vehicle market is undergoing a swift, seismic shift. With gas possibly heading toward $5 a gallon and gloomy economic conditions that seem set to last a while, consumers are rapidly deserting big pickups and SUVs for thrifty cars and more-economical crossover SUVs, a change in buying patterns that some analysts think will be permanent. It's the biggest market upheaval since the Great Depression.

Automakers everywhere are scrambling to keep up, none more than General Motors. With GM suffering steep sales and revenue declines, the planned replacement for Chevrolet's Cobalt compact car could prove critical to the company's bottom line, and even its overall health. Cruze is set to debut this fall at the Paris Motor Show in early October, and should go on sale in Europe by March 2009, likely as a 2010 model.

General Motors has announced that North American production of the Chevy Cruze will begin by April of 2010 at GM's plant in Lordstown, Ohio. This time line means Cruze will debut in the U.S. as a 2011 model. The company says Cobalts will continue to be built at Lordstown for a short time after Cruze production starts, and at least one media report suggests Cobalt production could then shift to Mexico. GM says Cruze will also be built at plants in the Asia-Pacific region and Europe.

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze employs GM's new front-wheel-drive Global Compact Vehicle Architecture, also known as "Delta 2." That makes it a platform-mate of the next-generation Saturn Astra, expected as an early-2010 model, and the Chevrolet Volt that is expected at the end of 2010. Cobalt and the current Astra use the older "Delta 1" architecture. The next-gen Astra for American consumption may be sourced from GM's Lordstown, Ohio, plant as well. At this point, the Astra's production location and the fate of the Cobalt-based Pontiac G5 are unknown.

Sources expect the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze to maintain the Cobalt's general size, but possibly with an inch or two added to wheelbase and maybe overall width. Engineering should be more weight-conscious in light of tough new U.S. fuel-economy mandates and pending new clean-air regulations in California and elsewhere. Look for greater use of lighter materials despite their higher cost, as weight is the enemy of fuel economy and a car's carbon footprint, not to mention performance. Despite the pound-paring, structural rigidity is likely to improve, which should benefit durability, quietness, and perhaps ride and handling, too.

So far, GM has only confirmed a Cruze sedan, but local media reports covering the Cruze press conference at the Lordstown plant say Ed Peper, GM North America vice president of Chevrolet, described the Cruze sedan as the first of a new family of compact, fuel-efficient Chevrolets. What this means is unknown, but it could point to other vehicles wearing the Cruze badge. Recently the company announced a Chevrolet Orlando concept that is a version of Opel's Zafira. Code named "MPV-7," the small people mover, like the Cruze sedan, is based on the company's "Delta 2" platform and debuts at the Paris show in October 2008. The Cobalt's coupe body style could also be reprised, but with a somewhat edgier, wedgier look than Cobalt.

The one confirmed engine for the American version of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is a new 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. The company predicts 140 horsepower and fuel economy as high as 45 mpg, presumably on the highway. By contrast, the 2009 Cobalt's base 2.2-liter non-turbo four produces 155 horses and is EPA-rated at 25/37 mpg city/highway in new gas-miser XFE trim. In Europe at least, transmissions will comprise a 5-speed manual and an optional 6-speed automatic versus Cobalt's 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic. Gearing will be chosen with an eye to maximizing fuel economy without compromising low-rpm performance. At some point, Chevrolet might add a sporty Cruze akin to the current Cobalt SS, perhaps with the same 260-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. The decision will hinge on buyer sentiment and how much higher gas prices go in the next couple of years.

Because it will sell for a short time alongside Cobalt, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is likely to be positioned as a more-upscale small Chevy with nicer appointments, more features, and higher prices. The alternative would be to slide Cobalt down-market by eliminating some now-standard equipment. Either way, the new Cruze will likely mimic Cobalt by including standard features like ABS, antiskid system, traction control, curtain side airbags, and GM OnStar assistance, plus 16-inch tires instead of 15s. Options should also broadly duplicate Cobalt offerings, with 17- and maybe 18-inch tires, various cosmetic add-ons, upgraded audio, power sunroof, and leather upholstery. A navigation system could well join the list.

In all, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze stands to be better than today's Cobalt in many ways. It should thus be a more appealing bow-tie alternative to hot-selling, import-brand compacts like the Honda Civic--and now even the elderly Ford Focus. That and the early arrival time show just how serious GM has become about the small-car market. Considering the company's worsening financial condition with the steep drop in big-truck sales, the Chevy Cruze won't get here a moment too soon.

A Notable Feature of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

Though the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should be a mostly conventional front-drive small car, we think it may have one or more features designed to maximize mpg. Aside from its smaller new engine and other weight-reducing measures versus Cobalt, the Cruze could conceivably adopt the new low-power lighting, wipers, and audio system being devised for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid compact sedan. This would help GM defray development costs that much sooner, and would also be in line with the Cruze's likely upscale market positioning versus Cobalt. Understand that we can't guarantee any of this right now--but hey, it could happen.

Buying Advice for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze enters an already crowded field that's bound to become even more competitive. A fast-growing crop of attractive choices is certainly good news for consumers. The bad news is that certain compacts--the Honda Civic for one--are now in such demand that retailers are again padding prices and forgetting discounts. So, as always, it will pay for you to shop the dealer and the deal, not just the vehicle. But all else being equal, you probably won't go wrong with the Civic. It is, after all, a Consumer Guide Best Buy among compact cars. Then again, so is the Nissan Versa. If neither of those strikes your fancy, consider CG's Recommended compacts, the Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 3, and the winsome but relatively pricey Mini Cooper. The newly redesigned Toyota Corolla is unrated but deserves a look because of who makes it. And don't forget that a redesigned Ford Focus is set to debut in early 2010, though we hear it, too, may be introduced ahead of time. As for the Chevrolet Cruze (and sister Saturn Astra), it could well emerge as a new class star. We'll get back to you on that once we see it a few months from now.

Chevrolet Cruze
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will get a new 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Release Date: Cruze hits the European market in March 2009, and should be on sale in the United States during the summer of 2010.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze First Test Drive: Media drives could take place in Europe soon after the Paris debut, but formal introduction to American reporters will likely happen just before the car goes on sale here.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Prices: As noted, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is likely to be priced and equipped above comparable Cobalt models, but it's unclear what the differences will be, given today's fast-changing sales picture and the equally swift rise in steel prices and other commodity costs. Our educated guess is that the Cruze will start near $15,500, perhaps a little less, and top out at around $21,000. As usual with new-model intros, Chevrolet probably won't announce final pricing until just before sales begin.

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2008-11-05T17:26:00.000-08:00

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2008-11-05T17:19:00.000-08:00

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2008-11-05T17:16:00.000-08:00

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2008-10-31T16:29:00.000-07:00

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2008-10-24T09:57:00.002-07:00

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2008-10-24T09:57:00.001-07:00

You've seen lingerie models on the cover of popular publications like the Victoria's Secret catalog. Fans nationwide wait all year to tune into the annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, where sexy pseudo-perfect glamazons strut their way down the catwalk wearing designer seasonal skimpies. But what does it take to become one of these famous faces?

The Lifestyle of Lingerie Models

Lingerie models are not runway models. Runway models place a large amount of emphasis on slender, sometimes sickly figures, and outstanding height. Traditionally, runway models average a height of five-foot-ten (the minimum height requirement is five-foot-nine). Because designers create their runway fashions in sample sizes of zero, twos, and fours, these models must maintain extraordinarily lean bodies in order to appropriately fit the couture.

But the lingerie industry is not accentuated by sleek and shapeless figures. Instead, seductive curves and feminine appeal are necessary to flaunt lingerie fashions. Many lingerie models barely clear a height of five-foot-six, making this field of modeling more accessible for aspiring women.

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Victoria's Secret Models

Perhaps the most popular lingerie models are those featured in the Victoria's Secret catalog. But be forewarned, these girls operate within a fiercer, more competitive modeling criteria than smaller lingerie companies. The Victoria's Secret models hold fast to the requirements of many editorial and runway models, making them eligible for both the catwalk and the catalogs.

Victoria's Secret models have heights that range from five-foot-nine to five-foot-eleven. Their measurements typically feature a 34-36 bust, a 23-25 inch waist, and 34-35.5 inch hips. These statistics are often the result of impossibly auspicious genetics and should not be attempted by crash dieting and excessive exercise.

Some of the most famous faces in modeling have appeared in the Victoria's Secret catalogs. The careers of many lingerie models have been forged through Victoria's Secret and these names include:

Heidi Klum
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Many teenage girls wake up with the notion that they will become a top lingerie model. But how did so many of these big names come to be?

Latetia Casta was spotted by a photographer while sunning herself on the beach. She was fifteen years old. Molly Sims, a renowned supermodel, started out her career running Old Navy clothing television advertisements before she ended up on the covers of Vogue and the French Cosmopolitan. Karolina Kurkova skyrocketed to fame by appearing on the February 2001 cover of Vogue, while Heidi Klum was discovered in 1992 after winning the title of "Model '92'" in Munich.

However, even Tyra Banks' success involved a struggle. She was reportedly turned down by four modeling agencies before she was signed by the fifth.

Gisele Bündchen's story is hard to come by. This lanky model was discovered while eating at MacDonald's.

The Angels

Some of the aforementioned models currently comprise the Victoria's Secret Angels, a group of gorgeous glamorous women who model the latest VS fashions and are featured in the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show. Additionally, these girls tour the United States, for the "Angels Across America" tour, prior to their participation in the show. Tyra Banks, Gisele Bündchen, Adriana Lima, and Alessandra Ambrosio are presently heading up the team.

Reality of Lingerie Modeling

Not all lingerie models share the same fame and prestige as the Victoria's Secret Angels. In fact, the majority of models employed in this area of fashion endure experiences of far less glamour.

The majority of models find their days limited to mundane catalogs that offer them limited public exposure. Girls interested in this field of modeling can occasionally end up in compromising circumstances.

In order to sustain their shapely figures, most models maintain demanding fitness routines and calorie-restricted diets to eliminate the appearance of cellulite. Some resort to breast enhancement surgeries as well as other cosmetic procedures, proving that being beautiful can require a lot of work and time.

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2008-10-24T09:56:00.000-07:00

Exotic lingerie models are sexy and seductive. They model lingerie that leaves a lot to the imagination and project an image of fantasy and allure.

About Exotic Lingerie

Exotic lingerie leaves a lot up to the imagination. It covers your body enough to add excitement and reveals only what you want it to reveal. It can set the mood for a night of romance and make you feel self-confident and sexy. This racy lingerie is not only reserved for the bedroom anymore. Though it was once thought that exotic lingerie was meant to be hidden and ashamed of, woman today embrace exotic lingerie. Some even wear it as part of their mainstream wardrobe.

Exotic lingerie is made from sensual, luxurious fabrics ranging from silk, satin, nylon and spandex. Any material that is slinky and smooth and feels good against the skin can be used. Animal prints are popular for exotic lingerie as is anything black or red. Exotic lingerie pieces include:

Bustiers
Corsets
Camisoles
Body stockings
Fishnet stockings

Who Are Exotic Lingerie Models?

No longer are exotic lingerie models thought of as trashy. When thinking of exotic lingerie, many will associate exotic dancers with exotic models. That is not the case. Some of the runways in Milan and New York are showcasing pieces of exotic lingerie. Famous supermodels are now modeling lingerie pieces that many would call exotic. Don't be surprised to see the following models wearing exotic pieces from today's top designers:

Adriana Lima
Alessandra Ambrosio
Gisele Bündchen

It isn't unusual to see musicians wearing exotic lingerie, either. Who could forget some of the outfits that Madonna has worn that included exotic tops and corsets? There are many unknown models used for exotic lingerie. Depending on the designer and what the model is needed for, many use new faces to show off their styles. Many designers will use fresh faces from a modeling agency for their fashions. It isn't uncommon for them not to want to use a famous face since they want to show off their lingerie and not the model.

Larger lingerie designers such as Frederick's of Hollywood have used famous faces such as Cindy Margolis, Nikki Hilton and Carol Vitale. Carol Vitale now designs a line made especially for Frederick's.

Modeling lingerie is not always glamorous. It can be a difficult career to begin with. Many girls have to meet high demands and take jobs that they may not want to take. Many model only in catalogs and websites. It is hard to get exposure when modeling for lingerie unless you land a big designer account. A plus, though, is that unlike runway models, lingerie models are curvier and shapely. The lingerie industry wants models with a feminine appeal.

Recent Trends

No longer meant to be hidden, exotic lingerie can be seen as an undergarment or even as outerwear. Woman may choose a single piece to add spark to their outfit. Many fashion designers incorporate some exotic pieces into their fashion lines. An exotic silky camisole can be worn under a jacket with a pair of jeans for a night out on the town. Why not wear a pair of fishnets with your skirt or try a leather bustier to add some spice? Whatever you decide, don't be afraid to get creative. Wear what makes you feel sexy and confident.

Where to Buy Exotic Lingerie

Do the exotic models entice you to try out an exotic piece of lingerie either for yourself or someone special? If so, many websites offer sexy, exotic lingerie. Try Spicy Lingerie, and Flirty Lingerie or Flirty Dreams for some sexy, revealing pieces. Don't be surprised to see some exotic bras or panties at the lingerie department of your favorite store.

Pin up Girls

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It's no secret that men like to look at beautiful women. From ancient to classical art the female form has been recreated and idolized. Pin-up girls are the 20th century's pop culture version of this. Pin-up refers to sexy pictures of models that were printed on a massive scale. Traditionally these images were photographs but the phrase later includes artwork as well. The term "pin-up" can be traced back to the early 1940s where images in magazines were so enticing people were compelled to pull them out and pin them on the wall. And although the pin-up girl style is distinct, modern pin-up models and artwork have evolved into a larger scheme.

What is a pin-up?

Pin-up photographs are artfully erotic images of famous women, particularly from the early 1900s, posing in sexy or alluring manner. A certain style can be attributed to the pin-up girl, usually featuring a soft or sensual look on her face and showing a little more skin than usual. Lingerie also became a common sight in pin-ups, especially garter belts, stockings and corsets.

History of Pin-ups

Depicting erotic scenes or images in art is nothing new to artists. Any visit to a museum will prove that. Although early inspirations for pin-up girls could be cited, the true history begins with the popularization of printed materials, namely magazines and newspapers. Editors would include sexy photographs in their publication to increase sales. As the practice became more common, more publishers picked up the habit and turned the pin-up girl into a household phrase. Soon these images were found on bedroom walls and on the inside of lockers everywhere.

Famous Pin-up Girls

A pin-up girls' images are often more famous than her name, though this isn't always the case. One of the best-known early pin-up girls is undoubtedly Betty Grable. Her famous photograph

depicted her in a bathing suit with an innocent grin directed at the camera. The image was taken in the 1940s and became one of the most popular pin-ups of its time.

Another famous pin-up girl was Ms. Norma Jeane Mortenson, better known as Marilyn Monroe. The talented actress, singer and model appeared in a number of films during her time and became the epitome of the female form with her soft curves and pleasing smile. And who could possibly forget her famous photograph from Seven Year Itch where her dress is blown upward by the air vent.

One of the later pin-up girls to gain fame from an image, Catherine Bach portrayed the Daisy Duke character in the Dukes of Hazzard television show. Unhappy with her wardrobe, Ms. Bach took a pair of jeans and cut most of the legs away, creating the now-famous Daisy Duke-style shorts. The image was emblazoned on a color poster and has sold over 5 million copies since.

Pin-up Girl Galleries

They're beautiful, they're alluring, they're talented. Pin-up girls embody perfection and are meant to be looked at. The following links lead to off-site resources for pin-up girl galleries. Classic pin-up styles usually do not feature nudity, but some pages on the sites below may contain nudity.

AtomicPinup - Features absolutely gorgeous classic and modern pin-up photography from Lee Martin.
Pin-up Girls - A good collection of vintage pin-up artwork and photographs.
Pin-up Girls of America - Magazine covers featuring sexy pin-up girls in skirts and stockings.
The Painted Anvil - Classic and modern pin-up and "girly" artwork.
ScanDolls - Pin-up work from famous artists.

Women Panty Models Galleries

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Panty Styles

Women's panties come in all shapes, styles and sizes. There is definitely something for everyone when it comes to underwear. Depending on your specific body type and what you feel is comfortable, there are several options to choose from. Some popular panty styles are:

Briefs rise to the waist or right below the belly button. They have full rear coverage and support. A variation to the brief is the boy short. They are styled like a men's brief and have fitted legs. Due to their comfort and coverage, they have recently gained in popularity.
Hip-huggers or hipsters have a lower waistband around the hips. They provide full coverage.
Bikinis are worn at the hips. The material at the sides is narrower and smaller. There is also less coverage in the rear.
Thongs offer little coverage or support. Their crotch expands to the back with a skinny strip of fabric that is slightly wider at the top.
G-strings are similar to a thong except the strip in back extends the entire way to the waist band. There is little coverage in the front or back.

Panties also come in a wide variety of materials. Satin, silk, cotton, microfiber, nylon, Lycra and lace remain the most popular. There are even panties made from leather or PVC.

Find Panty Galleries

Now that you have an idea about what style of panty you are interested in, your next step is looking at the various panty galleries for more specific designs and brands.

Tanga features fine European lingerie from exclusive designers from all around the world. You can search their panty galleries of Italian and French designer lines. Tanga features fine lingerie collections from Andres Sarda of Barcelona, Argentovivo of Italy, Lise Charmel of France, Aubade of Paris, Nina Ricci, Chantelle and many more. There is a wide range of panties that are made from rich fabrics, and many have detailed accents. Browse through styles from classic to contemporary.

La Perla is an online lingerie boutique offering high quality items. At their site you can check out their panty galleries. Whether you're looking for a brief, g-string, thong or bikini, La Perla has a wide range of beautiful panties for you. Their various brands include La Perla, Black Label, Studio, Glamour, Pret a Porter, Malizia and Joelle, all specifically made and designed for La Perla. Take a look at their sexy, basic chic, multicolor or romantic galleries for a panty to add to your lingerie collection.

One of the most well-known lingerie stores is Victoria's Secret. With both retail and online locations, they are widely accessible by women everywhere. They have beautiful catalogs to look at both in print and online. They offer panties in a wide range of styles and prices. Check out their extensive panty gallery categorized by specific panty style:

Briefs
Hip Huggers
Boy Shorts
High Waist

Within each gallery are the various collections by Victoria's Secret such as Very Sexy, VS Cotton, Angels, Body by Victoria and the Bridal Collection. You are sure to find something perfect for your own personal lingerie collection here.

Another popular lingerie retailer is Frederick's of Hollywood. They have a collection of panties sorted by style, size and specific category. They have panties that range from classic to racy. There is something for every taste and personality at Frederick's of Hollywood. Look through the following Frederick's panty galleries for your next panty purchase:

Boy Shorts
Thongs and G-Strings
Cottons

Finally, don't forget to check out Love to Know's Panty Gallery. The gallery is filled with different styles of panties perfect for any body shape and size.

Designer Women Lingerie Models

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Designer lingerie offers consumers the latest in seasonal trends and the reputation of quality that is unique to each designer. More importantly, when you buy designer you are not only purchasing a product, but also the image that surrounds that product. Where lingerie is concerned, a sexier brand makes for a sexier you. Imagine the look on your lover’s face when he fingers the clasp of your 200 dollar Allure demi bra and sees a label that humbly reads, “La Perla”.

“By George!” he’ll whisper to himself. “This dame is classy.” Immediately the man will rethink his plans for your one-month anniversary. The memories of you spending fitful poker-nights in his smoky best friend’s apartment will vanish in favor of high-dining at Spago and evenings spent in symphony box seats.

And this is just a taste of what designer lingerie can do for you…

What’s In a Name?

So when it comes to apparel, what’s in a name? The answer is everything. That’s right, where designer labels are concerned, the name you place on your body serves as a testament of your status to the outside world. Therefore, if you are a status conscious individual it would make sense for you to purchase and flaunt the product of high-level designers. The idea is to convince passersby that you are not the daughter of a mere library clerk, but indeed the offspring of a legendary merchant family.

Sporting labels like “La Perla” and “Chantelle” sends messages to those who have the privilege of viewing your undergarments. Next time you’re frequenting singles’ night at the local bar, strap on some elitist lingerie and introduce yourself to a winking stranger by saying, “I’m Julie Smith, of the Milan Smiths. We’re in textiles.” Never mind the fact that you picked up that demi-cup number at a steep discount on Bluefly. Because you’re wearing La Perla now, and that makes you a winner.

Important Considerations

Once again, when you’re cavorting around in designer lingerie, you are adopting the image of that designer. So it’s important to note that individual designers possess differing reputations. Wearing a corset from Fredericks of Hollywood presents an altogether contrary image to one evoked by wearing the sleek styles of Vera Wang.

There is a broad difference between lingerie that tells your boyfriend, “take me home to meet your mother” and the sort of undergarments that say, “just take me home”. Thankfully, the images supported by each brand name designer make these distinctions simple for the common consumer.

Meet the Mom Lingerie

There are many designers that provide wearers with an upscale aura. To provide an “I’m not just a one night stand” image, try:

La Perla
Chatelle
Donna Karen Intimates
Cosabella

I’m Reliable and Replaceable

For the dispensable look of the girl-next-door, try designers such as:

Victoria’s Secret
Hanky Panky
Charlotte Ronson

I’m Easier Than Third-Grade Arithmetic

Get in touch with your inner vixen. If you want lingerie that makes you feel faster than a red corvette, the following designers have been approved for all racy-related activities:

Agent Provocateur
SPANK
Frederick’s of Hollywood

The Twist to Victoria’s Secret

It is no doubt that Victoria’s Secret remains a front-runner in the world of designer lingerie. However, over the years, the company has grown in its public accessibility. In fact, nearly everyone shops at Victoria’s Secret, making this once mysteriously spicy lingerie entity a common household name.

Name-conscious consumers are now seeking out smaller upscale entities like the flirty Italian designs of Cosabella. Britney Spears is rumored to be a fan of the colorful mesh-inspired styles that can be purchased at both Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus stores. The Soire collection thongs are often hailed as a wardrobe necessity for several celebrities. More importantly, the color selection is almost intimidating in its breath.

If sexy and tantalizing are words to describe your lingerie needs, then SPANK (which stands for Sexy Panties and Naughty Knickers) should be a name in your closet. SPANK’s kittenishly saucy styles feature everything from frills and lace to girlish ruffles set upon pink mesh material. And each of these crafty designs is topped off by the sparkly SPANK logo.

Lace Panties Models

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Lace panties are undeniably feminine and sexy, from full lace styles to lace trim that provides a touch of romance.

History of Lace

Lace was first made in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, although the process is really an ancient craft. Lace was originally made by hand by looping, braiding or twisting threads to create an open-holed fabric. Silk and linen threads were originally used, as well as gold and silver threads. Over time, the process moved to machinery and the threads were made of cotton. Today, many lace panties are made of nylon or polyester, but still maintain the beauty of traditional lace.

Types of Lace Panties

Lace panties come in a variety of styles, from bikinis to thongs. Since lace is somewhat see-through, women desiring a return to femininity will find that lace provides an exquisite look and feel. Lace conveys a delicate beauty, and many women prefer lace panties over silk or satin.

Shopping for Panties

Purchasing lace panties is really no different than shopping for other undergarments. If you shop in a retail lingerie store, inspect the lace carefully to ensure that it is durable. Many cheaper products do not wash or wear well, and over time the lace may rip. Be sure to check the washing instructions since most lace lingerie requires washing by hand.

If you decide to purchase lace panties online, there are a number of sites that carry them, in a variety of styles, and at different price points. Read descriptions carefully to see what the material is and again, review the care instructions. The following is just a sampling of lace panties you can purchase online:

Victoria’s Secret invisible lace hiphugger, $14.
Victoria’s Secret stretch lace thong, $14.
Victoria’s Secret stretch lace boyshort, $14.
Victoria’s Secret lace and satin hiphugger, $16.
Victoria’s Secret stretch lace thong, $14-$16.
Victoria’s Secret lace cheeky panty, $14.
Pierre Silber stretch lace tanga panty, $10.
Pierre Silber lace boyshorts, $7.
Pierre Silber lace bikini panty, $10.
Frederick’s of Hollywood lace panty, $13-$20.
Frederick’s of Hollywood lace thong, $8.
Ultimo hi-leg lace brief, $18.
La Mystere Lara low rider thong, $28.
Fantasie of England serenity thong, $23.
Fantasie of England lace brief, $38.

Caring for Lace Lingerie

Lace requires gentle care.

Lace is a delicate fabric, but with gentle care, you can really prolong the life of this beautiful fabric. Of course, lace undergarments cannot just be thrown in with the regular wash because the agitation can be very damaging. Lace lingerie typically requires more gentle treatment to keep them in good condition. The following are a few tips for caring for your lace lingerie:

Do not use harsh detergents since they can damage delicate lace.
Do not dry clean lace garments.
Do not use bleach.
Do not place lace garments in a dryer because the heat may damage the fabric.
Do not iron. The lace is too delicate for the heat of an iron.

To launder your lace panties:

Fill a sink with lukewarm water and add a small amount of gentle detergent.
Gently agitate the water and soak for several minutes.
Rinse the lace garment and squeeze the water out, being careful not to wring the garment. Pat the garment with a towel or roll it into a towel to absorb the water.
Lay flat or hang to dry.

Overall, use gentle care with this delicate fabric. Your lace garments will last longer and look nicer by just taking a little extra time when cleaning. If the washing instructions on your lace panties recommend a gentle cycle, you can certainly do that, but you may want to wash them by hand to extend the life of the garments.

Bikini Panties Models

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Bikini panties are likely the most popular choice in underwear for women all over the world. They offer comfort, style, optimum coverage, and a chance to flaunt your personal style. Whether you like plain, floral, bright colors or earth tones, you can pretty much get away with any print or style you choose with bikinis.

Black Bikini Panties

New Styles in Bikini Panties

Over the past several years many new styles have become a part of the bikini family. The most popular right now is the extreme low-rise bikini. This is likely due to the fact that extreme low-rise pants are all the rage for more than five years now. Many women who find it hard to wear these types of pants and jeans will often turn away from thongs or other types of panties. Especially, when they find that they can enjoy better comfort and can avoid being self-conscious with a proper fitting pair of bikinis.

Common Panty Problems

Many women turn to thongs or other cuts of panties because they find that bikini panties have a tendency to bunch up and cause discomfort. Many times, sexy bikinis present this kind of problem, when made of thinner, smoother fabrics. As such, they move around too easily against the skin. Satin panties and bikinis made of sateen, silk or rayon, cause bunching issues much more frequently than cotton or cotton-blends. Boy shorts are a great cut that minimize bunching and unsightly lines.

The Bikini for You

Bikinis panties that fit.

Different cuts of bikinis work better with different body styles. If you have a lean, thin frame, then a full bikini with a full waist will work best to keep you covered and comfortable. For a more voluptuous shape, a string bikini may work better for you to keep from having the visible panty line that could result in wearing a full bikini.

With any body type, remember that wearing a bikini that is too small will cause indentations in the skin, making pants, skirts and dresses fit awkwardly around the problem areas. Conversely, a bikini that is too large can potentially lump up wherever there is an overabundance of fabric. This will cause clothing over the panties to bulge and will also cause discomfort as well.

Choosing Bikini Panties

Try to choose bikinis that will be easy against your skin and that will work best for the type of clothing you wear most often. If you live in suits and other confining clothing, constrictive, tight or satin panties are probably not the best choice.

Try to mix it up with a variety of fabrics and blends as well as a few different styles that all accommodate the tight garments you wear. If you wear clothing that is typically looser, you have the option to make more liberal choices. In either situation, always be sure you choose materials that will not irritate your skin from rubbing against the fabrics of other clothing or pantyhose you are wearing over them.

The Best Brands

Nearly all lingerie designers provide bikini panties in a wide variety of materials and styles. Some of the most trusted brands are:

Hanes: Long-lasting and durable
Fruit of the Loom: Excellent cuts to choose from
Merona: Wide variety of prints and colors in ultra-soft combed cotton
Victoria’s Secret: Many sizes and styles in a wide array of fabrics
No Boundaries: Private label panties that are affordable, trendy and offer superior comfort

Sizing Your Bikini Panties

When choosing the correct size for you, avoid using another brand's size for selection, or the size you “always” buy. Most panty designers provide a sizing chart, particular to their product, on the back of the package or on the price tag. If there is no sizing chart, always check with a salesperson or simply find the company’s sizing chart on the Internet first, before purchasing.

Which Bikini Model is Right for You?

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Summer is a time for fun, sun and the pool or the beach. If you're in the market for a bikini, you may not realize how many different types are actually available to you! When buying a new summer suit, here is a run down of the most commonly available bikinis on the market, as well as tips for finding the best fit for your body type. Bikinis aren't just for supermodels, either, and if you're busty, no worries-you can still find bikinis that offer great support .

The string bikini is probably the smallest bikini available, and offers the least coverage. This type of bikini is very tiny, and should really only be worn by those who can pull it off. The bottom is basically a small triangle that covers the front area, and then a small string connects it to the back, hence why it's called a string bikini . String bikinis may even tie on the sides, or the string may be attached. This also applies to the top, where the piece is also tied together around the neck and back by strings. Often, the top features two simple triangles , one over each breast, joined by a drawstring under the bust that you can adjust as you like. This bikini is great for petite body types. If you've got rock-hard abs, zero body fat and confidence to boot, this is the option for you.

Not quite sure you've got what it takes for a string bikini? Consider a two-piece bikini with slightly more coverage or power mesh designed to hold in those problem spots. Some bikini options are simply two-piece suits that offer more coverage than string bikinis do.

Thong bikinis are like string bikinis, but without the rear coverage. Thong bikinis (also known as G-string bikinis ) work well for those who work out-if you can jump up to hit a volleyball without jiggling your behind, a thong bikini might work well for you. They're also great for sunbathing (don't forget your sunscreen, though!) Thong bikinis come in a variety of sexy styles, including string thong bikini styles. Going to Rio? Bring your Brazilian thong bikini. You can even get thongs in a one-piece style.

The tankini is a newer version of the bikini and makes a great alternative to women who may have a fuller bust. This type of bathing suit has a tank top like upper, but it is still made of bathing suit material. The bottom can be either a traditional bikini bottom or may look more like a pair of shorts. Essentially this is still a bikini, but it offers much more coverage of the bust and midriff. The best thing about a tankini is that the wearer can still mix and match pieces to give them more versatility with their swimwear. This particular type of bikini looks good on just about any body type.

The sports bikini is perfect for the gal who loves to play sports. Like a bra, it's especially designed to be extra supportive so you can move, jump, and run around in it without any problems. It's the swimwear of choice for most professional athletes like volleyball players and bikers who need to be able to air their skin out, while still covering up and looking professional.

While the term bikini is usually reserved for women, the men's bikini is becoming more and more popular as well. This swimsuit is much smaller than the traditional "swimming trunks" or the brief/boxer style of bottoms. The design of the men's bikini has taken off in Europe, and is becoming a more common choice among men in the United States and other countries. Swimmers prefer the aerodynamic nature of bikini styles, in contrast to shorts.

While you wouldn't wear them to the beach, bikini-like lingerie is a comfortable and sexy option for many women. You can even get rhinestone thong -style lingerie for a unique look. Bikini-style panties are available in cotton, mesh , and other comfortable fabrics. Mesh bikinis with charming patterns (like red hearts or polka dots ) are a fun option. Some attractive mesh bikini options include: On Gossamer's appealing mesh hip bikinis , Rufskin's sheer mesh bikinis , or fun mesh halter bikini styles.

These are just a few examples of the wide variety of styles that bikinis come in. You can choose colorful patterns, bold solid colors, or just sleek black. The possibilities are endless, since there are two pieces, you can often mix and match your swim suit to create your own custom look! All women should try a few different bikinis on for size to get an idea of what kind of coverage they will need when lounging on the beach, swimming in the pool, or playing beach volleyball. Your bathing suit should be a personal statement about your fashion, but it should also be comfortable and provide adequate coverage.

Bikinis have played an important role in the icons of movies, television and fashion. It's the perfect suit to wear on that Caribbean cruise, European vacation, trip to the beach, or a dip in the pool. Paired with a pair of chic sunglasses, it keeps you cool looking fashionable and gorgeous, while showing off your body at the same time. Not everyone can wear a bikini, and not everyone feels comfortable in them, but with new additions like the tankini, this cute swim suit style is now more accessible to anybody who wants to make a summertime statement.

Great benefits of Online Banking

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The benefits of online banking allow anyone to have access to their accounts on a daily basis with the ability to transfer money between accounts. Another great benefit is the ability to download your monthly statement right to your computer. The other great benefit of online banking is the option to pay bills. Whether you need the service for paying bills or downloading the monthly statement, online banking fit the needs of the customers. Rely on fast and friendly service providers to provide an excellent way to achieve banking needs in your busy life right from your computer. You receive 24-hour service with online banking, which is another benefit of online banking.

Fast and Immediate

The benefit of transferring money from one account to another account immediately provides one with the benefit of never having an overdraft or returned check. This is also a good way to save money in a savings account and earn a little interest until you need the money to pay something else. The service is fast and accurate because you have control over what you are doing and when. Many benefits of online banking save you money in the long run, your not paying for gas or transportation fees and it is all done under you watchful eye.

Beat that Bill

If you need to pay a bill, your bank may have a bill payment option or you may choose to use an online bill pay service. These services avoid late payments by sending the payment through the mail. If you are a little short on cash, you can wait until the last minute to pay the bill safely. Scheduling a bill payment is offered online and then the money is withdrawn from your checking. Many places have automated phone services to pay a bill, but these sometimes come with a small fee of some kind. Therefore, the benefit of online banking suits the customer better for bill paying.

How Online Banking Works?

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Find out how online banking works by looking around and reading article and informational articles about online banking. The bank supplies information brochures about the services and the convenience allowed to you, the customer with online banking. Choosing this type of banking has become a popular way for people to keep track of their finances instead of waiting until the end of the month and finding a surprise on the statement. Reconciling the bank records is easy with online banking. How online banking works for businesses is the same for personal users. You check your bank anytime of the day and see exactly what your available cash on hand is when planning a purchase.

Paying Bills

How online banking works with paying bills decides on the service you choose. Banks offer bill pay through the bank itself and there are online bill pay services available that have a reputable business as well. Pay bills online using your checking account, prevent late charges, and missed payments. This practical way of paying bills leaves more time for doing other things you may need to take care of instead of writing out so many checks.

Transferring Money

How online banking works for transferring money to one account to another is done by selecting the account and submitting the transaction for transfer. Another example would be if you have an account like Paypal you can transfer funds to your bank or request money from your bank. Paypal also allows you to send money to other people and pay bills as well. With all the options you have for transferring money, you will have plenty of time to plan other important things to do with the time.

Downloading Statements

How online banking works for downloading bank transactions is quite easy. This online aggregation process allows you to download to MS money or an online web based program. This allows you to have a copy of your bank statement right on your computer for tax time and allows you to select a category for every expense you acquire. How online banking works for this type of need is impressive to say the least.

HSBC Direct Online Savings Account

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HSBC is an online account serving the needs of customers with online only services. The accounts offers higher inter rates to the account holder due the lack of paperwork and no yearly fees, so they provide a higher interest rate than your personal savings account somewhere else. HSBC is an online bank that offers three ways to start an account, online, by mail or by making a deposit at a HSBC automated transaction machine or otherwise known as the ATM. You can open an account very easy with the online form and enter all pertinent information needed. Find out the facts of how easy it is to open an HSBC account.

Opening an Online Account with HSBC

Opening an account can be single or a joint account. You will need a social security number and a driver’s license number if you have one or they will require another form of identification. They also ask for other loan or mortgages you have. This may turn some people off to the HSBC online account right away. They explain this as a way to verify your identity. You supply your bank routing number and account number to receive instant account funding. Once you complete the following steps, they notify you when you have approval or denial.

What Does HSBC Offer and Expect

The bank tells true of being highly secure with all the newest technology offered to protect your personal information and secure your accounts online. When you choose a transfer from bank to another bank, they may require more security information to protect your account. To open an online account with HSBC you need to deposit a minimum of $1. Your maximum amount of savings allowed is $2 million. HSBC provides a security measure to protect accounts from fraud by depositing two small deposits in to your personal bank account that need to be verified in order to make sure you are the bank account holder. After you finish all the steps needed to continue with an account, online HSBC you are ready to view and work with your money online at HSBC.

Citibank

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Citibank offers many online services that provide fast and foremost safety. Bill payment services allow you to schedule payments and provides for permanent history of your accounts for future downloading to your personal computer. You can opt to receive email alerts and wireless alerts about your account. Choose to have a paperless bank statement since you can have and view it online. Savings accounts need no minimum balance depending on the type you choose. Citibank takes pride in their ability to provide safe and secure online banking for all of their customers.

Services Offers at Citibank Online

Checking accounts such as EZ checking offers no monthly fees with automated deposit or you pay two bills a month or average a balance of a certain amount. The basic checking account has a low fee and no balance requirements. There are four other checking services with different balance requirements. They offer e-savings and regular savings accounts, IRA and CD accounts and the best part is the overdraft protection. These services prove to benefit the customer and allow you many choices in the different types of accounts available with each service. The investment services allow you to plan your investments for short term or long term. The interest rates offered are comparable to other financial institutions.

Get the Application Process Done at Citibank Online

To apply for an online account with Citibank, you must be 18 years or older and a United States citizen or an alien resident. Have your social security number, driver’s license and an address. You will enter all your personal information required and then choose the type of accounts you desire. Read the term and conditions before sign any agreement, which is electronically accomplished. This is very important step when taking on an online account of any type. Make sure you sign up for the right checking or savings accounts with the right monthly balance requirement. Watch for the word combined balance and fine out exactly what this term means before selecting an account type. After the application process, you should receive confirmation of approvable or denial of your account setup.

Washington Mutual for Your Service Needs

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Washington Mutual offers free online banking with many; available services needed to fit with your financials without worry of theft or fraud. The web site declares their highest technology use to provide a safe and secure online banking experience. Online banking with Washington Mutual offers accounts details daily, transferring of funds accounts approved by the customer and the bank, downloading abilities to save your information on your computer or disk. Paying bills online and scheduling payments for future payments, they provide up to eighteen months of online payment history. Order checks, stop payments and change information on your accounts or if you need to talk to a representative, it is secure and safe. Sign up and see the account as soon as you receive approval from the automated response system.

Types of Account Offered

Apply for a loan or credit card from Washington Mutual, home loans and home equity loans available. Retirement, investment accounts, savings, and checking accounts along with Certificated of Deposit offered to the online customer. These types of accounts provide all your banking needs under one roof. Washington Mutual offers investment and Insurance services as well. Terms and disclosures discuss the specific terms for every type of account you may see a need for with Washington Mutual. If you have a need for other assistance, the customer service they offer is secure through email or on the phone. More reasons they profess the best choice for your banking needs.

Paying Bills Online

With an online checking and savings account with Washington Mutual, you pay bills anywhere and to anyone. You can schedule payments for a reoccurring payment plan, pay many bills at one time from one location and the service is free to any account holder. With the bill payment service, you need to schedule the bills for four days in advance of the due date, more if you wish. You have the ability to cancel scheduled bill payments before the deadline. This service provides you protection from overdrafts and banking relations. The options for bill payment and other services make Washington Mutual outstanding in the banking industry.

Everbank Forever Service

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Everbank offers online savings and checking accounts for the customer who wishes to have an online account. They offer many different services that provide you with one stop banking online. You have twenty-four hour access to your account from anywhere you may be at the time of viewing. The sign process is easy and fast with some initial investment and verification on your part. After determining the services that fit your needs and the available services you may be interested in, the application process is almost as easy. The process and the services add up to a great place to do online banking and savings account provide great interest rates, not offered at a local bank.

Services Offered at Everbank
Everbank offers checking online, check writing, which are free and bill payment on the web. Everbank offers you the service of viewing all your loans, credit cards, IRA’s and 401K plans, plus other investments online via their web site. This option allows you to view your finances and expenditures in one safe and secure place. With the state of art technology Everbank uses, your online experience protects against fraud and theft. Your personal information is always secure and only for your viewing. Interest compounded daily on your balance then added to your account once a month. Your money is insured and the safety offered from a secure web site finds peace of mind for the customer.

Outstanding Offers from Online Banking at Everbank
At this particular institution, you receive the convenience of viewing transactions by categories; sorted by income and expense. View your account payables, cash flow and a tax report. View a reconciliation report and use MS Money or Quicken to download all the information for future saving. The application process walks you through the sign up and helps you understand the terms and conditions. Once you make your initial deposit, you then receive confirmation that your account is established. Now the process allows you add other accounts to the screen in order to see all your accounts in one place. With the available debit card and checks, banking online has never been easier.

Mercedes C111 Classic Sports Car

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Mercedes C111 (1969) record breaker

The C111 was a rare example of Mercedes letting its hair down and testing out some wild ideas. The original 1969 model used a mid-mounted three rotor Wankel rotary engine in an incredibly streamlined fibreglass body that produced a drag co-efficient of just 0.191. Of course being a Mercedes it featured a leather trimmed, air-conditioned cabin and gullwing doors made a welcome return. The following year it reappeared with a four-rotor, 350bhp Wankel engine and was reportedly capable of 180mph. Mercedes decided against rotary technology and the third iteration of the C111 used a 230bhp straight-five turbodiesel. With it Mercedes beat numerous diesel records, achieving 200mph at the Nardo high-speed bowl in Italy in 1978. Mercedes revived the name in 1991 for a road going supercar, the C112 but after taking 700 orders decided to kill the project.

Mercedes 300SLR Classic Sports Car

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Mercedes 300SLR (1955)

Stirling Moss and 'Jenks' in the 300SLR on the Mille Miglia

Despite the name this bore no relation to either Gullwing or the earlier racecar. It was essentially the 1954 Mercedes W196 Grand Prix car, its straight-eight engine enlarged from 2.5 to three litres and covered with a two-seater roadster body. It was in this form that a 300SLR won what is perhaps still the most famous race victory of all time. With a young British racing driver named Stirling Moss at the wheel, directed by co-driver Denis ‘Jenks’ Jenkinson, the 300SLR destroyed the opposition in the 1955 Mille Miglia, a non-stop 1000 mile race on public roads in Italy. Moss won the event at a scarcely credible average speed of 97.96mph. The 300SLR was withdrawn from competition when one crashed into spectators at Le Mans in 1955, killing 82 spectators. The shock of this horror stunned Mercedes, and it withdrew from racing, not to return until 1987.

Mercedes 300SL Gullwing Classic Car

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300SL 'Gullwing' (1954)

Loosely based on the successful 1952 competition car of the same name, the 300SL was available as a convertible or a coupe with those now legendary 'gullwing' doors. These were necessary because of the car’s tubular chassis which ran through where the lower half of the door would be on a standard car, making it exceptionally stiff for its day but making entry and exit a feat in gymnastics. It was also the first production car fitted with fuel injection. The mechanical system from Bosch more than doubled the power of the three-litre straight six from 115bhp to 240bhp, making it more powerful than the original racer. Around 1400 were made, with the similar looking 190SL roadster outselling it by nearly eight to one until both were replaced in 1963 by the 230SL.

Mercedes SSK Classic Car

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Mercedes SSK in the Ralph Lauren Collection

Regarded by many as the finest pre-war sportscar ever built, the SSK was actually designed by Ferdinand Porsche and was the ultimate evolution of the 'S' model line launched two years earlier. The S was itself a lower chassis version of the ‘K’ series cars and used a supercharged 6.8-litre engine. In order to go Grand Prix racing Mercedes needed a smaller, lighter car so they chopped 19 inches out of the chassis to create the “Super Sport Kurz”, the last word being the German for short. Much lighter than its 2.5 ton predecessors the SSK was used to devastating effect by greats such as Rudolf Caracciola, winning numerous competition events including the 1930 Grand Prix, thanks to a 7.1-litre supercharged engine producing 225bhp. The final model actually produced 300bhp and had holes drilled in its chassis to lighten the car in an attempt to keep it competitive.

BMW 3-Series Compact Luxury Car

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BMW 3-Series Compact (1995-1999)

It’s easy to get a mid-‘90s BMW hatchback for under £2,000. It looks like the E36 saloon (even though suspension tech is more E30) and has a tidy, if underpowered, engine line-up. Aspects of the interior may, surprisingly, be low-rent and dated, but come on! This, or a Ford Escort. Which would you seriously prefer? The Compact is also a very significant model as it signalled BMW’s intention to become more ‘mainstream’, years before the 1-Series. It wasn’t an unbridled sales success but it nevertheless proved to those within BMW that they could do ‘budget’ cars without losing prestige. 1-Series and, arguably, MINI are the result.

BMW E36 3-Series Luxury Car

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BMW E36 3-Series (1991-1998)

If the E30 were responsible for BMW’s success, its E36 successor cemented it. Compared to what went before, this was revolutionary, with perfectly proportioned styling that even today still looks fantastic. It used to be the low-slung coupe that looked best, but the chunky four-door saloon is starting to win more fans as the years pass. It was groundbreaking beneath too, debuting BMW’s famous Z-axle rear suspension that cured all the waywardness without diluting the fun. Smaller engines are underpowered but still sweet; buy a £3k straight-six 325i for budget entertainment you never thought possible.

Ferrari F430 Sports Fast Car

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Ferrari F430

There will undoubtedly be a few of you who will question the inclusion of the F430 in the list of greatest Ferraris. But like its 360 and 355 predecessors it represents the ultimate expression of the current ‘small’ Ferrari and that alone means it’s worth including. With power to better all of the cars, barring the Enzo, listed above the F430 develops 483bhp. That allows this current entry-level Ferrari offer performance that’s equal to and in many respects better than the F40 of 12 years ago. That highlights quite staggering progress, the F430’s 4.3-litre, normally aspirated V8 developing a sensational specific output of 114hp per litre.

Using Ferrari’s latest F1 know-how the F430 features both an electronic differential (E-Diff) and a manettino switch on the steering wheel that allows the driver to directly control the car’s dynamics. Its shape is a result of extensive development in the wind tunnel, too. Overall the F430 underlines Ferrari’s commitment to producing cars that keep pushing the performance boundaries. And that alone is enough to warrant it a mention among these established greats.

Enzo Ferrari Sports Fast Car

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Enzo Ferrari

No greatest Ferrari list would be complete without mentioning the latest limited run hypercar. Named after the man himself, the Enzo Ferrari represents the pinnacle of Ferrari’s road and race car knowledge. That means it features a carbon-fibre and aluminium monocoque, carbon-ceramic brakes, double wishbone suspension with push-rods operating the horizontally mounted springs and dampers and a paddle-shift six-speed transmission. Like F1 drivers each owner has the car fitted to them, the seat and pedals adjusted to suit your exact needs and accommodate factors like whether you prefer to use left foot braking or not. But as with any Ferrari it’s the engine that’s the most important feature. And the Enzo’s 6.0-litre V12 is a masterpiece.

It produces 660bhp, allowing the Enzo to reach 62mph in just 3.6 seconds and breach 220mph. It’s all controlled by highly complex electronic systems that control the damping, engine management, gearshift, traction and stability – though for those wanting to experience their Enzo properly the ASR traction control can be switched off. Exclusive, with only 400 being built, and offering quite staggering performance the Enzo is a highly fitting tribute to the man who started the company.

Ferrari 250 California Spyder Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:41:00.002-07:00

Ferrari 250 California Spyder

America is an important market for Ferrari, so when the US concessionaires ask the factory for something they usually respond. That is exactly why this car exists. Based on the 250 GT SWB the California Spyder was built by Ferrari for its wealthy customers wanting an open-top car to enjoy California’s warm climate. It’s an indulgence in this list as historically it’s perhaps not that significant, but it’s unquestionably one of the most beautiful open-topped cars ever made. A short run of 108 were produced between 1957 and 1962, the specifications of each cars differing significantly depending on customer’s exacting needs. That means you’ll get aluminium-bodied examples and some with steel bodies with the odd lightweight panel. The standard V12 engine offered 280bhp but like the body the engines come in a variety of differing specifications – some California’s were even specified with race engines from the Testarossa. A sensational looking car, California owners are very lucky people indeed.

Ferrari 288 GTO Sports Fast Cars

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Ferrari 288 GTO

It may look similar to the 308/328 cars, but the 288 GTO was a completely different proposition. Introduced in 1984 the 288 GTO was limited to just 273 examples, it remaining a highly coveted car among Ferrari collectors today. The 400bhp from its longitudinally mounted 2.8-litre, four cam, four valve per cylinder, V8 engine is achieved by the adoption of two turbochargers and intercoolers these allowing the 288 GTO to sprint to 62mph in 4.8 seconds and onto a maximum speed of 188mph. Its backbone construction was of tubular steel, but fibreglass and Kevlar were also used to keep weight as low as possible. Its beautiful, muscular looks belie its vicious performance, as does its interior, which, unlike its F40 descendant features proper door pulls, handles and carpets. In every way the 288 GTO lives up the famous GTO badge that has always represented Ferrari’s most extreme sporting cars, though such is the pace of progress a current F430 will outperform it in every area.

Ferrari Dino Sports Fast Cars

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Ferrari Dino

Say Dino to a Ferrari enthusiast and it’s highly likely that this is the car they’ll think of. That’s despite the fact that the Dino name has been used on several occasions throughout Ferrari’s history. Yet the Dino never, ever wore the prancing horse badge of Ferrari when it left the factory, enthusiasts putting them on afterwards. First shown in concept 206 GT Speciale form at the 1965 Paris Salon, the first production cars followed in 1967. Power for the early Dino 206 GT models was from a mid-mounted 2.0-litre V6 engine producing just 180bhp. Only 152 206 models were built before the engine was enlarged to 2.4-litres, raising power to 195bhp. The Dino’s model number changed to 246 to represent the larger engine, with other changes including a wider track and increased wheelbase. The open GTS model joined the range in 1972, it particularly popular in the USA. It may never have been badged Ferrari, but there’s no mistaking the bloodline of this achingly beautiful and highly sought after car.

Porsche Carrera GT Sports Fast Cars

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Porsche Carrera GT

Fittingly, given we started this top ten with the last Porsche proper production hypercar we’ll finish it with its latest. The Carrera GT. Like so many of Porsche’s models its roots lie in racing, the Carrera GT conceived as a race car before a change in regulations ruled it out before it was ever raced. Pragmatically, Porsche decided not to waste all its efforts in developing the Carrera GT and hastily turned it into a road car project. The result is phenomenal, the Carrera GT able to breach 200mph and sprinting to 62mph in just 3.9 seconds. That’s possible because of the 612bhp 5.8-litre V10 engine powering it, and the light and immensely strong carbon fibre chassis. Expensive, exclusive and outrageously fast and capable, the Carrera GT is the fastest production Porsche to leave the factory, but amazingly for such an exotic machine it’s just like every production Porsche as it really can be used and enjoyed everyday.

Porsche 911 S (997) Sports Fast Cars

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Porsche 911 S (997)

It’s perhaps predictable putting the fastest current version of the 997 into this mix at the expense of other worthy Porsches like the 928 GTS, 993 RS or 964 3.8 RS, but it’s difficult to ignore the latest car’s huge all-round talent. In S guise the current Carrera offers 355bhp, which, amazingly, is around 100bhp more than the turbo 911s of the ‘70s. It’ll sprint to 62mph in 4.5 seconds and reaches a maximum of 182mph – which is 993 Turbo pace. However, it’s not its power or pace that impresses so much, but the way that it remains so easy to drive. That makes it an accomplished everyday driver or a circuit weapon, the brilliant feel, handling and body control all accompanied by the aural thrill of its wonderful 3.8-litre flat six. A fitting step in the 911’s evolution, rival manufacturers constantly try to better it, but none has, or is likely to.

Porsche 911 (996) GT3 Sports Fast Cars

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Porsche 911 (996) GT3

The 997 might be here now, but you can still buy new versions of the 996 series car like the Turbo and GT3. The GT3 is a car in the vein of the RS’s that preceded it, stripping out excess weight, adding precision and power and offering a drive that’s race car fast for the road. Delivering 381bhp from a very special version of the standard 911’s 3.6-litre powerplant the GT3 achieves this heady power output without a turbocharger, yet it’s Turbo brisk with a 0-62mph time of just 4.5 seconds. The even more extreme limited GT3 RS is rawer and even more focussed, and makes a referential link to the iconic ’73 Carrera RS with its white paintwork with blue or red wheels and graphics running along the sills. Porsche is readying a new 997 GT3, when it arrives we expect it to be sensational. It’ll need to be to beat its predecessor.

Porsche Cayman S Sports Fast Cars

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Porsche Cayman S

Some might consider it rather early to be proclaiming the new Cayman S as worthy of a place among our top ten Porsches, but we’re absolutely certain it deserves the accolade. A coupe version of the Boxster was always going to be special and the Cayman S certainly doesn’t disappoint. Significantly stiffer than its Boxster relative, the Cayman S offers a supremely sharp and focused driving experience. There’s such immediacy to its responses and fine control it’s an absolute joy to drive on a challenging road. Its Boxster/911 derived 3.4-litre engine offers 295bhp, allowing it to sprint to 62mph in just 5.4 seconds. Certain to be joined by a lesser powered version that should slot between the Boxster and Boxster S in price and performance there’s a lot more to come from the Cayman. We just hope the rumours of a lighter, even more focussed Club Sport version are true.

Porsche Boxster Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:38:00.001-07:00

Porsche Boxster

Like the trio above the Boxster has allowed Porsche to indulge its customers with the 911 and projects like the Carrera GT by offering volume models at more affordable prices. The Boxster is a fantastic car and one that’s never been bettered in the roadster market with its combination of decent performance and fantastic ride and handling. It’s made it the benchmark in its price range. However, as it sits under the 911 it’s always been capped for power to prevent it taking sales from its iconic big brother. The earliest 205bhp 2.5-litre cars introduced in 1997 underline this by being a touch slow, but any other model is well worth considering; particularly the faster S derivatives with their larger engines. The current Boxster continues where the original left off. That is, heading the roadster class effortlessly and providing a hugely enticing and relatively affordable step onto the ladder of Porsche ownership.

Porsche 911 (993) Turbo Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:37:00.002-07:00

Porsche 911 (993) Turbo

There are a good number of 911 fans out there that regard the 993 series 911 that ran to 1997 as the last of the ‘real’ 911s. That’s because it was the last 911 to be cooled by air. Like most generations of 911 there were several stand-out models based on the 993, the RS, the basic Carrera 2 being notable examples, but for many the Turbo is the 993 to aspire to. Never before had the 911 Turbo offered such blistering pace with ease of use. Previous Turbos had a fearsome reputation, the 408bhp 993 Turbo utilising four-wheel-drive to enable you to use its prodigious thrust on any road in any conditions. Ludicrously quick with a 4.5 second 0-62mph time and a 180mph top speed, the 993 Turbo remains a supremely able and enjoyable high performance 911 that’s hugely sought after.

Porsche 959 Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:37:00.001-07:00

Porsche 959

It’s perhaps clichéd to mention it, but this mechanical marvel became one of the poster icons for the Athena generation. I had one on my wall with a Lamborghini Countach and Ferrari 288 GTO with ‘decisions, decisions, decisions’ written underneath. Sadly, I’ve never had to make that decision but if I did I’d go for the Porsche. It was a technical masterpiece when it was introduced in ’88 and still commands real respect today. Based on the 911 but with highly sophisticated four-wheel-drive transmisson, twin turbochargers, electronic ride height adjustment and 450bhp it never quite managed the 200mph of its cruder rivals – topping out at ‘just’ 197mph. However there were some drawbacks.

That engine and complex transmission combined with its composite wind-tunnel honed ‘zero-lift’ bodywork made it fiendishly expensive to produce though, Porsche making a significant loss on every one of the 283 cars they sold. They are exceptionally rare and valuable and unfortunately Auto Trader doesn’t list any right now...

Ruf RT 12 Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:36:00.002-07:00

Ruf RT 12

Rather than stick a single car into the number 10 slot, we thought it’d be more fun to round up the list with several… let’s say ‘unverified’ alternatives. No official showing from Porsche since the demise of the Carerra GT could easily be countered with a number of tuner 911 from specialists so deep into modification they actually count as independent manufacturers in some countries. Ruf and 9ff, for example, will happily sell you a professionally fettled 911 turbo capable of well over 200mph. Similarly, Brabus and others make a business out of making Mercedes go very quickly indeed, and the CLS based Rocket has 730bhp and is supposedly electronically limited to 217mph.

Barabus TKR Sports Fast Cars

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Barabus TKR

America is another notable absentee, but the most likely candidate, Saleen’s S7 Twin Turbo makes no greater claim than 200mph+, even if previous talk had suggested 260mph might be possible. The UK’s very own Ultima also claims 200mph+ for certain versions of the GTR, but specifications are quite individual. What we can say for certain is that Ultima does hold the 0-100mph-0 world record, with its GTR720 performing the feat in 9.4 seconds – half a second faster than even the Veyron can manage. Another UK wild card is the Barabus TKR, which was a surprise showing at this year’s British motorshow, and is theoretically good for 270mph.

Aston Martin Vanquish S Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:35:00.002-07:00

Aston Martin Vanquish S
200mph+, 0-62mph 4.8 secs

The original Vanquish could never really be accused of being short of power, but such is the pace of development these days its cheaper DB9 relative was snapping at its heels in the performance department. Costing some £60,000 more than the DB9 that simply wouldn’t do. So the Vanquish S was born, raising power from its front-mounted V12 to 520bhp, a hike of 60bhp. That also pushes the top speed of this British bruiser up beyond the 200mph barrier.

As well as the engine modifications the S has a tweaked chassis to provide a more focussed, rawer driving experience, marking it out from the still available regular Vanquish and the DB9. Still largely hand built, in tiny numbers, the Vanquish S is a perfect British riposte to the thoroughbred Italians here; sophisticated, yet brutally fast, Aston Martin’s flagship is a very desirable and useable 200mph+ machine. KF

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:35:00.001-07:00

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
205mph+, 0-62mph 3.7 secs

The Ferrari Enzo was such a technical tour de force that it’s easy to imagine the engineers at Maranello scratching their heads over what to do next. No such luck for the competition as it turns out, since in developing a replacement for the 575M Maranello, Ferrari have completely re-written the script for front-engined GT supercars. Other cars on this list may be faster – in some cases very much so – but the 599 GTB Fiorano is just fantastically accomplished to drive.

Technical highlights include Magnetorheological Suspension Control, Formula 1 derived traction and stability control, and the not insignificant achievement of being 40kg lighter than the outgoing 575M despite being considerably larger. Don’t care about the techy stuff? Then simple glory in this 6.0-litre V12’s 8,400rpm redline, soulful interior, and the fact you’re driving a car with a prancing horse on the bonnet. Shame it doesn’t look a little bit prettier, but then the world never has been perfect.

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren “722 Edition” Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:34:00.001-07:00

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren “722 Edition”
209mph, 0-62mph 3.6 secs

What kind of supercar really needs a special edition? Well pretty much everyone is at it these days so that’s something of a moot point. But if anything does, it’s the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren – which has the unfortunate double problem of the McLaren F1 as a forefather and various AMG Mercedes as siblings. Ceramic brakes and an unrestricted top speed are all very well, but you don’t really expect them to be combined with an automatic gearbox and the interior from an executive saloon.

So, in order to up the interest a bit, only 150 “722 Edition” SLRs will ever be made, featuring a 650bhp version of the 5.5-litre V8, specially tuned suspension, a quicker 0-62mph dash and a top speed of 209mph – that’s a whole 1 mph faster than the ‘ordinary’ car. Hmmm. Tough to pick when an SL65 with the limiter removed will lose you your licence just as comprehensively for about £200,000 less.

Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:33:00.000-07:00

Lamborghini Murciélago LP640
211mph, 0-62 3.4 seconds

Lamborghini is synonymous with flamboyance. So when it unveiled this car at the 2006 Geneva motorshow, the world gasped. Who on earth had decided to paint a Murciélago in gloss primer grey? But the LP640 isn’t any ordinary Murciélago , and we rather suspect the utilitarian hue wasn’t just about making the car look harder than a Stealthbomber on a night out. Toning down the paint helps emphasize that this Lamborghini is all about performance, an impression enhanced by the optional transparent engine cover that keeps the LP640’s wailing V12 hard permanently on display.

211mph is six more than the standard version, which doesn’t sound much until you realise it’s taken 61 more horses to achieve, and the going gets pretty tough over 200mph. The total bhp count now stands at 631, helping drop the 0-62mph time by an impressive 0.4 seconds to only 3.4. Oh, and you still get the scissor doors – which should keep the traditional clientele happy.

Pagani Zonda C12 F Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:32:00.001-07:00

Pagani Zonda C12 F
214mph, 0-62mph 3.5 secs

The Pagani Zonda has never been about outright top speed. When you’ve got such extravagant design and exquisite detailing, not to mention epic acceleration, sublime handling and a pair of shoes made by the Pope’s cobbler included in the asking price, becoming part of the supercar elite was almost a given. And Pagani’s done it in record time – going from obscurity to revered supercar status in the blink of an eye. Still, it’s nice to know you can back up all that flash with a bit of firepower if you need to, and the introduction of the 214mph Zonda F nicely boosts a range that otherwise barely cracks the magic 200.

7.3-litres of bespoke Mercedes-Benz AMG V12 does the business very nicely, providing upwards of 602bhp (650bhp in Clubsport guise), and 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds. We’ll take ours in bare carbon-fibre, please. And if you want real exclusivity, there’s a Roadster version available, too.

Gumpert Apollo Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:31:00.002-07:00

Gumpert Apollo
224mph, 0-62mph 3.0 secs

Yikes. Well, you’re not exactly going to miss this, uh, beauty appearing suddenly in the rear-view mirror. And seriously, move over, because although you’ve probably never heard of it, being fourth on this list means there aren’t many cars capable of outrunning a Gumpert Apollo. 224mph is impressive, but it’s the 0-62mph time that really grabs our attention. Three seconds flat is seriously quick – you’ll be needing a Veyron if you want to go faster. Such high levels of poke hint at an exotic under-bonnet experience, but don’t be too disappointed when we tell you the Apollo is powered by a 4.2-litre Audi V8.

Two appropriately substantial turbochargers later and you’ve got 650bhp under your right foot. That ought to be enough to keep the driving experience entertaining, especially when combined with a six-speed sequential gearshift and rear-wheel drive.

Bristol Fighter T Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:31:00.001-07:00

Bristol Fighter T
225mph+, 0-62mph 3.5 secs

Eccentric is an overused word, but as a description of Bristol, the reclusive British carmaker, it seems perfectly apt. Imagine a sideboard on wheels, add a whacking great American V8 and you’ve got a Blenheim. Bristol got by building variations of these for years (and years) until suddenly it decided a supercar was desperately needed to complete the line-up. Thus, the 200mph Fighter was born, and having gotten hip to the new millennium, Bristol can’t stop improving the specification of the thing. Apparently due to customer demand – no seriously, Bristol customers do attend trackdays – the new Fighter T has an utterly bonkers 1012bhp and immense 1036lb ft of torque.

That’s more power than the Veyron, thanks to a twin-turbocharged version of the 8.0-litre V10 more often found under the bonnet of a Dodge SRT-10. Electronically limited to 225mph, Bristol claims a frankly ludicrous potential maximum of 270mph. They neglect to mention the price, but if you have to ask…

Koenigsegg CCX Sports Fast Cars

2008-10-24T09:27:00.000-07:00

Koenigsegg CCX
245mph+, 0-62mph 3.2 secs

Poor Koenigsegg. Having spent the entire century so far trying to capture the McLaren F1’s top speed record, the Swedish supercar maker finally achieves it with the 242mph CCR when Bugatti comes along and rearranges the rulebook. That’s got to hurt. Still, what better way to bury the pain than to develop a new version – the CCX. A bespoke 4.7-litre V8 with twin superchargers sits just behind the passenger compartment, developing 806bhp and 678lb ft of torque – enough to propel the car from 0-62mph in 3.2 seconds despite only having rear wheel drive.

245mph is achievable if you can find, well, a runway long enough, though the low drag shape that allows this does mean the Koenigsegg can be a handful in the corners. Extra bonus points for having carbon-fibre wheels on the options list and doors that are cooler than a penguin’s feet.

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