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  Aston Martin's Surprise V12 Vantage Roadster                                                Source:  Aston Martin May Be Final Iteration on the V12 Vantage Theme Iconic British automaker Aston Martin just unveiled a convertible version of the powerful and speedy V12 Vantage.  Called the 2023 V12 Vantage Roadster, the vehicle is stunning and a big surprise as Aston Martin announced nearly six months ago that the V12 Vantage Coupe was the last of the dynasty cars that date back decades.  Apparently, Astin Martin, which was 007 James Bond's car of choice, is finding it difficult to say goodbye to the magnificent vehicle. All Sold Out The V12 Vintage Coupe and Roadster are virtually identical with the exception of the convertible roof and the rear wing, which is optional, not standard, on the Roadster.  The car bodies are ultra-aerodynamic and composed of carbon fiber.  Both are powered by Aston Martin's beefy, 5.2-liter, twin turbocharged V12 engine, paired with an 8-speed a

  New Elegant, Electric Hatchback                                                  Source:  Cadillac To Be Hand-Built & Customized like a Rolls Royce Cadillac's sleek and elegant, Celestiq hatchback grand tourer concept is all-electric and designed to re-ignite and electrify the Cadillac brand.  Cadillac hopes that the Celestiq will usher back the brand's glory days 50 years ago when it was the leader in luxury cars. To recapture the luxury car title, Celestiq is being designed with dramatic, futuristic lines and features.  It is being billed as Cadillac's flagship and the EV that will lead Cadillac into its electric future.  The EV will be hand-built and totally customizable like a Rolls Royce.  It will also be available only in very limited quantities. Details That Cadillac Has Provided The Celestiq will be built on GM's Ultium electric platform which enables its low, sleek, dramatic and wide proportional design. The EVs will have all-wheel drive, all electric pow

 Stunning   Hybrid Electric Luxury SUV                                       Source: Stock - Ferrari's Purosangue Ferrari Joins the Luxury SUV Business Italian-based, luxury sports car maker Ferrari is building its first SUV - the hybrid electric Purosangue.  Deliveries to customers will start in 2023.  The EV is currently undergoing road testing in Europe.  These are the first unobscured images of the vehicle without camouflage.  Clearly, the Purosangue, which is Italian for thoroughbred, is stunning. What We Know Ferrari has closely kept the wraps on this new vehicle.  But it is a 4 door, sleek, long and low riding SUV.  It has a long front, a slopping roof and long, curvy hood and sides.  The rear sports a full length lightbar that connects to two sets of taillights and a tailgate.  Ferrari has not disclosed technical details yet.  But it is expected that the vehicle will be offered with an 800 hp V-12 and a V-6 hybrid electric powertrain.  It may also be available as a turbocha

  First Fully Electric Ferrari in 2025 Ferrari Chairman Envisions New, Distinctive & Unique Electric Vehicles Italy based, luxury sports car maker Ferrari is synonymous with roaring, powerful gas and diesel engines that quickly accelerate to high speeds and spew fumes.  Now the company is going green and embracing the age of electric powertrains and green electric vehicles.  Furthermore the company is confident in maintaining its global leadership in high performance cars that will be powered by electric engines. European Union's Tightening Emissions Standards The European Union is proposing a ban on the sale of gasoline and diesel vehicles from 2035 on to combat Climate change.  That will be a major challenge for automakers whose major selling point is big powerful engines like Ferrari.  Nonetheless, Ferrari Chairman and Acting CEO John Elkann welcomes the regulations.  He believes that the company is enabled to create even more distinctive and unique vehicles with "elect

CEO Expanding Lineup of Road Cars Source:  Ferrari The Future of Sports Cars Ferrari Chairman John Elkann said today in Pebble Beach, CA, at a classic car show, that the Italy-based luxury car company plans to expand its GT - grand touring - lineup of cars that are easier driving vehicles.  It also plans to launch a premier SUV, the Purosangue, to compete in the luxury SUV category.   The company, known for its flashy, high performance vehicles, is producing strong financial and innovation results, including a new luxury hybrid vehicle.  It has no desire to compete in sales volume results with rival Porsche.  Elkann is also Chairman of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.   Fiat is the majority owner of Ferrari. New SF90 Stradale and GT Models The company's new SF90 Stradale hybrid vehicle is expected to be a big contender against Tesla's luxury electric vehicle models.  The SF90 is the fastest Ferrari ever produced with 986 horsepower.  The new GT-type Ferrari could be unvei