Acura ZDX 2013, it will disappear from the market

The luxury midsize SUV that had drawn a nice figure, whose lines were similar to those of the popular BMW X6, has only one year to live.

The production of this vehicle in Alliston Ontario plant alongside the Acura MDX, Honda Civic and CR-V will end in 2013.

A decision related to the fact that the production of the Acura MDX will be transferred next year, the U.S. plant in Lincoln, Alabama. The minivan and Pilot Ridgeline are also assembled there.

The Acura ZDX has never been able to fulfill its mandate, as its sales in North America were extremely disappointing, and since its launch in 2009.

With the departure of the Acura ZDX at the end of 2013, there is every reason to believe that the next version of the imposing MDX should take its rightful place. A new SUV that will be unveiled in 2013.

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Nissan GT-R gold signed Usain Bolt

Sprinter Usain Bolt, overall winner of gold medals and owner of a Nissan GT-R, just join the Japanese automaker to bring to auction gold version prolific sports coupe.

The auction will take place on eBay at the end of the month.

The money raised will go to the foundation of Jamaican who helps children.

Nissan is currently working on a version signed Usain Bolt, limited edition of its powerful GT-R.

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The first Nissan Juke-R rolls off the line

Nissan sends the first series-Juke-R. This will be one of five, only because so many want to build up to Nissan. The Juke-R could leave his fame to the new NISMO, this one is in much higher numbers.

The Juke-R are technical elements of the Nissan GT-R, which many car lovers around the world enjoy a good reputation. The prototype of the Juke-R in Dubai celebrated premiere, where only three really serious offers were given. With a considerable price of 500,000 euros the # 1 small Juke-R series could ultimately find an owner.

The 3.8-liter BiTurbo V6 delivers 545 hp in the Juke-R, five less than the GT-R. The drivetrain, it had taken over from there and gearbox. Only three seconds it takes to from a standstill to 100 km / h to come. The speed is limited to 275 km h /. To the body mainly reflects improved aerodynamics at the front bumper, the rear diffuser and the air inlets.

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