Power trip

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Four new supercars are being introduced in the American market. Lamborghini Diablo SV and Ferrari 550 Maranello are powered by a V-12 engine and priced at $230,000 and $214,000, respectively. Dodge Viper GTS and Porsche 911 Turbo are priced at $66,000 and $105,000, respectively.

author: Mitani, Sam
Product introduction, Porsche 911 (Automobile), Dodge Viper (Automobile), Lamborghini Diablo (Automobile), Ferrari 550 Maranello (Automobile)

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Mazda RX-01: world exclusive first drive

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The Mazda RX-01, a sports car that may replace the RX-7, features a more compact rotary engine that fits beneath the sloping hood and produces 220 bhp. The RX-01 is smaller than the RX-7, but it provides more usable space. It is uncertain whether the RX-01 will come to the US.

author: Mitani, Sam
Product development, Cover Story, Design and construction, Mazda Motor Corp., Sports cars

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Over the horizon

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Car manufacturing developments in Japan are presented. Automaker Honda is busy improving its Acura NSX in terms of performance and styling while Nissan has announced its intention to build a Z sports car. On the other hand, Mitsubishi has launched its Lancer Evolution VI.

author: Mitani, Sam
Japan

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