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Several months ahead of its scheduled debut at this fall's Paris auto salon, production of the new Ferrari California has already begun at the Ferrari factory in Maranello. The news comes after previous speculation suggested that the California might have to be assembled off-site - potentially at sister-company Maserati's nearby facility in Modena - because the existing Ferrari assembly lines were already at full capacity. However, having now unveiled its newly-retooled manufacturing facility under the Formula Uomo program, the company has apparently increased production capacity to accommodate the assembly of the California, thus securing its legitimacy in the eyes of enthusiasts and potential customers alike.

Gallery: Ferrari Formula Uomo and Ferrari Magazine

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The Lotus Elise has and always will be one of my all-time favorite light-weight sports cars. It’s tough for me to actually buy a lotus car as I feel like you really ought to get one to RACE — due to the lack of luxury for daily use…

Oh well.

The Lamborghini Murcielago is one of the most amazing hypercars ever made by the Italian manufacturer, and these two photos are perfect: lambo-yellow and perfectly cropped.

Found these photos at Lamborghini Wallpapers.

After of all the speculation and rumors, NBC and BBC have officially confirmed the hosts of Top Gear America. It is finally official. Television and radio comedian Adam Carolla, champion rally and drift racer Tanner Foust, and TV construction guru Eric Stromer, will lead NBC’s pilot of the international smash hit series “Top Gear.” The U.S. version of the hit franchise will mirror the UK show’s irreverent humor and camaraderie between the three presenters, epic races, outrageous stunts and challenges, unique celebrity guest participation and eccentric methods of testing cars that are produced by BBC Worldwide America.

The Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming Development and Specials, of NBC Entertainment, Craig Plestis said: “This franchise is a proven winner worldwide and the hosting team of Adam, Tanner and Eric that we have brought together for the U.S. version offers a perfect match of humor, insider know-how and priceless track experience,” “We are going to create a high-powered show that, like the original, will keep viewers in every demographic clutching the edge of their seats.”

Paul Telegdy,The Executive Vice President, TV Sales and Content & Production, BBC Worldwide America said: “These three guys will get to drive the world’s most amazing cars, go on incredible road trips and blow stuff up.  It’s a dirty old job but someone has to do it…why didn’t I get the job?!”

“This is fantastic news - but how on earth you lot is going to do it on the wrong side of the road I’ve no idea.” said Jeremy Clarkson executive producer and host of the UK “Top Gear”.  

The latest BMW concept car was shown to the public just about a week ago and I have to say it looks BMW’s focus on innovation keeps pushing them to come up with extraordinary pieces of engineering. The BMW Gina Concept Car is a prime example of BMW pushing the limits and thinking outside the box — and I’m extremely impressed with the results; including the aesthetics…

More photos are available at BMW Blog!

The Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo is one of the fastest cars ever made with its 248mph top speed. I’m not too crazy about the design but I love the speed of this vehicle…

Fingers crossed, one day I’m driving one of these Saleen S7 Twin-Turbos…

Who doesn’t love a Bentley Continental? Well, Top Gear’s Jeremy Clarkson for one, but I’m not like him (I don’t have a bolding head, and I’m not eight feet tall).

Anyway, this one’s the 610 bhp Flying Spur and it’s a looker. Photos thanks to Wheeltronix!

Classy front, I love the grille!

So gorgeous!

What a booty!

I want one!

Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed: 610HP