Sentences with phrase «as sports cars become»

As sports cars become more isolated and separated from modern roadgoing appliances, even they will become less likely to offer fully manual gearboxes.

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@KatMat: your analogy would begin approaching realism if: — during the pledge of allegiance kids were forced to say «one nation under The Orioles» — our nation's currency said «In Dallas Cowboys We Trust» — if millions were slaughtered, tortured and burned to death because they weren't fans of The Pittsburgh Penguins — if NASCAR fans endlessly attempted to have Intelligent Car Driving taught beside Evolution in science class as a possible explanation for how mankind developed — if «the 5 D's» of Dodgeball (Dodge, Duck, Dip, Dive, Dodge) were constantly attempted to be made into law so everyone would live by the same ridiculous notions, even if those notions knowingly discriminate — if nutters constantly claimed America was founded on the principles of Darts, even though our country SPECIFICALLY calls for a separation between Darts and State because the founders knew the inherent dangers of Darts becoming government instead of staying in the realm of sport where it belongs

And yet as the Corvair evolved to its final year of production in 1969, it had become a kind of sports car.

However, SRT owners who take advantage only of the one free day will not be disappointed, as the Bondurant SRT program is the best way to become accustomed to your new high - performance Dodge sports car.

But with mk3 MX - 5s becoming extremely affordable (you can pick up a decent example for under # 7k) it's entirely possible to create a formidable sports car for as little as # 15,000.

As my co-columnist, Sir Arthur of St. Antoine, pointed out last month, it's a driver's car, an engaging and handsome alternative in a day when too many once - sporting marques have all but imagined themselves into that gray future where driver involvement becomes impersonal, with the wheel man's function akin to that of an old - time keypunch operator.

Our intention on this day was to celebrate not just the loftiest heights of British sports car construction but also its minor summits, for in sports car - ing as in mountaineering and in life, many more will actually become acquainted with the low peaks than the high ones.

In 1985, the partners announced a brand - new sports car project that became known as the V8 Zagato.

There are a few affordable sports cars, such as the Mazda MX - 5 and Volkswagen GTI but they're becoming increasingly hard to come by.

Toyota ventured into the sports car market in 1967 with the Toyota 2000GT, originally a concept car engineered and built by Yamaha for Nissan as what would become the Datsun 240Z.

The sub-911 Cayman has become quite popular though, not only as a cheaper entry to the Porsche brand, but because it's lighter, more nimble, and it has slowly become a more driver - orientated sports car.

Alright, let me be honest and tell you a few things that I dislike about this car: - Gas Mileage (Hyundai claims it gives you 25 mpg in the city, which is not true, I get not more than 23 mpg in the city for sure)- Traction Control (The traction can not handle the acceleration and the wheels would start spinning, even on the dry roads, not sure what to blame)- USB port - The built in USB port does not support android, at least not in my case, therefore I have to rely on Bluetooth or AUX)- Dull Alloy Wheels - The dullness of alloy wheels for the SE trim does not compliment the car over all, but eh, I can't complain much as it is a BASE model Now, the things I absolutely love about this car: - Great Turn Radius - Beautiful LED lights (even with base model)- Highway mileage (35 mpg even driving at 75 miles an hour, you might get better than 37 mpg if you drive at 55 miles an hour)- Spacious trunk - Great leg room for rear seats - Just enough power to accelerate quickly and merge on to the highways / freeways - Amazing Brakes - Sports, ECO and Normal Mode (For those who do not know, once switched to SPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a sportSports, ECO and Normal Mode (For those who do not know, once switched to SPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a sportSports, ECO and Normal Mode (For those who do not know, once switched to SPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a sportSPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a sportSPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a sportssportssports car.

Combined with the body parts by ABT Sportsline the sport coupé from Ingolstadt becomes as assertive as it becomes a super sports car.

The Lexus name has become closely associated with hybrid cars but as the LF A supercar demonstrated, the manufacturer is also capable of producing high - performance sports cars too.

Just as the Corvette C6.R race car has become the benchmark in production - based sports car competition, we believe that the Pratt & Miller Corvette C6RS will set the new standard for sports car performance and luxury on the highway.»

Regardless of what becomes of the Miata for 1998 and beyond, the first generation models will go down in automotive history as one of the best sports cars of all time.

The popularity of the Ford Mustang is blowing up more than ever, as it recently became the best - selling sports car on the planet.

In fact, what would become colloquially known as the «Mezger» engine after the engine designer, Hans Mezger, had its roots in the racing engine designed for the 935/78 «Moby Dick» of 1978, the most extreme racing 911 ever built by the factory for international sports car racing.

The new sports car, available as a limited edition in selected markets worldwide, immediately becomes the most potent example of the open - top Vantage range and mixes the breath - taking power of Aston Martin's naturally aspirated 6.0 - litre V12 engine with the established thrills of Vantage Roadster driving for what is an unforgettable sports car experience.

These new Porsche models ultimately went on to become the winningest sports car design in racing history — as well as one of the most highly coveted sports cars ever devised.

The 911 ultimately went on to become one of the most successful designs in both racing history and sports car history — as well as one of the most highly coveted sports cars ever devised.

In 25 years, the Mazda MX - 5 Miata has become a cult icon and entered the Guinness Book of World Records as the best - selling, two - seat, open - top sports car.

[68] In 2011, the new CEO Wolfgang Dürheimer revealed that the company was planning to produce two models in the future — one a sports car - successor to the Veyron, the other a limousine known as the Bugatti 16C Galibier, which was later cancelled since Bugatti was later then working on a successor to the Veyron, which became the Bugatti Chiron.

He is a three - time U.S. sports car driver of the year and designer of the Shelby Cobra.The popular Texan, whose chili recipes have become as famous as his race car designs, suffered from congestive heart failure and had had two previous heart surgeries.

The standard equipment of the sixth model in the John Cooper Works line - up includes an aerodynamic kit which lends extra muscle to the front and rear apron, as well as bespoke side skirts, 18 - inch light - alloy wheels and the sports car cockpit ambience which has become a speciality of John Cooper Works models.

Toyota has built all previous «FT» concepts, including the FT - 86 that became the Scion FR - S and Subaru BRZ, as well as the FT - 1, believed to be the upcoming Toyota Supra sports car.

The SLS race car developed in accordance with FIA GT3 rules has quickly become established as a serious contender among the super sports car elite.

With Porsche's growing array of sport - utility vehicles, it's becoming best known to a new generation as a maker of SUVs first and as a producer of world - class sports cars second.

In 1951 Alfa became one of the first automakers to put a sports sedan on the road when it introduced the 115 - horsepower 1900, a car advertised as «The Family Car That Wins Races.&raqcar advertised as «The Family Car That Wins Races.&raqCar That Wins Races.»

But as is becoming the custom, the seventh generation sports car from Chevrolet pulled away from the pack that included cars like the Ferrari F12, Competition Pack BMW M6, Mercedes - Benz SLS AMG Black Series, two Jaguar models, Nissan GT - R, and Ford Fiesta.

Adding an extra element of practicality to this desirable car, the 2018 Porsche Panamera becomes a sports car you can drive as an everyday vehicle.

The SQ 4 version in particular seems to serenade you in sport mode with an exhaust note that draws you in until you feel as though you have become one with the car.

As far as powerful rear - wheel drive sports cars are concerned, they're fast becoming a dying breed, unless you have the funds for some of the Italian stufAs far as powerful rear - wheel drive sports cars are concerned, they're fast becoming a dying breed, unless you have the funds for some of the Italian stufas powerful rear - wheel drive sports cars are concerned, they're fast becoming a dying breed, unless you have the funds for some of the Italian stuff.

The C7, as we all know by now, has become a truly world class high - performance sports car, American style.

Gain fans, build relationships and blow you salary on a fancy new sports car, the more successful you become as a footballer the more lavish your purchases.