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Nov
11th

DETROIT PREVIEW: Nissan previews NA commercial vehicle

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Yes, a Detroit preview already. Nissan North America has announced its NV2500 concept which makes its public debut early in January at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Full story...
Nov
11th

Dacia stops production on November 20

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Romanian carmaker Dacia, owned by France's Renault, said on Monday it will stop production for about two weeks as of November 20 due to a "brutal fall of auto markets." Full story...
Nov
11th

2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

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2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 - Chevy Sport Coupe Review - Automobile Magazine
It pulls strongly at high rpm but also has mega low-end torque. This is one world-class powerplant.

The ZR1 is a high-water mark for Corvette performance that - given the macro trends in oil prices, the U.S. economy, and the fortunes of General Motors - almost certainly will never be achieved again.


Photo Gallery: 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 - Chevy Sport Coupe Review - Automobile Magazine


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Nov
11th

2010 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

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2010 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series
2010 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG Black Series - Mercedes Benz Sport Coupe Review - Automobile Magazine
To own a Black Series is to join an exclusive club, and this, the third Black Series, is the most expensive and most powerful yet.

Unlike BMW's M division, which put itself on the map by creating drivers' cars out of normal BMWs, AMG's cars - often the product of applying ludicrous power to regular Mercedes cars - make the ultimate I-outrank-you statements. And when your neighbors have an AMG in the driveway, there's only one way to beat them - an AMG Black Series.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG Black Series - Mercedes Benz Sport Coupe Review - Automobile Magazine


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Nov
11th

Pendragon sees 2008 loss at 30 million pounds

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British car dealer Pendragon said on Monday it expected to report a full-year loss, before exceptional items, of 30 million pounds due to the economic downturn, but was optimistic of improved trading next year. Full story...
Nov
11th

Delphi’s operating loss shrinks on payments from GM

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Delphi Corp.'s operating loss narrowed to $96 million in the third quarter from a loss of $663 million a year earlier, largely because of payments received from former parent General Motors. Full Story...
Nov
11th

Delphi seeks approval to continue to use bankruptcy loans

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Delphi Corp. is seeking court approval that will allow the bankrupt U.S. auto parts supplier to continue to use proceeds from its $4.35 billion bankruptcy financing through the first half of 2009, beyond the year-end maturity date. Full Story...
Nov
11th

Saleen Automotive, sans founder, puts itself up for sale

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Specialty car builder Saleen Automotive, the company that built the mighty GT for Ford Motor Co. and created dozens of high-performance classic Mustangs, is for sale. Full Story...
Nov
11th

2008 Saturn Vue Hybrid Review

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The folks at General Motors can't seem to stop bragging about their efforts to become the greenest automaker on the planet. The development of the Chevrolet Volt electric car is a vivid example. That's also why we're seeing the hybrid treatment applied to an ever-growing number of GM products. Full story...
Nov
11th

2009 European Car of the Year finalists

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The only thought going through the head of European journalists right now is this: "Which car will succeed the Fiat 500, winner of the prestigious European Car of the Year award in 2008?" Full story...
Nov
11th

Ferrari celebrates victory with the Scuderia Spider 16M

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Ferrari is one of those big manufacturers that love to celebrate their victories in style. The celebrations are that much more splashy when they're for the 16th Formula 1 Constructors Cup title, which Ferrari won last week. To commemorate this exploit, the manufacturer introduced the latest version of its ultra-powerful 430, the Scuderia Spider 16M. Just as powerful, the new Spider even has a weight advantage, as it's 80 kg lighter than the F430. Full story...
Nov
11th

IRL: Sam Hornish Jr won’t imitate Dario Franchitti

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Former IRL series' champion Sam Hornish Jr believes that is future is still in NASCAR and he categorically denied he is about to give up following a tough rookie season in the Sprint Cup series and go back to the IRL like did Dario Franchitti. Full story...
Nov
11th

F1: Vijay Mallya hints Force India drivers to change

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Despite recently saying Force India will field an unchanged driver line-up in 2009, things have now changed, team owner Vijay Mallya has hinted. Full story...
Nov
11th

IRL: Surfers Paradise event switches from IRL to A1GP

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There won't be any Surfers Paradise event in the future of the IRL as both local government and the IndyCar management failed to come to an agreement on a new date for the Australian race. Full story...
Nov
11th

F1: Money wars set to explode

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A new row over money, with the formula one teams on one side and the sport's ruling bodies on the other, looks set to intensify. Full story...
Nov
11th

F1: Mika Hakkinen turns driver manager

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The 1998 and 1999 Formula 1 world champion with team McLaren Mercedes, Mika Hakkinen has embarked on a new career as a driver manager. Full story...
Nov
11th

Nissan’s NV2500 ready to take on commercial vehicle market

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Nissan plans to enter the commercial vehicle market in 2010, and their latest and largest concept is a hint into the near future for commercial offerings for the brand. The NV2500 concept will take the stage at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this January, and it represents one of the biggest concepts ever created by the automaker. Full story...
Nov
11th

A Canadian Enduro Championship has been created

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Canadians will finally have a Canadian Enduro Championship (CEC) in 2009 and beyond. A four-event, 8-race series organized by World Enduro Canada (WEC) has been created and will visit Canada next year. Full story...
Nov
11th

Atlantics: What lies ahead for Kevin Lacroix?

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Canadian driver Kevin Lacroix had high hopes that his first complete season in the Atlantic series, with Walker Racing, could become a way for him to prove how talented he was and that it could help him to move up the latter to either the Indy Lights series or, even, the IndyCar championship. Full story...
Nov
11th

BMW 3-Series to get a facelift

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Competition in the premium auto marketplace is more intense than ever, and BMW's committed to make sure their 3-Series remains on top. The best-selling model will undergo a facelift for the 2009 model year amidst various updates to bring its styling and equipment offerings to new levels. Full story...
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