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Honda will likely post an operating profit of 60 billion yen ($660 million) for the April-September first half, beating its forecast for a loss, the Nikkei business daily reported on Thursday. Full story...

Sporting director Peter Windsor has named NASCAR's Las Vegas-born Kyle Busch as an ideal driver for the new USF1 team in 2011. Full story...

Sebastien Loeb has admitted the opportunity of making his formula one debut in Abu Dhabi was probably a one-off. Full story...

Santa Fe Springs, Calif. - Two of the most storied names in domestic performance vehicles will join together to debut a stunning, world-class supercar at the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Lingenfelter Performance Engineering of Decatur, Indiana, will unveil its latest offering; a 750 horsepower 2010 Camaro SS in the Hotchkis Performance booth at the annual automotive aftermarket trade show. Hotchkis Performance, of Santa Fe Springs, California, developed the suspension system for the Lingenfelter Camaro and has worked with the renowned specialty supercar builder on several projects in the past. Full story...

HERNDON, Va., - Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the all-new 2010 GTI via the App Store by making available a free version of the popular Firemint Real Racing game that exclusively features the all-new 2010 GTI. This is the first time an American automotive manufacturer has used the App Store to launch a new vehicle. Additionally, users of the Real Racing GTI App in the U.S. can compete for the chance to win one of six, limited-edition 2010 GTIs that are fully-customized inside and out. Full story...

Right on time for the start of autumn smart is presenting a new fashion collection for the cold season. Designed for people who like things that are a little out of the ordinary, these trendy products are in keeping with the environmentally conscious lifestyle brand. Full story...

Students taking Quebec's new driving course will now learn proper driving behaviour by watching English language videos that use miles an hour. That is what emerges from the training document put forward by the Minister of Transport and of which AUTO123.com got a copy. Full story...

Formula one teams have agreed not to run KERS systems at all in 2010, but in 2011 they could all be using a standard version of the energy recovery technology. Full story...

DETROIT - The initial production color of the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) is a silver exterior with an emerald hue. That's official. What's not certain is what Chevrolet will name that distinctive exterior color, so the company is turning to the public to help make the decision. Full story...

The 2010 WTCC calendar was announced today by the FIA. Zolder and Portimao will include the championship for the first time. Full story...

Looking at the grey Camry LE with its two-tone grey interior, I can't help but think that we've come to expect too much. Too often, we think the Camry should have something of the divine. And the Accord. And the Fusion. And the Malibu. We've come to believe these mid-size sedans should be nothing short of extraordinary. Full story...

12 rounds will make up the 2010 Superleague Formula by Sonangol season, it can be revealed today, with a host of new countries and venues added to the calendar. Full story...

Three creative concepts were the top choices in the "Audi Customizing Club" design contest. The talented tuning trio of Alexander Christ, Michael Horn, and Hubert Plaikner captivated the high-caliber panel of judges by proposing unique designs of accessory parts. Full story...

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dodge today announced an exclusive production run of the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and SRT8 featuring the classic Plum Crazy Pearl Coat exterior color. Both Dodge Challenger models deliver the best of modern American muscle-car characteristics--unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful HEMI® V-8 engines and technology--now with an extra dose of nostalgia. Full story...

Students taking Quebec's new driving course will now learn proper driving behaviour by watching English language videos that use miles an hour. That is what emerges from the training document put forward by the Minister of Transport and of which AUTO123.com got a copy. Full story...

NASCAR officials today announced a $30,000 (USD) fine against Roush Fenway crew chief, Eddie Pardue, and docked 100 Nationwide championship points from owner, Jack Roush, and Matt Kenseth of the #17 Ford for an engine rules violation. Full story...

Here are the main short motorsport news of this day, Thursday October 22, 2009. Full story...

After a series of fruitful test sessions and thousands of kilometres successfully completed in Mugello, Le Castellet and Barcelona, the technical definitions of the GP3 car are fixed and production has now commenced. The first cars will be delivered to the ten GP3 teams on schedule in January 2010. Full story...

Created as a way to help consumers in the ever complex process of buying a new vehicle, these awards will highlight the best cars and trucks from the 2010 model year in Canada. Full story...

FRANKLIN, Tenn., - Nissan North America announced that the Nissan LEAF zero-emission, all-electric car will make its North American debut in Los Angeles on Nov. 13. The Los Angeles showing will be the first time people in the United States will be able to see the five-passenger, five-door, gasoline-free car, which is embarking on a nationwide tour. Full story...