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Hyundai--the Korean manufacturer of relatively inexpensive high-value vehicles--is taking its modest compact crossover to new levels with the introduction of the completely new, 2010 Tucson. Full story...

The rich and famous have the pick of the litter when it comes to buying their dream car. And whether they tread water or asphalt, the objects they choose are often high- and even very high-performance. Realizing this, Strand Craft chose to cater to this select clientele. Full story...

Daytona 500 winner, Jamie McMurray, joined his car's co-owner, Chip Ganassi, and Indy 500 winner, Dario Franchitti for a unique photo at the Brickyard. Full story...

Bernie Ecclestone is not happy that the formula one circus departed Turkey last weekend without resolving the issue of tyre supply for 2011. Full story...

Robert Kubica's manager has hinted that the Polish driver is not likely to change teams ahead of the 2011 season. Full story...

Red Bull's clear-the-air meeting, to be attended by both Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel, will take place at the team's Milton-Keynes headquarters on Thursday. Full story...

ARLINGTON, Va. - New test results show that some automakers are doing a good job of designing vehicle roofs that perform much better than current federal rollover standards require. The roofs on other vehicles need improvement. In the first Insurance Institute for Highway Safety roof strength tests of midsize SUVs, 6 earn the top rating of good for rollover protection, 1 is acceptable, and 5 others earn the second lowest rating of marginal. Full story...

Ross Brawn, Mercedes GP boss and FOTA's chairman of the technical regulations group said he expects the Formula 1 teams to be able to test the 2011 tires before the current season is over. Full story...

The IZOD IndyCar Series announced that its next generation of engines would be more powerful and efficient than its current engine as well as being relevant to the automobile industry. Full story...

Ford Motor Company will expand and enhance its Lincoln brand lineup with seven all-new or significantly refreshed vehicles in the next four years as part of an aggressive growth plan focused on standout product design, class-leading technology and new powertrains - all aimed at competing with Cadillac and Lexus in North America. Full story...

Andrew Ranger will be competing in his second race of the NASCAR K&N East series this weekend at the Martinsville Speedway and in preparation for this event, the young Canadian driver takes part in a test held on Plattsburgh's race track. Full story...

How does it like to take the wheel of a Formula 1 car? Today we put you behind the wheel of the Mercedes-powered VJM03 Force India F1 car! Full story...

The all-new 2011 Volvo S60 will have a manufacturer's suggested retail price that starts at $45,450 (MSRP) and will go on sale in the fall of 2010. For that price, the dramatically designed S60 sedan will come with a performance-oriented 300-horsepower, 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder turbocharged engine with all-wheel drive. Full story...

Xenon lights look fantastic and offer improved visibility, but they typically involve additional cost. Conversely, Halogen bulbs are cheap and reliable, but they leave room for improvement in lighting quality. Full story...

Octane Racing Group, promoter of the Canadian Grand Prix, is pleased to announce the return of 'Open House Day' at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on Thursday, June 10 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Full story...

The prestigious Scuderia Ferrari began racing in the Formula 1 World Champion 60 years ago at the Grand Prix of Monaco in 1950. At last weekend's Grand Prix of Turkey, the Maranello-based F1 team contested its 800th F1 event. Full story...

To help racing fans and those new to the sport enjoy the speed, sound and excitement of IndyCar racing, the Ontario Honda Dealers Association (OHDA) is underwriting the cost for admission to the Friday session (July 16) for the 2010 Honda Indy Toronto at Exhibition Place. Full story...

Oshawa, Ontario - Chevrolet today announced pricing for the 2011 Silverado HD, featuring key structural improvements plus enhanced performance and fuel efficiency for the Duramax diesel engine and Allison transmission. Full story...

A champion of innovation and forward-thinking, Don Panoz will unveil his latest automotive dream machine next week at a most familiar location - Le Mans, France. Full story...

All major automakers posted gains in May -- ranging from Chrysler's 33 percent to Toyota's 7 percent -- as the light-vehicle sales rate hit its highest level this year. Sales rose 19 percent from May 2009 to 1.1 million light vehicles. Full story...