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Jul
27th

WRC: MINI confirms World Rally comeback

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The iconic MINI name will return to the World Rally Championship stages next year after its parent BMW group announced a multi-year comeback for one of the most charismatic names in the sport's history. Full story...
Jul
26th

GM to price Chevy Volt extended range electric car at about $40,000

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Pricing and ordering details for the car will be announced Tuesday by Joel Ewanick, GM's vice president of U.S. marketing, at a news conference in California. Full story...
Jul
26th

Will consumers pay a premium for fuel economy and utility?

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Ford is touting the fuel economy in the redesigned 2011 Ford Explorer. For buyers that choose the new EcoBoost 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, at least a 30 percent increase in fuel economy is promised by Ford. Full story...
Jul
26th

Audi A7 breaks cover:

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This is Audi's new A7--the sleek, upmarket liftback previewed by the Sportback concept at the 2009 Detroit auto show. Full story...
Jul
26th

Chrysler switches to Siemens PLM product development software used by Fiat

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Chrysler is taking a big step toward combining its vehicle development with alliance partner Fiat by switching to the same Siemens product development software that Fiat uses. Full story...
Jul
26th

Volvo SUVs examined for electronics flaws, U.S. says

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Volvo XC90s for model years 2004 and 2005 are being investigated by U.S. safety regulators for electronics defects in components such as headlights and turn signals, which may raise the risk of a crash. Full story...
Jul
26th

The first look at the 2011 Ford Explorer, and recapping the Meadow Brook concours, in News Brake for Monday, July 26:

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In News Brake: The 2011 Ford Explorer is revealed, Porsche tests electric Boxsters, and we revisit the Concours d'Elegance of America at Meadow Brook . . . But Wait, There's More! Full story...
Jul
26th

BMW teams up with U.S. Olympic Committee:

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Jul
26th

Ford seeks changes to U.S.-Korea trade deal to spur sales

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Ford has been one of the biggest opponents of the U.S.-South Korea Free Trade Agreement negotiated and signed three years ago by the Bush administration but never approved by Congress. Full story...
Jul
26th

Mid-Engine Wonders, an AW List:

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The mid-engine. Stepping up to a mid-engine car is like going from Triple-A ball to the majors. Thereand#8217;s plenty of skill in Triple-A, and you can go a whole lifetime in it and be happy. But nothing really compares with the big leagues. Full story...
Jul
26th

2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 4matic Wagon

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 4matic Wagon
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 4matic Wagon - Editor's Notebook - Automobile Magazine
Perfect for wagon buffs with cash to throw around.

It's hard to justify the cost of a luxury wagon when an SUV gives you more room, is cheaper, and in some cases, drives better. The Mercedes-Benz E350 4matic wagon is a nice car, but with a $66,775 price tag, it's not very logical.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 4matic Wagon - Editor's Notebook - Automobile Magazine


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Jul
26th

Nissan recalls 51,100 Cubes for fire risk

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The chance that 2009 and 2010 model year Cubes could leak fuel if struck from the rear at 50 miles per hour led to the recall, documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show. Full story...
Jul
26th

JAPAN: Toyota seen back in Q1 operating profit

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Toyota Motor is likely to book a group operating profit of about JPY100bn (US$1.1bn) for its April-June fiscal first quarter thanks to solid sales and a sharp recovery from the previous year's loss, the Nikkei business daily said. Full story...
Jul
26th

Mercedes CL63 AMG revealed

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High performance flagship gets new 5.5-litre biturbo engine.


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Jul
26th

COMMENT: GM waits as union stalls

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GM is remaining particularly coy today (26 July) concerning the future of the automatic transmission plant in Strasbourg. Full story...
Jul
26th

BRAZIL: Citroen shows more of C3 Aircross

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Citroën Brazil has shown journalists around its Porto Real manufacturing plant, 90 miles from Rio de Janeiro City, as production begins of the C3 Aircross, the C3 Picasso's 'adventurer' version. Full story...
Jul
26th

FRANCE: GM considers next move as union rejects Strasbourg deal

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General Motors is mulling its next move following refusal by one of the four unions involved with negotiations at its Strasbourg plant to sign a new productivity deal. Full story...
Jul
26th

Ford to ask buyers to pay more for smaller engine in new Explorer

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Bucking an automotive tradition of charging extra for more horsepower, Ford will ask buyers of its redesigned 2011 Explorer to pay a premium for a small, 4-cylinder engine when the vehicle goes on sale in December. Full story...
Jul
26th

Council cuts can cameras

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Gatsos are being turned off in Oxfordshire after funding cut.
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Jul
26th

Cover cheat KO to cut premiums

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Insurance fines to go to address on V5C – which is being facelifted.
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