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Rubens Barrichello has revealed he is committed to staying with the Williams team in 2011. Full story...

The previous contest is barely over, yet we're already launching a new one! As mentioned last week, Auto123 Racing went out and brought back some unique gifts from the recent Formula One Grand Prix in Montreal. Today, and for the next five weeks, fans will be able to enter a new contest. We're now giving away a Red Bull Racing team cap signed by none other than German star Sebastian Vettel! Full story...

Red Bull Racing team boss Christian Horner has said he is happy to meet with Mark Webber in the wake of the team's tumultuous British grand prix. Full story...

The full-size A8 sedan embodies the Vorsprung durch Technik for which Audi is renowned. The brand now presents the new top version of its flagship: The long-wheelbase A8 L sets standards for luxury, dynamics and efficiency. It will debut in fall 2010 with five engines, including the powerful twelve-cylinder with 368 kW (500 hp). Full story...

For enthusiasts who want to be personally involved in creating their Corvette, Chevrolet's new Corvette Engine Build Experience allows them to literally build the engine for their new car. Full story...

Almost every manufacturer is riding high on the crossover craze and has at least one in their product line-up, and those who are not have to do something about it if they want their share of the market. Full story...

After a statistical study of race results over recent races, the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) has announced a 3kg reduction in minimum weight for twin cylinder machines in the SBK, now set at 162kg - the same as 1000cc four cylinder machines. Full story...

Fiat fans attending the annual convention of the Club Fiat-Lancia Unlimited were given a special surprise when the head of Fiat North America arrived at their closing dinner and made them an exclusive offer. These long-time enthusiasts of the Fiat brand and vehicles, some for almost 27 years, were given the first opportunity to place reservations and select their vehicle build number for the unique Fiat Cinquecento 'Prima Edizione' (First Edition) model. A total of 500 of these collector-edition Fiat 500 models will be sold in the United States. Full story...

Jonathan Rea took a clear win in race 1 here today, his third of the season aboard his Ten Kate Honda. Max Biaggi, second in the first race and first in the second, put himself on a clear course to win the 2010 SBK Championship aboard his well sorted and well ridden Aprilia. Full story...

Ford Motor Co. will begin the wind-down of Mercury production in late September. Ford wants to shutter the 71-year-old brand and dealer network by Dec. 31. Full story...

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA - Toyo Tire Canada Inc. announces the Toyo® Proxes® T1RTM as an original equipment upgrade for the all-new 2011 Mazda2 Yozora. The Mazda2 Yozora is a special edition, sub- compact vehicle exclusive to the Canadian market. Full story...

I could basically end this review with the sub-title above. I mean, how could I possibly write anything bad about a car like the 2010 BMW 750Li, a true German limousine which you normally feel more excited to take a back seat in than sit behind the wheel Full story...

Marc Gene thinks it is mainly the drivers who want better safety car rules. Full story...

Heikki Kovalainen has admitted he feels more comfortable at Lotus than he did in the last two seasons with McLaren. Full story...

Martin Whitmarsh has chimed in on the tension at Red Bull by insisting the same situation would not occur at McLaren. Full story...

Bernie Ecclestone on Sunday said he hopes Africa will join the formula one calendar "in about three years time". Full story...

Mark Webber's post-qualifying anger became joy on Sunday as the Red Bull driver leapfrogged his teammate Sebastian Vettel in the world championship standings. Full story...

David Reutimann used to feel a bit like that cartoon character with the cloud hanging over him. Full story...

Citroen C4 WRC driver Sebastien Loeb sealed victory on Rally Bulgaria today, round seven of the 2010 World Rally Championship, to extend his lead in the FIA Drivers' standings and head a record breaking formation finish for the French manufacturer. Full story...

Mark Webber is not the only rival enduring a difficult relationship with Sebastian Vettel. Full story...