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Sep
24th

F1: FIA to inspect Korea after final asphalt laid

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September 21, touted as the belated final inspection date for Korea's new F1 circuit, passed without notice. Full story...
Sep
24th

F1: BMW not coming back for F1’s 2013 engine era says Mario Theissen

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Even with greener and more road relevant engine rules on their way for formula one, BMW is not expected to return any time soon. Full story...
Sep
24th

F1: Team Lotus is back with Jarno Trulli and Heikki Kovalainen

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Jarno Trulli has reportedly signed a contract to remain with Lotus for the team's second season in 2011. Full story...
Sep
24th

F1: Pirelli tires not far off Bridgestone’s pace

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Pirelli's 2011 tires are currently only about one second off the pace of the sport's existing supplier Bridgestone. Full story...
Sep
24th

2010 Mazda RX-8 GT Review

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The RX-8 is not out to impress your friends with its looks, but it can. The RX-8 is not meant to carry you, your spouse and your two kids to grandma's house, but it can. The RX-8 was not conceived to spend every weekend on a track, but it can. The RX-8 should not be a comfortable enough vehicle to be driven on a daily basis, but it can. In fact, the RX-8 can be a great many things this type of car should typically not be, but it is. Full story...
Sep
23rd

GM lures more marketing talent from another winning automaker

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General Motors Co.'s new U.S. advertising chief has again tapped another winning automaker to strengthen Chevrolet's marketing bench. Full story...
Sep
23rd

GM stock-offering target may drop as low as $8 billion

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General Motors Co. will probably seek to raise $8 billion to $10 billion in an initial public offering in November, a smaller sale than the automaker originally targeted, said two people familiar with the matter. The U.S. Full story...
Sep
23rd

Decked out with Texas flair, Laramie Longhorn edition to be most expensive Ram pickup ever

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The new Ram Laramie Longhorn special edition pickup - inspired by handcrafted wares such as an antique pocket watch, hand-tooled leather cowboy boots, and horseman's saddle - will be the most expensive truck ever in the history of Dodge or Ram... Full story...
Sep
23rd

Ram truck gains luxury Laramie Longhorn trim:

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Chrysler has added a new luxury trim level to its Ram Truck lineup, the Laramie Longhorn edition. Full story...
Sep
23rd

Congress clears bill aimed at boosting auto dealers, other small businesses

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The dealer portion of the legislation approved by the U.S. House today seeks to loosen credit by increasing the maximum size of a federally guaranteed loan that can be extended by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Full story...
Sep
23rd

2010 BMW 760Li, an AW Drivers Log:

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COPY EDITOR CYNTHIA L. OROSCO: What a great car to have over the weekend. We had family in town to go to a baseball game and packed the back seat. Full story...
Sep
23rd

Peugeot sets electric records, and a closer look at the 2011 Buick Regal, in News Brake for Sept. 23:

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In News Brake: Peugeot sets electric records with a Paris concept car, Mitsubishi says yes to the U.S., and we take a closer look at the 2011 Buick Regal . . . But Wait, There's More! Full story...
Sep
23rd

Toyota upgrades Highlander, raises prices on Prius, Venza, FJ Cruiser

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Toyota has given its Highlander crossover a significant midcycle change as well as a price increase of several hundred dollars for the 2011 model year. Toyota said it also is raising prices on the Prius hybrid, Venza crossover and FJ Cruiser SUV. Full story...
Sep
23rd

With Ford’s new V-6 under the hood, F-150 among thriftiest 2011 pickups

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Ford's new 3.7-liter V-6 is expected to be one of the thriftiest pickup truck engines when it goes into production in the 2011 F-150. Full story...
Sep
23rd

Paris auto show: Mini jumps into electric scooter field with trio of concepts:

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BMW's Mini brand is bringing its electric-powered Scooter E concept to this year's Paris auto show. It gives Mini a response to the electric-powered scooter concept being shown by the Smart brand of German rival Daimler. Full story...
Sep
23rd

2011 Saab 9-3 ePower

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2011 Saab 9-3 ePower
2011 Saab 9-3 ePower - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine
Automaker's first EV coming to Paris.

Weeks ago, Saab executives let slip that the company would soon be building a fleet of electric 9-3s. Today, the company released the first photos and information about the 2011 9-3 ePower, which will debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show later this month.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Saab 9-3 ePower - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine


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Sep
23rd

2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe

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2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe
2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine
911 Carrera GTS slots between Carrera S and GT3.

Between the basic Carrera and the wild GT2 RS, Porsche presently offers roughly 17 different versions of its legendary 911 sports car in North America. That figure, however, will soon jump to 19, as Porsche's rolling out its new 2011 911 Carrera GTS Coupe and Cabriolet at the 2010 Paris Motor Show later this month.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe - 2010 Paris Auto Show - Automobile Magazine


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Sep
23rd

US: BMW adds markets for BMW ActiveE Field Trials

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BMW has widened the cities involved in its ActiveE Field Trials, building on existing experience in the New York Metro and Greater Los Angeles areas. Full story...
Sep
23rd

2010 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Limited, an AW Drivers Log:

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EDITORIAL INTERN JAKE LINGEMAN: The Sebring Convertible is not for me. Some may find redeeming value in the triple color scheme, but I do not. Apart from the paint the styling seems gaudy, with too many lines on the body. Full story...
Sep
23rd

Hankook tire exec calls for global campaign to point out dangers of low tire pressure:

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Anyone driving a car today has certainly heard about the dangers of drinking and driving, and the use of a cell phone and texting while driving. Full story...
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