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Oct
8th

THE WEEK THAT WAS: From Paris to Antwerp

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So that was Paris for another two years, time to move on this week to.... Antwerp? Yup, it's home to a long-serving General Motors Europe plant, currently making Opel Astras and, while GM says it's for the chop, unions and the Flemish government are saying, 'hang on a mo'. Full story...
Oct
8th

Jaguar considers production for the C-X75:

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Jaguar is planning production feasibility studies of up to 2,000 cars a year for its new 780-hp supercar, sources say. Full story...
Oct
8th

COMMENT: Two and two to make Geely four?

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Every day seems to bring a wild swing in the see-saw of the Opel saga that is gripping Belgian politicians and unions. Full story...
Oct
8th

Why Mitsubishi is taking an online test drive for a spin

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Mitsubishi Motors North America, in an effort to rekindle its image as a technologically innovative brand -- and generate a bunch of buzz in the process -- on Thursday announced what it claims is the first online test drive of its kind. Full story...
Oct
8th

First Drive: 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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First Drive: 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport - First Drive - Automobile Magazine
Smaller, not sportier.

Don't confuse the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with the Mitsubishi Outlander. They share a name, but these two vehicles are distinctly different. If you're familiar with Land Rover's Range Rover and Range Rover Sport, Mitsubishi's naming scheme might make sense. The Outlander Sport isn't necessarily sportier than it's bigger, older brother. Rather, it's a significantly smaller vehicle that competes in an entirely different segment. With two rows of seats, available all-wheel drive, and a frugal four-cylinder, the Outlander Sport is entering the crowded compact crossover market as a serious latecomer.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport - First Drive - Automobile Magazine


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Oct
8th

2011 Subaru Legacy 3.6R Limited, What I drove last night:

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I've always seen the Legacy as the car that Impreza owners eventually graduate to when they need more space but want to maintain respectable performance chops. For people with WRXs or STIs, they have the 2. Full story...
Oct
8th

GERMANY: Ford calls for EU-Korea trade deal to be thrown out in current form

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Ford is expressing strong reservations following the signing of the recent European Union-Korea Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Full story...
Oct
8th

2010 Porsche 911 GT3, an AW Drivers Log:

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR--AUTOWEEK.COM BOB GRITZINGER: A completely insane level of quickness--both accelerating and braking--combined with an uncanny road feel through the steering wheel and seat. Full story...
Oct
8th

Freshened Nissan GT-R gets more power:

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The mid-life refresh of the storming Nissan GT-R will feature a power increases as well as slightly updated styling and new interior trim options. Full story...
Oct
8th

Russian car sales rise 55% in September

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Russian new-car sales soared 55 percent year-on-year in September to 185,953 units as the market recovery from a disastrous 2009 showed no signs of flagging, the Association of European Businesses (AEB) said on Friday. Full story...
Oct
8th

BELGIUM: Truckmakers concerned over EU emissions plan

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Truckmakers are protesting European Union plans to impose strict curbs on C02 emissions, calling them unrealistic and ill-designed. Full story...
Oct
8th

SYDNEY PREVIEW: Chevy’s Spark becomes a Holden

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General Motors' Australian unit Holden will launch its new small car, the Barina Spark, at the Australian International Motorshow in Sydney next week. Full story...
Oct
8th

LaHood weighs urging U.S. ban on all driver phone use in cars

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says he believes motorists are distracted by any use of mobile phones while driving, including hands-free calls, as his department begins research that may lead him to push for a ban. Full story...
Oct
8th

Alcoa says Chinese auto demand driving growth in aluminum use

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Alcoa, the largest U.S. aluminum producer, said aluminum sales to the automotive industry are forecast to grow as much as 8 percent this year, with Chinese sales up 15 percent to 20 percent. Full story...
Oct
8th

Mercedes teases new SLK

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All-new convertible to feature folding hardtop with Magic Sky Control sunroof.


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Oct
8th

JAPAN: Daihatsu to recall 882,000 minicars

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Toyota 51%-owned affiliate Daihatsu is recalling 882,000 Move and Tanto minicars because of a problem with their door mirrors. Full story...
Oct
8th

RUSSIA: Daimler to increase Kamaz stake

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Daimler is seeking to increase its stake in Russian truckmaker Kamaz beyond its current 11%. Full story...
Oct
8th

VIETNAM: Sales drop 17.4% in September

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New vehicle sales in Vietnam declined by 17.4% year on year to 9,141 units in September, from peak levels of 11,071 units a year earlier - according to the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association (VAMA). Full story...
Oct
8th

BELGIUM: Union demands GM opens Chinese talks to save doomed plant

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Opel unions are demanding GM opens talks with a potential Chinese investor in a bid to save 1,200 jobs at its Antwerp plant. Full story...
Oct
8th

BMW, Mercedes forecast quarterly sales growth as China surges

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BMW and Daimler's Mercedes-Benz, the two biggest makers of luxury vehicles, projected higher fourth-quarter sales on surging demand in China. Full story...
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