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Dec
15th

Maserati Classiche book series debuts:

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Maserati unveiled its new series of books known as Maserati Classiche on Wednesday. Full story...
Dec
15th

Jeep moves 2011 Compass upmarket

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Two things stand out about the 2011 Jeep Compass: The sticker price is $4,000 higher than the 2010 model's, and the crossover was restyled in what might be considered record time. Full story...
Dec
15th

Fiat may consolidate Chrysler next year, UBS says

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Chrysler Group LLC may refinance its U.S. government loans by March, allowing its managing shareholder Fiat S.p.A. to buy a larger stake in the second quarter, according to analysts at UBS AG. Full story...
Dec
15th

Jeep Compass gets a makeover for 2011, an AW daily video for Dec. 15:

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Audi might build the small Porsche SUV, and the first Chevrolet Volt is auctioned for $225,000 to help Detroit schools. Full story...
Dec
15th

Chevrolet delivers first Volt to retired N.J. pilot

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A retired airline pilot today became the first customer to take delivery of a pre-orderedChevrolet Volt. Jeffrey Kaffee returned early from a vacation to pick up the keys for the plug-in hybrid at Gearhart Chevrolet in Denville, N.J. Full story...
Dec
15th

GM, Ford parts shortages cut output for second day

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GM and Ford said parts shortages caused by winter storms in Canada and the U.S. Midwest are reducing production for a second day. GM's Lansing Delta and Lansing Grand River plants in Michigan are shut down, said Chris Lee, a company spokesman. Full story...
Dec
15th

Lexus prices CT 200h at $29,995

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Lexus Division said today it will price its entry-luxury CT 200h hybrid hatchback at $29,995, including destination charges, when it goes on sale in March. Full story...
Dec
15th

2011 Mazdaspeed3

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2011 Mazdaspeed3
2011 Mazdaspeed3 - Automobile Magazine
The direct steering and crisp handling alone put it in the very upper echelon of sport compact cars

It's clear why we selected the Mazdaspeed 3 (along with the base Mazda 3) as an All-Star for 2010: the direct steering and crisp handling alone put it in the very upper echelon of sport compact cars, alongside the Volkswagen GTI and the Mini Cooper S. Still, I could never bring myself to buy a Mazdaspeed3 for two primary reasons: ridiculous torque steer (yes, I know it's slightly less severe than the previous-gen car) and an incredibly stiff and overly notchy gearbox. I thought that maybe this test car's gearbox hadn't yet been broken in, but the car has about 2500 miles on the odometer.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Mazdaspeed3 - Automobile Magazine


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Dec
15th

US: Ford runs Canada short shifts as weather bites

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Ford is operating some short shifts today (15 December) in Canada as the extremely harsh winter weather currently sweeping through Michigan and South Canada continues to pose difficulties in transporting parts. Full story...
Dec
15th

VW recalls 377,286 U.S. cars for fire risk

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Volkswagen AG is recalling 377,286 cars in the United States, including Beetle and Jetta models, citing fire risk from fuel-supply lines that may chafe and leak. Full story...
Dec
15th

VW recalls 377,286 cars in U.S. for fire risk

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VW is recalling 377,286 cars in the United States citing fire risk from fuel-supply lines that may chafe and leak. The models covered by the recall are the Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Golf, Rabbit, New Beetle and New Beetle Convertible. Full story...
Dec
15th

Global auto sales may top 80 million in 2012, J.D. Power says

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Global automobile sales may exceed 80 million in 2012 and 118 million in 2020, said Jeff Schuster, director of forecasting for researcher J.D. Power and Associates. Worldwide deliveries will set a record of about 71. Full story...
Dec
15th

AW survey: Honda Element won’t be missed:

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Is Honda making a mistake by killing the Element SUV after the 2011 model year? AutoWeek readers think not. Full story...
Dec
15th

CHINA: SAIC raises CNY10bn in private placement

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SAIC Motor has completed a private share placement that raised CNY10bn (US$1.5bn) it develop own-brand and new energy vehicles. Full story...
Dec
15th

Audi A4 returns to the BTCC

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Audi name back in BTCC next year for first time since 1998 with private two-car team.


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Dec
15th

US: Winter weather wreaks havoc with US and Canada supply chain

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Severe winter weather has affected automakers' US and Canadian plants as a fierce storm saw some workers sent home. Full story...
Dec
15th

GM’s Vauxhall denies deal to sell SAIC’s MG cars in its UK showrooms

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GM's Vauxhall brand will not sell MG cars in its UK showrooms, GM UK said. The denial follows a report that GM partner SAIC Motor Corp. could be granted access to Vauxhall's UK sales network. Full story...
Dec
15th

Honda Civic GX update: A month of natural gas:

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This is the latest in a series of updates on life with several different alternative-fuel vehicles. Full story...
Dec
15th

Honda Civic GX update: A month of natural gas:

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This is the latest in a series of updates on life with several different alternative-fuel vehicles. Full story...
Dec
15th

Chrysler recalls 367,350 minivans on airbag deployment concern

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Chrysler Group LLC is recalling about 367,350 Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan minivans, citing airbags that may inadvertently deploy. Full story...
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