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Nov
2nd

RUSSIA: Ghosn does not rule out increased AvtoVAZ stake

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Renault chief Carlos Ghosn says he sees logic in the French carmaker taking a controlling stake in AvtoVAZ. Full story...
Nov
2nd

UK: Garage labour rates climb to record high

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The cost of repairing a car is on the rise again, according to the annual Warranty Direct labour rates survey. Full story...
Nov
2nd

SOUTH KOREA: Hyundai aims for 500,000 Accents a year

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Hyundai Motor expects annual global sales of 500,000 of the redesigned Accent. Full story...
Nov
2nd

Hyundai-Kia, BMW, Subaru lead solid October sales gains

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Hyundai-Kia, Subaru, Volkswagen and some smaller automakers posted sharp increases in October U.S. auto sales today as the industry appeared poised to record a solid month. Full story...
Nov
2nd

SEMA Corvette concepts are ready for the track

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Corvette debuted two concepts this week that show how enthusiasts can create a car that is ready for racing. Full story...
Nov
2nd

INDONESIA: 2011 growth seen lower

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Indonesian car sales are expected to rise 7% to 750,000 units in 2011, as growth slows sharply from 2010 as government plans to limit fuel subsidies bite. Full story...
Nov
2nd

Nissan plans 3 EVs after the Leaf:

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Nissan is planning to launch three more electric vehicles besides the Leaf hatchback. Full story...
Nov
2nd

GERMANY: Karmann to do A3 convertible roof

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Audi has ordered the development of the concept for the roof of its new A3 convertible at insolvent German auto supplier Karmann. Full story...
Nov
2nd

2011 Ford Edge SEL, an AW Drivers Log:

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR ROGER HART: First off, this is one of the nicest colors of red Iand#8217;ve seen on a and#8220;regularand#8221; car in a long time. Love the color. And I also really like what Ford has done with the interior. Full story...
Nov
2nd

FEATURE: India’s booming auto industry

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India is currently experiencing auto industry growth at a rate similar to that experienced by Brazil one decade ago, with numerous manufacturers establishing themselves singly or as part of joint ventures. While there are still significant challenges that may prevent India from experiencing the same sort of explosive growth seen in China, it has the potential for high rates of growth in the coming years. Full story...
Nov
2nd

PORTUGAL: Local Leaf output will reduce cost

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Nissan is confident its 'Wave One' markets for the Leaf will pave the way for Europe-wide acceptance of its new electric vehicle, with eventual local production targeted to reduce the initial outlay. Full story...
Nov
2nd

First Drive: 2011 Nissan Leaf

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First Drive: 2011 Nissan Leaf
2011 Nissan Leaf - First Drive - Automobile Magazine
Your chance to thumb a nose at Big Oil.

Coke or Pepsi? Mac or PC? iPhone versus Blackberry? As if our lives weren't already besieged by choice, we now have the yin/yang of Volt and Leaf.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Nissan Leaf - First Drive - Automobile Magazine


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Nov
2nd

JAPAN: Suzuki H1 sales and profits rise

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Suzuki Motor said it increased both in sales and profit in the fiscal first half (1 April to 30 September) "despite continued severe market conditions" and has raised its full year forecasts. Full story...
Nov
2nd

Skoda aims to double car sales to 1.5 million

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Skoda plans to double its new-car sales to "at least" 1.5 million in 2020, driven by growth in China, India and Russia, CEO Winfried Vahland said. "Skoda is ready for a new growth spurt," Vahland said. Full story...
Nov
2nd

Renault OK’ed to take 50% stake in AvtoVAZ

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Russia gave France's Renault a green light to buy up to half of AvtoVAZ , a move Renault's boss called "logical" and that could eventually put the country's biggest carmaker under foreign control. Full story...
Nov
2nd

US: Nissan Leaf sells out

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Nissan's US unit has sold out of its first year allocation of Leaf EVs and no more are due until October 2011, the automaker said. Full story...
Nov
2nd

Superb and Octavia get new 4×4 option

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Skoda adds 4x4 system with DSG gearbox to Octavia and Superb ranges just in time for winter.


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Nov
2nd

US: GM settles on 4,500 dealers

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General Motors will have 4,500 dealers after, under pressure from Congress angry with job losses, reversing planned closures of over 800 franchises. Full story...
Nov
2nd

French car sales slide 19% in October

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French car sales plunged in October as France's reduced subsidy was not enough to prevent a drop versus the strong sales this time last year. Sales fell 18.7 percent in October to 171,449 units. Over the first 10 months passenger sales slipped 1. Full story...
Nov
2nd

JAPAN: Toyota China sales dip in October

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Toyota Motor said its Chinese sales fell 6% in October to 61,600 vehicles, the first year on year decline in 18 months. Full story...
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