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Apr
3rd

F1: Geoff Willis already considers quitting HRT

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Geoff Willis' time at the struggling new HRT team may be coming to a short-lived end. Full story...
Apr
3rd

F1: Nick Heidfeld criticises top teams for weather gambles

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Nick Heidfeld was critical on Saturday after top teams' trust in the weather radar at fickle Sepang left them stranded down the grid for the Malaysian grand prix. Full story...
Apr
3rd

F1: Pole position for Mark Webber and Red Bull in Malaysia

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Three races and third pole position for Red Bull, it's Mark Webber's turn to obtain it. Full story...
Apr
3rd

F1: Martin Whitmarsh thinks Lewis Hamilton’s flaws are McLaren’s fault

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Some of the flaws in Lewis Hamilton's race-driver character are McLaren's fault, team boss Martin Whitmarsh has admitted. Full story...
Apr
3rd

F1: USF1 officially lays off all staff

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USF1, at least for now, is finally dead. Full story...
Apr
3rd

F1: Michelin wants tyre dimension changes for 2011 return

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As the paddock empties at Sepang long after darkness fell on Friday night, more details about F1's possible new tyre formula emerged. Full story...
Apr
2nd

First Volt comes off the line — but this is just a test

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The first pre-production Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid rolled off the line Wednesday at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant. The pre-production versions will not be sold at dealerships. Full story...
Apr
2nd

2010 Toyota Venza, an AW Drivers Log:

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SENIOR WEB REPORTER GREG MIGLIORE: This is a nice iteration of the modern station wagon. It's roomy, comfortable and has a fairly strong powerplant. Full story...
Apr
2nd

Lexus surges in March, passes Mercedes in ’10 U.S. luxury race

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Lexus -- the leading luxury-auto brand in the United States for the past decade -- used a 42 percent gain in March to inch ahead of rival Mercedes-Benz after the first quarter. Full story...
Apr
2nd

Maserati names McNabb to global post

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Mark McNabb, CEO of Maserati North America, was named the worldwide commercial director of Maserati S.p.A. today. McNabb, 48, will hold both positions. He has served as North American CEO since June 2009. Full story...
Apr
2nd

GM parts plant may close after UAW rejects contract

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The last remaining General Motors Co. plant in western Michigan may become extinct after a vote to ratify a new contract for workers failed by a 2-1 margin Thursday. Full story...
Apr
2nd

Jeep shows off its product mojo, and a test drive of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, in News Brake for Friday, April 2:

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In News Brake: We put several impressive Jeeps through their paces in Utah, U.S. sales are up, and a test drive of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse . . . But Wait, There's More! Full story...
Apr
2nd

European automakers concerned about metals prices

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Volkswagen AG, PSA Peugeot Citroen and Fiat SpA, already working to counter a slump in domestic car sales, may struggle to cope with rapid increases in steel costs following changes to iron-ore pricing setups. Full story…

Apr
2nd

European automakers concerned about metals prices

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Volkswagen AG, PSA Peugeot Citroen and Fiat SpA, already working to counter a slump in domestic car sales, may struggle to cope with rapid increases in steel costs following changes to iron-ore pricing setups. Full story...
Apr
2nd

More vehicles being scrapped than purchased, R.L. Polk says

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More Americans ditched older cars than bought new ones during a 15-month period ending last September, according to a report released this week by R.L. Polk and Co. Polk found that more than 14.8 million cars and light trucks were scrapped in the U.S. Full story...
Apr
2nd

GMand#8217;s China sales exceed U.S. for third straight month

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General Motors Co.and#8217;s China sales rose to a record in March, surpassing its U.S. deliveries for a third straight month and cementing the countryand#8217;s importance as the worldand#8217;s largest auto market. Full story...
Apr
2nd

Maserati names McNabb commercial director :

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Maserati North America president and CEO Mark McNabb has been named the Italian automaker's worldwide commercial director. He will keep the North American title as well. Full story...
Apr
2nd

Mercedes sees global Q1 sales up more than 10%, report says

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Mercedes-Benz expects to report a worldwide sales increase topping 10 percent in the first quarter, aided by U.S. demand for its E-class and S-class models as the economy recovers, a German magazine reported. Full story...
Apr
2nd

Mercedes confirms C-class coupe to launch in 2011:

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Buyers seeking a blend of sportiness and luxury will get another choice in 2011: Mercedes confirmed this week it's adding a C-class coupe to its portfolio. Full story...
Apr
2nd

2010 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT, an AW Drivers Log:

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COPY EDITOR CYNTHIA L. OROSCO: I walked by the Mazda CX-9 on my way to the Traverse, and I noticed some similarities. Full story...
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