Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced that it will exhibit the 2011 Impreza WRX (U.S. specifications) models at the New York International Auto Show (Press day: March 31 and April 1; Open to the public from April 2 through 11). Both 5-door and 4-door models come with the wide-body design for the first time.
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Burbank, Calif. - General Motors Co. is testing a production-intent hydrogen fuel cell system that can be packaged in the space of a traditional four-cylinder engine and be ready for commercial production in 2015.
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More dynamic, efficient, and luxurious than ever, the new BMW X5 continues to strengthen its leading position within the four-wheel drive, premium vehicle segment. The new BMW X5 has a fresh new look and features new engines, drive trains, and thousands of new parts. The associates at BMW Manufacturing have been planning the launch of this new model for over 18 months, which involves nearly 4,000 new parts.
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Puebla (Mexico) - Coinciding with the market launch of the SLS AMG on 27 March 2010, Mercedes-AMG is presenting a GT3 variant. This racing version of the gullwing model stands out with its spectacular design and thoroughbred motor sports technology.
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Unique implementation of advanced technology and safety innovations has helped automobile industry newcomer LUXGEN to move under the international spotlight during a sensational international debut at the Dubai Motor show.
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Lexus announced today that the all-new CT 200h premium compact hybrid will go on sale in Canada in early 2011 as the first dedicated hybrid vehicle in the premium compact segment.
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For the 2011 model year, Toyota has further dialed up the sensibility, selection and value that have made their popular Camry a best-seller. Building on a decades-long history of reliable performance and economical operation, Camry is advancing steadily while staying true to its roots.
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The 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX will look more the WRX STI model by adopting the STI's wide-body look, including wide track front and rear, and wider tires.
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Lithium ion batteries needed to power electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids will be in short supply later this decade unless manufacturing capacity is greatly increased, according to consulting firm PRTM.
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Nissan Motor Co. aims to boost its global production by more than 17 percent to an all-time high of 3.69 million units in the fiscal year beginning April 1, the Nikkei business daily reported on Tuesday.
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The new chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association, Ed Tonkin, said today that he will push for Chrysler dealer reinstatements next week when he expects to meet with Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne in New York.
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The auto industry, which was largely noncommittal during the yearlong debate about changes to the national health care system, remains uncertain about the effects of the new health care legislation on the industry. General Motors Co.
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Parts maker Cooper Standard Holdings Inc. filed an amended reorganization plan that increases noteholders' new equity investment in the company by 45 percent to $355 million.
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First new car rolls off the production line as era of Spyker ownership begins
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In News Brake: Chrysler and Fiat team up for an electric 500 for the United States, Chrysler also ponders a small unibody pickup, and Jimmie Johnson wins his first at Bristol . . . But Wait, There's More!
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Following a three year investment of US$730m, Chrysler Group unveiled the production launch of its Pentastar V-6 engine at an event on Friday (19 March) at the Trenton, Michigan South Engine Plant (TSEP). The company claimed the engine was a "cornerstone" of its efforts to reinvent its business model.
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The looming closure of Toyota Motor Corp.'s California assembly plant is beginning to take a toll on suppliers there as well, with plants located around the site ready to shut down starting in late March.
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Chrysler Group will build 140 Ram plug-in hybrid electric vehicles for use in a three-year demonstration fleet.
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Paul Bond has fought off more than 1,000 competitors to win a new career as a motoring journalist – starting with a three month internship at Auto Express magazine.
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Renault Samsung Motors said on Monday it had taken over 40,000 orders for its new, locally developed SM5 sedan.
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