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For Volkswagen, this marks the beginning of an action-packed year, in which more new models will be introduced than ever before in the company's history. First on the spectacular list of new products for the 2010 calendar year is a car based on entirely new concepts and technology, a coupe with a hybrid drive that is extremely fast and yet futuristic in its fuel economy. Full story...

Toyota today unveiled the FT-CH dedicated hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Full story...

Combining a decidedly urban-industrial design aesthetic with functionality aimed at young professionals, the GMC Granite concept takes the brand's trademark capability in a new, more progressive direction. It was introduced at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Full story...

The Nissan Mixim, a one-off compact concept car powered by a pair of innovative "Super Motor" electric motor/generators, makes its first U.S. appearance as part of the Michelin Challenge Design(tm) display at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, January 11 - 24, 2010. Full story...

A full display of hot new Chevrolets awaits visitors at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. GM indeed chose to introduce a number of exciting models in its own backyard. Full story...

Mini isn't the first car brand that pops into the heads of most beachgoers, but the BMW subsidiary is seeking to change that during this year's autoshow season. It might look like the love child of a Jeep Wrangler and a Cooper S, but the Mini Beachcomber Concept is geared up extensively for fun in the sun. Full story...

The Detroit Auto Show seems to be going green. After the inauguration of its own EV section, the major manufacturers are now using it to unveil their latest and greatest hybrid models. In fact, Volkswagen took the opportunity to present the automotive capital with a hybrid version of its Touareg crossover. Full story...

Porsche never rests on its laurels, whether on the road or the race track, and 2009 was once again a year of constant activity with the launch of a number of new models and new facilities both in the UK and Germany. The good news is that 2010 is set to be another exciting year for the Stuttgart sports car manufacturer, with further announcements and new model introductions planned. Full story...

The S80 continues to represent the best that Volvo has to offer in the way of comfort and luxury. For 2010 this spacious flagship sedan has received some minor styling enhancements meant to freshen its appearance without altering its distinctiveness. As well for 2010, Volvo has unscrambled the option list by offering a simplified S80 product and content line-up. Full story...

Seven-time World Champion Michael Schumacher last week spent two days at the Brackley headquarters of his new formula one employer Mercedes GP. Full story...

Formula 1 teams are discussing the possibility of testing in Bahrain prior to the desert Kingdom's 2010 season opener. Full story...

A news was published on Sunday that Sébastien Buemi would next Sunday demonstrate the performance of a formula one car on ice. Full story...

M-Sport, the company that builds and develops new Ford Fiesta S2000, is entered as a manufacturer in the 2010 Intercontinental Rallye Challenge. Full story...

Max Angelelli and Martin Ragginger led their respective classes Sunday at Daytona International Speedway in the final day of the Roar Before The Rolex 24, a three-day Grand-Am sanctioned practice session leading up to the Jan. 30-31 running of the Rolex 24 At Daytona. Full story...

Transitioning from road racing, or open wheel racing, to stock cars is more than a matter of sliding in through the window. Full story...

When it comes to NASCAR Sprint Cup racing you can't base your team much further away than from the Charlotte hub than Furniture Row Racing which is based in Denver, Colorado. Full story...

The new Spanish Formula 1 team Campos is expected to be ready to join the bulk of F1's existing teams when winter testing kicks off in Valencia early next month. Full story...

Gurnee, Ill. - Chicago area vehicle accessory manufacturer, RealWheels Corporation (RWC) is no stranger to car, SUV and truck accessories. They have been designing and manufacturing vehicle enhancement products for over thirty years, and currently produce hundreds of products for vehicles such as the Smart car, Hummers, big rigs and even fire trucks. So when Jeep launched the new 4-door version of their popular Wrangler, RWC wasted no time in beginning the process of designing products. They realized early that it would be crazy to engineer a bunch of accessories without talking to the actual vehicle owners first. Full story...

Chrysler's midsize Sebring continues to one of the only midsize vehicles to be offered in a full range of 4-door sedans and 2-door convertibles -- and convertibles are available in both soft-top and hardtop versions. Full story...

Oh, station wagons! Oh estates! Oh tourings! How do I love thee! What's the matter with me, you ask? Nothing, I answer. How old am I, you ask? 33, I answer. Then, "What gives?" you follow up with. Well, I consider myself a member of the final age group that grew up with a bonified, glorified station wagon as a family car, not a frightful minivan; eeeewwww! Full story...