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Nov
23rd

Mazda Canada Announces 2012 Mazda5 to Start at $21,795

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Mazda Canada today announced that the 2012 Mazda5 compact multi-activity vehicle will have a starting manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of $21,795. The 2012 Mazda5 will go on sale in Canada early in January 2011. Full story...
Nov
23rd

IndyCar: Edmonton race may be back on 2011 IndyCar schedule

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According to an article published in the Edmonton Journal, the Edmonton race could return on the 2011 IndyCar series' schedule. Full story...
Nov
23rd

2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid First Impressions

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The next instalment in my Audi Electrification adventure landed me in a Q5 Hybrid. We all know that compact crossovers are the "in" segment at the moment. Mix in luxury, and your vehicle is a sure-fire winner. Throw in "hybrid" and you're now dabbling in a backyard that has seen only one player for the last few years, the Lexus RX. Well-established and highly-regarded, the RX is no pushover and nor does Audi intend on aiming straight at it. Full story...
Nov
23rd

Audi announces the all-new RS 3 Sportback

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There's a newcomer to the RS family. Audi announced the introduction of its all-new RS 3 Sportback in a press release today. Full story...
Nov
23rd

NASCAR: Richard Petty Motorsports to continue in Sprint Cup in 2011 – Statement

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The ongoing drama of the survival of Richard Petty Motorsports has an optimistic note thanks to a short statement released in the seven-time NASCAR champion's name. Full story...
Nov
23rd

The Audi Quattro is coming back!

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According to Jalopnik, and to quote them, the Audi Quattro is a Go for production. We were in Paris last September where Audi unveiled the modern rendition of the historical high-performance classic that, for many, put Audi on the map. Full story...
Nov
23rd

F1: Pirelli wants to boost F1 ‘show’ but duck criticism

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Pirelli has confirmed it will try to contribute to the F1 'show' next year but warned it must also be seen as a competent tyre maker. Full story...
Nov
22nd

EPA rates Nissan Leaf at 99 mpg, reduces range estimate:

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Nissan's electric Leaf sedan will display a fuel economy rating of 99 mpg when it goes on sale next month, even though the car uses no and#8220;gallonsand#8221; and, indeed, no fuel in the traditional sense. Full story...
Nov
22nd

EPA rates the Nissan Leaf at 99 mpg and reduces range estimate:

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Nissan's electric Leaf sedan will display a fuel economy rating of 99 mpg when it goes on sale next month, even though the car uses no and#8220;gallonsand#8221; and, indeed, no fuel in the traditional sense. Full story...
Nov
22nd

BMW, Mercedes to shorten Christmas breaks as sales rebound

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BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the world's two largest makers of luxury autos, will shorten Christmas breaks at their factories because of surging demand for new models. Full story...
Nov
22nd

BMW, Mercedes to shorten Christmas breaks as sales rebound

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BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the world's two largest makers of luxury autos, will shorten Christmas breaks at their factories because of surging demand for new models. Full story...
Nov
22nd

Next Beetle, an Oprah favorite, headed to audience members’ garages

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There are no official images of it yet but the new Volkswagen Beetle has already been sanctified by one of the most influential marketers on the planet - Oprah Winfrey. Full story...
Nov
22nd

Motorsports news and a preview of Jaguar and McLaren features, in the daily video for Nov. 22:

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Jimmie Johnson is the king of NASCAR--again, along with motorsports news from NHRA and Baja, and we look ahead to videos of the Jaguar XJL, McLaren MP4-12C, Ram 1500 Outdoorsman pickup truck and a special NASCAR feature. Full story...
Nov
22nd

2012 Volkswagen Beetle guest stars on and#8216;Oprah’:

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Volkswagen used the and#8220;Oprah Winfrey Showand#8221; to tease the 2012 Beetle, which arrives in showrooms next fall. Full story...
Nov
22nd

EPA tags Nissan Leaf at 99 mpg, cuts range estimate

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Nissan's electric Leaf sedan will display a fuel economy rating of 99 mpg when it goes on sale next month, even though the car uses no 'gallons' and, indeed, no fuel in the traditional sense. The U.S. Full story...
Nov
22nd

Honda Accord hybrid unintended acceleration claim under review:

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary investigation into whether some Honda hybrid vehicles are prone to unintended acceleration. Full story...
Nov
22nd

Honda Accord hybrid unintended-acceleration claim under review:

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary investigation into whether some Honda hybrid vehicles are prone to unintended acceleration. Full story...
Nov
22nd

Electric car maker Coda signs distribution deal with Hertz

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Coda Automotive, after disclosing last week that it would delay the introduction of its all-electric sedan until the second half of 2011, signed an agreement to provide the EV at Hertz locations in Southern California starting next year. Full story...
Nov
22nd

First Look: 2011 Audi RS 3 Sportback

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First Look: 2011 Audi RS 3 Sportback
2011 Audi RS 3 Sportback first look - Automobile Magazine
Faster five door: New RS model gets TT-RS turbo.

As good as Audi's TT-RS is, the small coupe just isn't practical as a daily driver for most people. A hot hatch would be better for hauling people and their associated cargo, but at the moment, Audi only offers its A3 and S3 with turbocharged four-cylinders. A higher spec RS 3 has been long desired by enthusiasts and has only been a fantasy -- until now.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Audi RS 3 Sportback first look - Automobile Magazine


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Nov
22nd

Saab offers free iPad with pre-order of the 9-4X:

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Beginning in mid-January, the first 500 people to place an order for the Saab 9-4X can also receive an Apple iPad--they just have to put down $500 on top of their dealer's pre-order deposit. Full story...
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