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Jul
22nd

Renault in Russia seen increasing share as No. 1 foreign carmaker

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Renault, which this week outlined plans to boost its Russian supplier network and produce engines with local partner AvtoVAZ, has grabbed a lead in the fast-growing market that Volkswagen and Ford may struggle to follow.
Jul
22nd

2012 Lexus GS 350 prototype, an AutoWeek Flash Drive Car Review :

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What Is It? No, it is not the all-landau-bodied GS. That is camouflage to keep prying eyes away from discovering the truth about Lexus' attempt to get some sales out of its flagging
Jul
22nd

2012 Lexus GS 350 prototype, an AutoWeek Flash Drive Car Review

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What Is It? No, it is not the all-landau-bodied GS. That is camouflage to keep prying eyes away from discovering the truth about Lexus' attempt to get some sales out of its flagging
Jul
22nd

Skoda tops owners’ survey

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Four Skodas make the top 10 of Which? Car’s 2011 survey


Jul
22nd

2010 Suzuki Kizashi SLS AWD – Four Seasons Wrap-Up

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2010 Suzuki Kizashi SLS AWD - Four Seasons Wrap-Up
2010 Suzuki Kizashi SLS AWD - Four Seasons Wrap-Up - Automobile Magazine
Cheering for the underdog.

The Suzuki Kizashi, a smallish mid-size sedan from an automaker most Americans are barely aware of, is the very definition of an underdog. We nearly laughed out loud a year and a half ago when Suzuki reps spoke of the Kizashi as an Automobile of the Year contender. It turns out Suzuki had the last laugh. The Kizashi, although it did not earn an award at our annual All-Stars test, was easily the biggest surprise of the group for its impressive refinement and stunningly good driving dynamics. "The Kizashi was by far the best-handling front-wheel-drive car in the test, excepting the Volkswagen GTI," proclaimed West Coast editor Jason Cammisa. We were intrigued enough that we decided to spend an entire year with a Kizashi to see if it really has what it takes to compete day in and day out with the big dogs in its segment.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Suzuki Kizashi SLS AWD - Four Seasons Wrap-Up - Automobile Magazine


Jul
22nd

2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is

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2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is
2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine
Little more than a big engine strapped inside a tiny body.

I can muster no complaints about this turbocharged in-line six-cylinder engine and its seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. We've all driven various BMWs with this powertrain, and I'm always particularly struck by the transmission's performance. Crisp, fast, upshifts and explosive acceleration are yours with a simple mash of the accelerator pedal.


Photo Gallery: 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine


Jul
22nd

Chrysler set to outshine Fiat as weak Europe weighs

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Strong U.S. sales for Chrysler and growth in Brazil will help offset a weak European car market for Fiat SpA, which is tightening its grip on the U.S. automaker.
Jul
22nd

Chrysler and Fiat results to be combined next week

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Strong U.S. sales for Chrysler and growth in Brazil will help offset a weak European car market for Fiat S.p.A., which is tightening its grip on the U.S. automaker.
Jul
22nd

VW recruits Renault exec to head design at Seat

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Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, who is currently design director at Renault Samsung Motors, will become design chief at Seat. He succeeds Luc Donckerwolke.
Jul
22nd

US: Treasury exits investment in Chrysler Group

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America's Department of the Treasury says it has received US$560m million in proceeds from the sale of its remaining stake in Chrysler Group to Fiat today (22 July).
Jul
22nd

JAPAN: Denso quiet on potential whistle-blowing to Fair Trade Commission

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Denso is remaining tight-lipped concerning reports it could have voluntarily given information about alleged price-fixing for components in Japan.
Jul
22nd

RUSSIA: Nissan to launch low-cost model in 2012

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A low-cost Nissan sharing platform with Renault's Logan will enter production in Russia next year
Jul
22nd

MINI Paceman leaked

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Patent office springs a leak with these pictures of new three-door SUV coupe


Jul
22nd

THE WEEK THAT WAS: New EV technology, new plants

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We took a look at electric vehicle range extender technology this week - GM may be first with the Volt/Ampera but a lot of other beady eyes are also on the segment.
Jul
22nd

Saab settles creditor court claim, but financial troubles continue

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Saab appeared to have fended off a demand for one of its units to be declared bankrupt when it reached a settlement with a supplier on Friday. But the supplier's action underscored Saab's precarious situation.
Jul
22nd

Saab settles creditor court claim, but financial troubles continue

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Ailing Swedish carmaker Saab today appeared to have fended off a demand for one of its units to be declared bankrupt when it reached a settlement with a supplier. But the supplier's action underscored Saab's precarious situation.
Jul
22nd

INDIA: Tata Motors eyes overseas expansion

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Tata Motors is eyeing overseas expansion and is is considering establishing manufacturing facilities.
Jul
22nd

THAILAND: Nissan to relocate regional HQ

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Nissan is to relocate its regional headquarters from Singapore to Thailand as part of a reorganisation of its operations in south east Asia.
Jul
22nd

SOUTH KOREA: Provost to head up Samsung Motors

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The Renault Group will appoint Francois Provost, the company's deputy managing director in Russia, to head its Samsung Motors unit in South Korea from 1 September.
Jul
22nd

SWEDEN: Haldex delivers strong results in Q2 and H1 2011

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Haldex has reported net sales of SEK1.98bn (US$309.8m) compared with SEK1.58bn for the first six months last year. Adjusted for exchange rate fluctuations, sales increased 19% compared with the same period prior year.
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