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Oct
5th

Nissan plans Leaf EV with budget trim level to spur sales

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Nissan, looking to bolster tumbling sales of its Leaf electric car, will roll out a budget variant next year in a bid for a more-affordable sticker.
Oct
5th

2014 Mazda 6 sedan drive review: Euro-spec Mazda 6 sedan ready to compete in U.S. market, but diesel model could be a knockout

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Mazda is riding a wave of success thanks to its entertaining CX-5 crossover. The brand's U.S.
Oct
5th

SWEDEN: Muller wanted to drop Saab Griffin logo before Scania objections

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Former Saab and current Spyker, CEO, Victor Muller, says he wanted to end the association with the Swedish automaker and its Griffin logo long before current owner, National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS) was forced to drop the iconic symbol.
Oct
5th

ITALY: Fiat ready to buy Opel – paper

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Fiat chief executive Sergio Marchionne is ready to buy General Motors' European Opel/Vauxhall subsidiary if GM's alliance with Peugeot, Italian daily Il Sole-24 Ore reported, without citing sources.
Oct
5th

UK: Union blames 2008 takeover as sealing specialist goes bust

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Hundreds of workers at Schlegel Automotive Europe in Coalville, Leicestershire, were left devastated by an announcement on 4 October, that the company had gone into administration, key UK auto workers union Unite said.
Oct
5th

FRANCE: Renault to split Clio output between France and Turkey

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Renault said on Friday its redesigned Clio, including the new wagon version revealed at the Paris show, would be manufactured simultaneously at the Flins plant (France) and Bursa (Turkey).
Oct
5th

Watchdog: Shock cost of built-in sat-nav updates

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Watchdog: Shock cost of built-in sat-nav updates
News 10 Oct, 2012

Keeping your sat-nav up-to-date could cost £100s every year

Oct
5th

"Old continent in trouble" but Kia Europe bucks trend with robust numbers

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Kia Motors Europe says its goal remains on course to sell half a million units, but is declining to put a precise date on when this will be achieved.
Oct
5th

SPAIN: "Old continent in trouble" but Kia Europe bucks trend with robust numbers

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Kia Motors Europe says its goal remains on course to sell half a million units, but is declining to put a precise date on when this will be achieved.
Oct
5th

Top Marques Macau set for May

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The second annual Top Marques Macau will take place May 16-19, 2013. The show was previously scheduled for November of this year.
Oct
5th

Redone Mazda6 gets sporty stance

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A top Mazda program manager says the automaker tried to imbue the 2014 Mazda6 with sporty character to compete in a mid-sized sedan segment known for value and practicality.
Oct
5th

2012 Infiniti FX50 review notes: Oddball looks backed by plenty of power

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DIGITAL EDITOR ANDREW STOY: I've driven a lot of cars in my life, but the 2012 Infiniti FX50 is the first one that's ever warned me about a tornado.
Oct
5th

First Drive: 2014 Mazda6

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First Drive: 2014 Mazda6
2014 Mazda6 - First Drive - Automobile Magazine
Wallflower no more?

Competing against sales giants like the Toyota Camry, the Honda Accord, and the Nissan Altima, the Mazda 6 has long been overshadowed in the midsize sedan market. Although a competent contender, Mazda's entry has been hampered by a generic name, anonymous styling, and mediocre fuel economy. The name hasn't changed, but the all-new 2014 Mazda6 does have a new look, improved fuel economy, and a more engaging driving experience, which should help it emerge from the shadows.


Photo Gallery: 2014 Mazda6 - First Drive - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: 2014 Mazda6 - First Drive - Automobile Magazine


Oct
5th

THE WEEK THAT WAS: Honda plays Jazz musical plants

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It was intriguing to learn of Honda playing musical plants with the European market Jazz [Fit for some of you] yet again.
Oct
5th

SOUTH AFRICA: Toyota strike ends

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The strike at Toyota's Durban plant has ended after management and workers agreed on a 5.7% pay rise, according to the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa.
Oct
5th

The car-condo called Woodward Warehouse

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You've noticed the trend: Man caves called and#8220;car condosand#8221; have sprung up all around the country in various guisesand#8212;from utilitarian workshops to decorator meccas.
Oct
5th

Ford promotes German engineer Schamel to global role

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Ford is strengthening Europe's role in the company's engine development with the appointment of Andreas Schamel as its first European-based director of global powertrain, research and advanced engineering.
Oct
5th

Bloodhound rocket tested

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Bloodhound rocket tested
News 5 Oct, 2012

The Bloodhound SSC edges closer to its 1,000mph target, after successfully completing its first test

Oct
5th

GERMANY: Mercedes-Benz posts September, Q3, sales records

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Mercedes-Benz has achieved a new sales record, both for the month of September and for the third quarter. The 123,358 units delivered during the month topped the September 2011 record by 2.0%. In total, the company sold 312,001 units in the third quarter (+1.1%). At 964,926 vehicles (+5%) delivered, sales of the brand were likewise at a new record high for the year to date.
Oct
5th

US: Dodge Dart Aero claims up to 41 mpg with 1.4-litre turbo engine

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Dodge has introduced the most fuel-efficient version of its new Dart sedan, the replacement for the Caliber hatchback launched earlier this year. Priced from US$19,295, the Aero has Chrysler parent Fiat's 1.4-litre 'MultiAir' intercooled turbo engine combined with several aerodynamic enhancements, including lightweight aluminum chassis components, active grille shutters, underbody aero kit, a lowered profile and low-rolling resistance tyres.
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