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Jun
22nd

GM recalls 413,418 Chevrolet Cruze models to modify engine shield, prevent fires

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General Motors is recalling all Chevrolet Cruzes sold in the United States for a fix aimed at preventing engine-compartment fires.
Jun
22nd

2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI – Two pedals

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2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI - Two pedals
2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI - Four Seasons Update - June 2012 - Automobile Magazine
Why we went DSG.

Bucking our recent trend of ordering possible every test car with a manual gearbox, we opted to equip our Four Seasons Volkswagen Passat TDI with the automaker's six-speed dual-clutch automatic. Why? For starters, we aren't enamored with the clutch in TDI cars equipped with manual gearboxes, particularly the one in our Four Seasons 2009 Jetta TDI.


Photo Gallery: 2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI - Four Seasons Update - June 2012 - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: 2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI - Four Seasons Update - June 2012 - Automobile Magazine


Jun
22nd

First Drive: 2013 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse

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First Drive: 2013 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse
First Drive: 2013 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse - Automobile Magazine
The ultimate roadster.

"Run the 1,000 hp Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport at top speed and it will empty its 26.4-gallon fuel tank in 12 minutes. The Vitesse, with its extra 200 hp, will do it in 10.3, which is lucky actually because Michelin won't guarantee the tires to run above 250 mph for more than 15 minutes." Bugatti's chief vehicle engineer, Jens Schulenburg, can't help but chuckle as he tells us about his latest project, and who can blame him when the Vitesse's spec sheet is littered with such ridiculous numbers.


Photo Gallery: First Drive: 2013 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: First Drive: 2013 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse - Automobile Magazine


Jun
22nd

AN EUROPE 2012: Opel to address "capacity challenge" imminently

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Opel is hinting at some of the possibly drastic measures to come in its rehabilitation plan due to be unveiled later this month as the automaker looks to halt its downward performance.
Jun
22nd

AN EUROPE 2012: Vauxhall to request UK for Regional Growth Fund finance

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Vauxhall says it will look to tap into UK grants after securing the lead share in the next generation Astra work for its Ellesmere Port plant in North West England.
Jun
22nd

GM recalls 413,418 Chevy Cruzes in U.S. to modify engine shield, prevent fires

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GM is recalling all Chevrolet Cruzes sold in the United States for a repair aimed at preventing engine-compartment fires.
Jun
22nd

AN EUROPE 2012: Renault backs market support to boost sales

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Renault is hinting it could back further stimulus along the lines of Europe's successful scrapage scheme, although stopped short of formally requesting such direct help.
Jun
22nd

AN EUROPE 2012: Unleashed Volvo bangs independance drum under Geely

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Volvo says it has confounded the critics following its take-over by Chinese operation, Geely, many of whom believed the deal would see the Swedish automaker weakened as a result.
Jun
22nd

Let Chevrolet teach you to drive a stick

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Chevrolet is celebrating last year's surprising rise in U.S.
Jun
22nd

Mercedes claims world record with golf ball catch in car

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If this video wasn't made for the viral Web, we don't know what is.
Jun
22nd

Mitsubishi Colt successor

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Mitsubishi confirms it will be producing a five-door replacement for the Colt, with a focus on space and efficiency


Jun
22nd

U.S. regulators open safety probe into Chrysler 200, Ford Explorer

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U.S. safety regulators opened two separate safety investigations into Chrysler Group's 200 sedan due to complaints of engine stalling and Ford Motor Co.'s Explorer SUV for steering problems.
Jun
22nd

US: Analyst cuts vehicle sales forecast

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Citi Investment Research & Analysis has cut its forecast for US market new vehicle sales as it expects demand to slow.
Jun
22nd

RUSSIA: Major expansion for GM’s St Petersburg plant

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General Motors broke ground earlier on 22 June for the expansion of GM Auto, its wholly owned manufacturing facility in St Petersburg. Upon completion in 2015, capacity at the plant will more than double to 230,000 vehicles a year from the current 98,000.
Jun
22nd

MALAYSIA: Chery to set up production hub for RHD markets push

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Chery Auto is to establish an assembly plant in Malaysia. The production hub will also be used for exports to other right-hand drive countries.
Jun
22nd

ALGERIA: Minister spills beans on future Renault plant

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Algeria's Industry minister has told the local media that negotiations between the government and Renault over a car plant will be finalised in August.
Jun
22nd

US: Ford to introduce three-cylinder EcoBoost engine

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Ford of Europe is to export the 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine to the US in 2013, the company has announced. The direct injection turbocharged unit features in several European models, including the Focus.
Jun
22nd

GM seeks to offset Europe losses with Russian growth

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General Motors, facing continued losses in western Europe, broke ground on the expansion of its factory in St. Petersburg, Russia, that will more than double annual production capacity from the current 98,000 vehicles to 230,000 vehicles by 2015.
Jun
22nd

GM seeks to offset Europe losses with Russian growth

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GM, facing continued losses in western Europe, broke ground today on the expansion of its factory in St. Petersburg, Russia, that will more than double annual production capacity from the current 98,000 vehicles to 230,000 vehicles by 2015.
Jun
22nd

VW, Porsche forge deeper production ties despite stalled merger

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Facing a drawn out battle to complete their long-planned integration, Volkswagen and Porsche will forge ahead with tighter manufacturing links that could deliver hundreds of millions of euros in annual savings.
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