When VW first launched the 3rd-generation Passat in North America for the 1990 model year, replacing the unknown Quantum, it was a spacious and interesting offering within the mid-size sedan segment, despite the fact that it looked like a brick. Square headlights, square taillights, square shape. If it's hip to be square, the Mk3 Passat definitely was.
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Remember last week when we reported that when Danica Patrick's car was "stolen" from the Indianapolis Speedway garages, we mentioned that it looked more like a marketing coup? It was the case. Danica Patrick has traded in the black and blue No. 7 car for an eye-catching black and orange model.
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(Richmond Hill, ON) : Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the world's first market application of single-nanocatalyst technology in automobile catalytic converters. This highly durable new catalyst significantly reduces the amount of precious metals used and effectively purifies vehicle exhaust gases.
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At the New York Auto Show, Chrysler president Jim Press drove up behind the wheel of a Fiat 500. Chrysler has since formed an alliance with Fiat. But who exactly is this "saviour" who'se trying to prevent the extinction of the last of the ex-Big Three of the auto world?
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The Times British newspaper has reported that amid all the doubts about the future of the British grand prix, a formula one race in the country is a contractual requirement.
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Total Light Vehicle Sales in Canada for the Month of April.
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For Formula 1 teams struggling aerodynamically in 2009, the Circuit de Catalunya this weekend is unlikely to offer the right medicine.
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James Stewart (Yamaha), who only had to finish third in Saturday's finale in Las Vegas, has won the 2009 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, while local hero (And SX rookie) Ryan Villopoto (Kawasaki) took his second victory in the last three races.
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Despite starting fourth on the grid, Valentino Rossi took his first win of the 2009 season at Jerez, ahead of teammate Jorge Lorenzo who crashed in front of his Spanish fans and lost the championship lead.
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(SEOUL) May 4, 2009 - Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the 2010 Kia Soul urban passenger vehicle has been named 'Best Value' in the Writer's Choice Awards for the 2009 Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) Spring Challenge. One of only seven vehicles honored in this year's list, Soul was chosen for its smart combination of attractive pricing, long list of accessories and standard safety features.
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Oshawa, ON, May 4, 2009 -- General Motors of Canada on Thursday, April 30th signed a short-term loan agreement with Export Development Canada that will provide the company with further flexibility in managing its normal operational needs while it works to complete its business restructuring plans in Canada.
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Whitby, Ontario. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI Brands combined) sold 2,297 vehicles in April 2009, down 17% compared to April 2008. Year-to-date sales for BMW Group Canada are 6,621 units, down 9% compared to the same period last year. BMW Brand: The new 7 Series and X6 lead the way with sales increases.
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BOSTON, May 4 - Since these five steps reduce the compression ratio to 5 to 1 and enlarge the expansion ratio to 15 to 1 without a loss of torque, these fuel saving modifications are equally applicable to both newer and older design engines.
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Conquest Racing team has confirmed today that Canadian driver Alex Tagliani will be driving the No 34 Dallara-Honda in the next presentation of the Indianapolis 500 and although "Tag" is a seasoned driver, it will be his first ever experience on the famous oval.
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Team Ireland clinched the A1 Grand Prix Series' title after Adam Carroll's double win in the final rounds at Brands Hatch.
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Canadian race car driver Jacques Villeneuve will be involved in his very own racing driver school, it has been announced.
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Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has vowed to prevent the brawl between Max Mosley and Luca di Montezemolo turning into all-out war.
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More than just a garage, this place is a museum, a giant archive, an art gallery, a piece of auto history and, yes, a sanctuary. It's also the playroom of a grown-up fan who's passionate about fantastic 2- and 4-wheel toys.
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Wet and wild from the outset, Sunday's Verizon Wireless 250 was a water-marked battle at New Jersey Motorsports Park, won in a stunning upset by Ricardo Zonta and Nic Jonsson in the No. 76 Ford Lola.
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Fiat Group could combine its automobile business into a new company that would also include its new stake in Chrysler LLC and General Motors' European operations.
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