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Dec
14th

Andros Trophy: Footage of Jacques Villeneuve driving the Skoda Fabia in Andorra

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Skoda France has produced this three-minute exciting video that recaps the action from the race of the Andros Trophy ice racing series held in Andorra. Full story...
Dec
14th

IndyCar: J.R. Hildebrand to Panther; Graham Rahal to Ganassi

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Following an impressive test with Panther Racing last week in Phoenix, young American J.R. Hildebrand will be confirmed as the official driver for the team in 2011 while Chip Ganassi has called a Thursday press conference to confirm Graham Rahal and Charlie Kimball on a new team. Full story...
Dec
14th

Win a MINI Cooper Countryman for one year

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MINI created a Facebook contest for its new Countryman crossover, and the winner will get to drive one for a year. To promote the contest, festive holiday elves were sent out in the cold to show people the Facebook page and encourage them to sign up. Full story...
Dec
14th

Mercedes-Benz Canada to offer national Winter Driving Academy in 2011

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Mercedes-Benz Canada today announced that it has further enhanced its highly successful national Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy for 2011 by adding all-new, full-day Winter Driving Academy sessions that will begin in early January. In addition, the company is also pleased to add new cities and several dates to the already extensive pan-Canadian course roster planned for next year. Full story...
Dec
14th

GM begins shipping out first Chevrolet Volts

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The first 350 copies of the Chevrolet Volt for consumer sale just left the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant. Dealers in California, Texas, Washington, DC and New York City will take delivery within a few days. Full story...
Dec
13th

Mitsubishi, UAW discuss contract revisions for Ill. plant

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Mitsubishi Motors North America is working to revise a collective bargaining agreement with UAW-represented workers that could potentially bring a new product to the automaker's sole U.S. assembly plant. Full story...
Dec
13th

GM aims to reuse half of its manufacturing waste

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General Motors Co. says that more than half the waste generated at its 145 plants worldwide is now 'landfill free,' meaning the waste gets reused, recycled or converted into energy. Full story...
Dec
13th

Government’s Plug-In Car Grant

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First vehicles eligible for Plug-In Car Grant and details of charging network announced.


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Dec
13th

Honda to check 2011 Accords, CR-Vs for oil leaks

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Honda Motor Co. will notify about 1,200 owners of 2011 model year Accords and CR-Vs of possible engine oil leaks due to a manufacturing problem, a company spokeswoman said on Monday. Full story...
Dec
13th

McCurdy to step down as head of Alliance auto lobby

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Dave McCurdy, who as head of the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers helped reach an historic agreement to tighten U.S. fuel-economy standards, is leaving the lobbying group. Full story...
Dec
13th

Ford reports 11% sales decline in main European markets

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Ford said vehicle sales in its primary European markets fell 11 percent in November from a year earlier as the overall market contracted and competitors maintained 'heavy' discounts. Full story...
Dec
13th

New group aims to advance acceptance of EVs in California

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A group of auto executives, California state legislators, public utility officials and other interested parties have formed a coalition to smooth the introduction of electric vehicles in the state. Full story...
Dec
13th

Toyota returns to top in Kelley consideration study

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Toyota is once again the most considered auto brand among new-car shoppers, according to a new Kelley Blue Book study. Full story...
Dec
13th

Toyota will recall 94,000 Siennas to replace brake light part

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Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. said today that it will recall about 94,000 units of the 2011 Sienna produced before early November, to replace the switch bracket that engages the minivan's brake light. Full story...
Dec
13th

First Look: 2011 Jeep Compass

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First Look: 2011 Jeep Compass
2011 Jeep Compass First Look - Automobile Magazine
Jeep's refreshed compact SUV follows a familiar formula.

A few years ago, Jeep wanted to open the brand up to a wider audience, leading to the introduction of the Compass. Although the small SUV never really captured the hearts or wallets of the general public, it’s getting some updates for 2011 that should help it establish some credibility among Jeep aficionados.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Jeep Compass First Look - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: 2011 Jeep Compass First Look - Automobile Magazine


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Dec
13th

Detroit auto show: Honda reveals sketch of 2012 Civic:

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Honda released a sketch of the next-generation Honda Civic on Monday. Full story...
Dec
13th

Detroit auto show: Honda reveals sketch of the 2012 Civic:

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Honda released a sketch of the next-generation Honda Civic on Monday. Full story...
Dec
13th

GM offers buyout package to skilled trades workers

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General Motors Co. is offering skilled trades workers at 13 select plants $60,000 to retire or leave the company, UAW and GM officials said today. Full story...
Dec
13th

Cadillac goes racing, and a look at the 2011 Infiniti QX56, an AW Daily Video for Dec. 13 :

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Cadillac returns to SCCA racing with the CTS-V, U.S. sales are trending up, and we add the 2011 Infiniti QX56 to our long-term fleet. Full story...
Dec
13th

Ford starts big push on redesigned Explorer, touting fuel economy and capability:

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Ford Motor Co. will emphasize fuel economy, off-road and towing capability and a smoother ride when it launches TV and print advertising for the redesigned 2011 Explorer next month. Full story...
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