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The holdup on Nico Hulkenberg's contract extension for 2011 is because Williams wants him to commit for a very long time, according to a German report. Full story...

The straightening bench doesn't lie. Its judgment carries a great deal of weight. The original Porsche bench, a massive steel framework that was developed in the 1960s for aligning the body of the 911 (F model), still reveals every millimetre of deviation from the vehicle's original form. And what the specialists suspected when they initially inspected the vehicle was confirmed: The 1973 911 T had suffered accident damage to the front left side - probably a souvenir from its long gone motor sport days. Full story...

Lexus marks its return to the 2010 SEMA Show with another impressive selection of exciting custom build cars following its official debut at the 2007 show. Full story...

DEARBORN,MI - Sleek, streamlined and slightly sinister, a specialized stealth concept version of Ford's Police Interceptor will debut at the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) trade show in Las Vegas.  Full story...

We all know how expensive the famed Bugatti Veyron is. We all know that one needs to pony up well over a million and a half bucks to call convertible Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport yours but did you know that if you live in India, you'll have to spend more than twice that amount? Full story...

According to a report published by some Finnish medias, Renault F1 team's director and drivers' manager Flavio Briatore twice blocked Heikki Kovalainen's formula one race debut. Full story...

Frenchman Alexandre Prémat luckily escaped injuries when his Audi A4 DTM rolled several times at the end of the opening lap of the DTM race held in Adria, Italy on Sunday. Full story...

Whether you're looking for the perfect gift for the Mustang lover in your life or just want to show your pride for the Ford vehicle you drive, a new online store launched by Ford Motor Company on eBay Motors will provide enthusiasts around the world with access to the items they want in one convenient place. Full story...

LAS VEGAS, NV - At this week's annual SEMA Show, Chevrolet will showcase how new designs, technologies and accessories can inspire aftermarket customizers to elevate the driving, visual and environmental appeal of the brand's new products. Full story...

Having been kept secret in Peugeot Sport's factory in Vélizy, near Paris, the team's new endurance challenger - known under the codename 90X - has been out for its first track test last week on the Monza Autodrome in Italy. Full story...

As General Motors' only major U.S.-listed rival, Ford Motor Co. is the company investors and bankers are turning to as they debate the largest U.S. automaker's theoretical value ahead of the high stakes IPO scheduled for soon after next week's U.S. Full story...

The Obama administration and General Motors executives say the White House has stayed good to its pledge to refrain from meddling in the day-to-day management of this 102-year-old industrial enterprise with 600,000 American workers and retirees and... Full story...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. -- Hyundai is collaborating with Mummbles Marketing to customize its newest flagship luxury sedan, Equus, for SEMA 2010.  The VIP themed "Elegant Equus" from Mummbles Marketing will feature a 450 horsepower, high performance engine and advanced technologies as it aims to be the envy of every high-power executive.   Full story...

The Chevrolet Malibu is on its last kilometres. One of the top five best-selling mid-size sedans in Canada in 2009, alongside the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, it will soon be making way for its successor. Full story...

Timo Scheider (Audi) won the penultimate round of the DTM championship presented in Adria, Italy. Bruno Spengler (Mercedes) took third place, and took the championship lead back before the final round in Shanghai. Full story...

Jim Hunter, NASCAR vice president of corporate communications, whose career that spanned more than 40 years, lost a year long battle with cancer at age 71. Full story...

The Grand-Am series will present a five episode docu-drama in November, offering fans a behind-the-scene look at the most popular events, including the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Full story...

After getting involved in road safety campaigns in Germany and the UK, the Williams F1 Team will be trying to make a difference in Qatar where speeding is responsible for more death than all other causes. Full story...

Until recently it was unusual for Juan Pablo Montoya to be considered as a pole contender. That has changed this year. Full story...

Sir Frank Williams sounds unlikely to oust German rookie Nico Hulkenberg for the 2011 season. Full story...