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After teaming up with KV Racing Technology for the IZOD IndyCar Series' 2010 season, Lotus Motorsport has announced that it will expand its collaboration with the team next year. Full story...

On the occasion of the Paris Motor Show, Porsche will celebrate the world premiere of the 911 Carrera GTS (Coupé and Cabriolet) and the 911 Speedster. Furthermore, on October 1,Matthias Müller will take over from Michael Macht as the new Chairman of the Board of Management of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Full story...

The 2010 Paris Motor Show is Chevrolet's biggest European show yet, with no less than four world premieres. Full story...

Williams' technical director Sam Michael has scoffed at Red Bull's claim that the Renault engines in the rear of the championship-leading RB6 are significantly down on power. Full story...

Stuttgart. Breath-taking icy landscapes, ice-covered mountains, frozen lakes and all kinds of sports cars: This winter the Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a wide range of opportunities to test Porsche vehicles in extreme conditions. From January to March 2011, motor sports fans can register for diverse winter driving courses at the Porsche Sport Driving School and the Porsche Travel Club. Full story...

LAS VEGAS - The production model is yet to be released, but the promise of the Chevrolet Camaro Convertible raised $205,000 for a local Nevada charity at last weekend's Barrett-Jackson Auction. Full story...

Paris - Range Rover has today unveiled four pop-up temporary street installations at key Parisian landmarks. The brand has worked with leading contemporary Parisian artists to create artworks which have been inspired by the new Range Rover Evoque and the city of Paris. Full story...

F1 team Lotus Racing is taking a naming dispute with Malaysian carmaker Proton to London's High Court. Full story...

Race organisers hit back amid widespread reports the inaugural Korean grand prix was in real danger of being called off. Full story...

A major topic of conversation during a team bosses meeting in Singapore was the so-called Resource Restriction Agreement. Full story...

Although BMW has not confirmed its involvment in DTM in 2012, the german brand has announced that the work on a DTM car has already begun. Full story...

Life is short, too short. Some of us realize this fact and act upon it. Some may choose to live a cozy life unburdened by material possessions while others, perhaps those that have a few more $$ in their accounts, may choose to live it up and amass large quantities of goods. Like most, I tend to collect articles that bring me a tangible level of joy. This joy complements what is nearest and dearest to me; my family including my wife and cats, Molly and Jigg. Full story...

Saab and BMW AG have agreed on a deal that allows the Swedish carmaker to use engines made by BMW, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. Full story...

Saab and BMW AG have agreed on a deal that allows the Swedish carmaker to use engines made by BMW, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. Full story...

Volkswagen has agreed to pay maintenance costs under a proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit over sludge-damaged engines in 479,768 VW and Audi models. Full story...

A UAW-management détente at the Chevrolet Cruze assembly plant in Ohio has been restored following allegations that GM used outside workers to make factory repairs on the cars, union Local 1112 President Jim Graham said. Full story...

Hyundai will recall about 139,500 versions of the 2011 Sonata in the United States for steering issues that could cause a loss of turning capabilities, according to Bloomberg News. Full story...

Hyundai will recall about 139,500 versions of the 2011 Sonata in the United States for steering issues that could cause a loss of turning capabilities, according to Bloomberg News. Full story...

Chrysler Group fired 13 workers at a Detroit assembly plant after a local television station report showed some of them drinking on their lunch breaks. Two other workers were also suspended for a month without pay, the automaker said. Full story...

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group rejected Avis Budget Group's revised offer again saying it was not sure if Avis could close the deal, and urged its shareholders to vote for the lower Hertz Global Holdings offer. Full story...