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May
28th

UK: SMMT asks for R&D budget to be maintained ahead of review

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A UK representative automotive body has called for public investment totalling GBP20m (US$29.1m) as well as vocal backing to be maintained for the industry ahead of the impending spending review. Full story...
May
28th

INDIA: GM pulls plug on Reva EV tie-up

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General Motors India has decided to sever its ties with electric car company Reva following Reva's acquisition by Mahindra & Mahindra earlier this week. Full story...
May
28th

2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost

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2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost
2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost - Editors' Notebook Review - Automobile Magazine
Forced induction makes the Flex even better.

I was on the Ford Flex EcoBoost launch in Boulder, Colorado where we got to steer these crossovers around mountain bends. The low ride height gives the Flex a serious handling advantage over the other crossovers in this class. The turbocharged Flex offers some serious grip and power. Of course, this is still a big, heavy crossover riding on relatively soft springs, so it does lean in turns.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost - Editors' Notebook Review - Automobile Magazine


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May
28th

Ford Fusion, Mercedes-Benz ML, Lexus RX – Powertrain Comparison

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Ford Fusion, Mercedes-Benz ML, Lexus RX - Powertrain Comparison
2010 Ford Fusion, 2010 Mercedes Benz ML Class, 2010 Lexus RX - Powertrain Comparison - Automobile Magazine
Help or Hype: Will Advanced Powertrains Pay Off for You?

Over the past few years, hybrid and diesel powertrains have become available in many different cars. Usually, they're version is more expensive than the standard, gasoline engine. We wondered, do you actually recoup their extra cost, and if so, how long does it take?


Photo Gallery: 2010 Ford Fusion, 2010 Mercedes Benz ML Class, 2010 Lexus RX - Powertrain Comparison - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: 2010 Ford Fusion, 2010 Mercedes Benz ML Class, 2010 Lexus RX - Powertrain Comparison - Automobile Magazine


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May
28th

Wraps off all-new C4!

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More grown-up look for Citroen hatchback, Paris debut before going on sale next year
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May
28th

UK: SMMT highlights political partnership as growth driver

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Government support of the UK Automotive Council will be key to reshaping the industry as it emerges from recession, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has said. Full story...
May
28th

Gordon Murray’s T.27 City Car full specs

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Specification and performance targets revealed for 'world's most efficient electric vehicle'.


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May
28th

GERMANY: VW shuffles top jobs at Skoda and in China

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The new chairman of Skoda will be Winfried Vahland, 53, currently president and CEO of Volkswagen Group China. Full story...
May
28th

Electronics expert Neumann to head VW China operations

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Ex Continental CEO Karl-Thomas Neumann will be the new head of VW operations in China. Neumann replaces Winfried Vahland, who moves to head Skoda. Full story...
May
28th

Nissan Juke prices revealed

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The compact SUV/hatchback crossover starts from just £12,795.


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May
28th

Daimler to build Chinese engine plant as demand spurs carmaker to go local

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Daimler AG will build an engine factory in China as part of a $3.7 billion investment in the country as demand booms. The company plans to build the Chinese plant because it's cheaper to serve the local market from within the country. Full story...
May
28th

Mercedes to build new engine plant in China

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Daimler plans to build a new engine factory in 2013, a spokesman for the company said. CEO Dieter Zetsche told investors in Beijing that his Mercedes-Benz Cars plans to sell 300,000 vehicles in China by 2015. Full story...
May
28th

Chow Down! The Memorial Day menu courtesy of AutoWeek editors:

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Summer might not start until June 21, but cookout season begins on Memorial Day weekend. So scrub down your grill and stop by your local meat market: We have an AutoWeek-approved menu sure to fit the bill. Full story...
May
28th

Eight places to be this Memorial Day weekend, an AW list:

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Most people spend Memorial Day Weekend in the backyard, at a local beach or stuck in traffic. That's all well and good, but you, AutoWeek reader, are not most people. Full story...
May
28th

Avoid being bumper-to-bumper this Memorial Day weekend:

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Nothing burns gasoline better--or in more irritating fashion--than getting caught in stop-and-go traffic. Full story...
May
28th

The 10 Best Summer Vacation Cars, an AW List:

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Memorial Day is the first long weekend during which car fans can get out and hit the open road. Whether you want to take an and#8220;I just won the lotteryand#8221; trip or a and#8220;Let's just get outta hereand#8221; trip, AutoWeek has you covered. Full story...
May
28th

Traps, Apps and Digital Maps:

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Almost 10 percent of the country is traveling this weekend, and most will be going more than 50 miles. This makes Memorial Day the perfect time to get caught speeding. You may think more cars on the road equals more cover. Full story...
May
28th

Daimler raises Mercedes profit forecast for second time in six weeks

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Daimler raised its profit forecast for Mercedes for the second time in six weeks as the global recovery and China's booming market spur demand. Full story...
May
28th

Brilliance, BMW’s China partner, to post 2010 profit

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Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Ltd., the local partner of BMW AG and Toyota Motor Corp., expects to return to profit this year as demand for luxury cars accelerates, Chairman Wu Xiaoan said Full story...
May
28th

Spyker holds talks to build new version of 1950s Saab model

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Spyker Cars NV, Saab's owner, is in talks with automakers to share technology and a platform for a new car based on a 1950s Saab model, CEO Victor Muller said. Full story...
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