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May
13th

US: Saab lowering break-even point

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Newly reorganised Saab is steadily reducing its break-even point and has more than enough cash to survive as it begins to rebuild sales, its chief executive officer has said. Full story...
May
13th

SOUTH KOREA: Ssangyong reduces losses in Q1

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Ssangyong Motor, which is under bankruptcy protection, has said that it has narrowed a net loss in the first quarter of this year, helped by rising sales. Full story...
May
13th

A Baby Cobra with a serious bite

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This AC Cobra replica hides a very special secret.
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May
13th

JAPAN: Ghosn sees EVs competitive at 500k a year

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Nissan Motor president Carlos Ghosn thinks his company's electric vehicles can survive and be competitive even after the expiry of government incentives for fuel-efficient cars this year if the company reaches an annual production and sales target of 500,000 units. Full story...
May
13th

ANALYSIS: European vehicle production to hit pre-recession highs by 2014

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Forecasters are predicting a more positive outlook than first expected for European automotive production during the next four years, with a strong indication that output will return to the pre-recession highs of 2007 by 2014. Full story...
May
13th

INDIA: M&M to re-launch Logan

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After ending ties with Renault, utility vehicle major Mahindra & Mahindra is set to re-promote the Logan, a car designed for emerging markets, in a bid to revive the car's dismal fortunes. Full story...
May
13th

US: Financier hints may rival GM unit

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Ally Financial, the lender once known as GMAC, has said it is "committed" to supporting the auto industry, signaling an independent stance should former owner General Motors might get back into vehicle lending. Full story...
May
13th

Insurance-comparison site study finds Baltimore drivers have most accidents:

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Which city is the most dangerous to drive in? Believe it or not, it might Baltimore. Yes, Baltimore. Full story...
May
13th

RUSSIA: Russian car market swings to growth

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After a long period of decline that began with the international financial crisis of late 2008, Russia's light vehicle market notched up 20% year-on-year growth in April. Full story...
May
13th

2010 Ford Fusion Sport, an AW Drivers Log:

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COPY EDITOR CYNTHIA L. OROSCO: This Fusion is a sporty ride and doesnand#8217;t feel at all like a family sedan. Sure, itand#8217;s a four-door and the trunk is big, but the Fusion doesnand#8217;t feel like a boat. Full story...
May
13th

Mulally says Ford profit revival will pick up speed in 2011

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Ford Motor Co. CEO Alan Mulally, who ended three years of losses in 2009 as rivals slid into bankruptcy, said the automaker's earnings next year will improve on 'solid' profit in 2010. Full story...
May
13th

GM’s image boosted by controversial ads on repaying U.S. loans

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General Motors Co. sparked Republican criticism and a regulatory complaint by saying in commercials it had repaid U.S. loans. The ads did succeed in repairing the automaker's image with some consumers. Full story...
May
13th

MEXICO: Auto output, exports, surge in April

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Mexico's industrial output rose in March at its fastest annual rate in almost four years while auto exports surged in April, showing growth is accelerating in Latin America's second largest economy. Full story...
May
13th

US: GM sees 20% May market share

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General Motors thinks its US market share could rise to 20% in May, boosted by increased supply of top selling models, more advertising and attractive credit offers from its financing partner, the chief of its North American operations has said. Full story...
May
13th

2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI

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2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI
2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI - Volkswagen Sports Hatchback Review - Automobile Magazine
The Golf TDI combines two of the best automotive niches: hatchbacks and diesels.

Wow, this clutch is vastly superior to our departed Four Seasons Jetta TDI's. There's good feel, although I could do without the pulsating sensation that comes through the pedal all the time, and it's easy to take off smoothly, which was never the case with our Jetta.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI - Volkswagen Sports Hatchback Review - Automobile Magazine


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May
13th

2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI

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2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI
2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI - Volkswagen Sports Hatchback Review - Automobile Magazine
The Golf TDI combines two of the best automotive niches: hatchbacks and diesels.

Wow, this clutch is vastly superior to our departed Four Seasons Jetta TDI's. There's good feel, although I could do without the pulsating sensation that comes through the pedal all the time, and it's easy to take off smoothly, which was never the case with our Jetta.inline_mediumwraptextright0029164864/reviews/editors_notebook/1005_2010_volkswagen_golf_tdi1005_06+2010_volkswagen_golf_tDI+side_view.jpgtrue


Photo Gallery: 2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI - Volkswagen Sports Hatchback Review - Automobile Magazine


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May
13th

SPAIN/GERMANY: VW gives Seat five years to turn around

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Volkswagen plans to boost its ailing Spanish unit by by expanding its model range and growing outside its domestic market in a move chief executive officer James Muir described as "the last attempt for Seat as a brand". Full story...
May
13th

JAPAN: Suzuki to launch Swift hybrid by year end

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Suzuki is to introduce a plug-in hybrid version of its popular Swift compact car using batteries supplied by Sanyo Elecrtric in the second half of this year. Full story...
May
13th

INDIA: Low cost base drives Indian auto industry

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As emerging markets take an increasing share of the global auto industry, India's auto business is continuing to attract new investment, though the industry there still needs to think carefully about how it can continue to grow, according to a paper produced by management consultants. Full story...
May
13th

GERMANY: Progress, but no recommendation yet on aid for Opel

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Opel is still uncertain on whether it will receive any financial aid from the German state following yesterday's government committee meeting on the issue. Full story...
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