German truckmaker MAN has posted a wider than expected net loss of EUR258m (US$351m) for 2009 - due to a writedown on its stake in truckmaker Scania and fines after a bribery probe - on revenue down 20% to EUR12bn, although the group did book an operating profit of EUR504m, and warned growth was unlikely in 2010.
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Updated version of BMW's V8 3-series gets hardcore competition pack and stop-start function
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Suzuki has said it remains committed to the US market despite steep declines in sales and was confident a new vehicle launch would help it regain traction there.
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Bridgestone, Japan's largest tyre maker, has raised its annual profit estimate for 2009 by 25% to above market expectations, citing cost cuts.
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Nissan has announced the purchase process for its Leaf electric car in the United States. Prospective purchasers already can register on the automaker's website, with 50,000 signed up to date, and they'll get first priority when the "reservation process" begins in April, soon after the EV's price is announced.
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Tata Motors said its global vehicle sales for January nearly doubled to 85,714 units from a year earlier.
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Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is supporting the generation of renewable energy. The manufacturer of sporty premium vehicles is making a 40,000-square-meter area on the roof top of its central spare parts warehouse in Sachsenheim (Baden-Wuerttemberg) available to the firm Goldbeck Solar GmbH, Hirschberg an der Bergstrasse, in order to install and operate approximately 8,500 photovoltaic modules there.
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The "5 by Peugeot" concept car is another indication of the changing face of Peugeot and provides an insight into the Marque's future ambitions in the large luxury vehicle segment. Its pure and elegant lines blend with subtle technical detailing to create an overall effect of a timeless, exclusive and modern design.
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Sometimes I see a manufacturer's newest offering and I feel they went too far in trying to be original (so many concepts resemble space vehicles!) Other times, I am unimpressed by how unoriginal it is. I think it is a growing concern for many auto enthusiasts-- what else can they do without repeating themselves or being utterly ridiculous?
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In response to the horrific natural disaster that has crippled the nation of Haiti, Naomi Campbell together with Lotus Cars will be auctioning eight special edition "Naomi for Haiti" Lotus Evora sports cars, with the proceeds from the auction going to help the relief effort in Haiti.
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In the Spring of 2010 individuals will have the opportunity to participate in one of the most exciting franchises in the country...CODE ZEROTM. This program has been cited as a Thrill of a Lifetime by individuals of all ages.
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Hybrid Technology Development and Enhanced Product Appeal are the leading themes for Toyota's presentation at the Geneva motor show, represented by a range of concept and production models that will be making their first appearance in Europe.
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A redeeming investor for the embattled new Campos Formula 1 team is reportedly set to be announced on Tuesday.
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Video from Lotus F1 Racing showing the shakedown of the new Cosworth-powered Lotus T127 on Silverstone's short Stowe circuit layout.
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Is the defining qualifier a price-point? What about a horsepower level? Or perhaps, some vaguely-definable cool-factor sets the supercars apart from the mere performance cars in the world of the auto enthusiast.
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Lotus Racing unveiled its 2010 challenger, the Lotus Cosworth T127, at a glittering event in London's Royal Horticultural Hall.
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Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard tested an AMG Mercedes C-Class on the circuit of Monteblanco, Spain.
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Audi is the first carmaker to make a home for itself within the PlayStation Home platform. Known as Audi Space, it's a virtual world that architects and designers have given a futuristic look. It has a lot going for it, including the presentation to visitors of the Audi A1 on February 11. In addition, Audi e-tron stands at the ready for a test drive in a spectacular racing game. And the winners can lay claim to an exclusive Audi Apartment.
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Filled with emotions and new ideas - that is the signature feature of the concept cars from Swiss car visionary Frank M. Rinderknecht that have added colorful bright spots to the Geneva Motor Show for many years. Rinspeed boss Rinderknecht always has a surprise up his sleeve and this year is no different.
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An enhanced, limited edition Civic Type R featuring exclusive MUGEN equipment will go on sale through Honda dealers in the UK in April.
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