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MISSISSAUGA, ON,- With performance-inspired, aggressive and sleek styling, Kia Canada Inc. (KCI) today announced the specifications and pricing for the 2010 Forte Koup. Full story...

MISSISSAUGA, ON,- With performance-inspired, aggressive and sleek styling, Kia Canada Inc. (KCI) today announced the specifications and pricing for the 2010 Forte Koup. Full story...

The new Mercedes-Benz Citaro FuelCELL Hybrid city bus is celebrating its world premiere from June 7 to11 at the UITP World Congress and Mobility & City Transport Exhibition in Vienna. The fuel cell hybrid bus is the first vehicle in Daimler Buses' new generation of fuel cell buses. Full story...

The Nissan cube attracted a landslide of attention at the Auto Show circuit early this year before going on sale last month. When it comes to gawk for the buck, cube is off the scale. In fact, as affordable cars go, there's arguably nothing that can match it. Full story...

TORONTO, - Visitors to Niagara Falls will have another way to get there this summer - by GO Train. For the first time, GO Transit will run seasonal weekend and holiday train service to Niagara Region starting Saturday, June 27. Ontario Minister of Transportation Jim Bradley announced this special service at a news conference in Niagara Falls in May. Full story...

MISSISSAUGA, ON,- With performance-inspired, aggressive and sleek styling, Kia Canada Inc. (KCI) today announced the specifications and pricing for the 2010 Forte Koup. Full story...

According to Crash.net, Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta has denied reports that suggested he could become embroiled in the ongoing battle between the Formula One Teams Association (FOTA) and the FIA. Full story...

According to reports, Canadian Patrick Carpentier could be back with Michael Waltrip Racing for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 Sprint Cup race at Infineon Raceway later this month. Full story...

Launched in early 2009 exclusively with a 281-horsepower T6 engine, Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. today announced that the XC60 crossover would now also be offered with the company's 235-horsepower inline six cylinder engine currently available in the S80, V70, XC70 and XC90. The XC60 T6 will also be offered with a new R-Design package to heighten the visual appeal and handling of the vehicle. The move broadens the appeal of the company's newest product. Full story...

In the eyes of fans seeking an unpredictable sporting spectacle, the result of Sunday's Turkish grand prix was "very, very bad". Full story...

Edward E. Whitacre, Jr., former chairman and CEO of AT&T Inc., will become chairman of the New GM when the company is launched later this summer, GM's interim Chairman Kent Kresa announced today. Kresa will continue to serve as interim chairman until the launch. Full story...

Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced a collaboration with Autonet Mobile, that will make it possible to equip their European-tuned minivan, Routan, with uconnect web, an in-vehicle internet service. Beginning this month, approximately 600 Volkswagen dealerships in the United States will offer Routan owners the opportunity to add uconnect web, powered by Autonet Mobile, to their vehicle. This partnership will deliver the first internet entertainment system for Volkswagen vehicles. Full story...

Hydro-Québec and Ford Motor Company announced today that Hydro-Québec has joined a North America wide demonstration and research program on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Full story...

BMW Group's EfficientDynamics programme gives customers outstanding fuel economy and low emissions without giving up driving enjoyment. This was recognised again this year at the What Car? Green Car Awards 2009. Full story...

Reigning world champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he felt like a volcano set to erupt when he discovered his new McLaren was not a race winner. Full story...

There are presently no team orders at Brawn GP, but Brackley team's boss Ross Brawn has refused to rule out rethinking the policy later this season. Full story...

The FOTA, the Formula 1's teams association is yet to comment on a letter from FIA president Max Mosley that emerged late on Tuesday. Full story...

In the eyes of fans seeking an unpredictable sporting spectacle, the result of Sunday's Turkish grand prix was "very, very bad". Full story...

As the teams had their cars scrutinized for the Le Mans 24 Hours classic, Peugeot Sport threatens to protest the new Audi R15 TDI that recently won the 12 Hours of Sebring. Full story...

"Don't Shrink it, Rethink it" with KVA. Consumers don't want smaller cars; they want to be comfortable and safe while driving their automobiles. KVA's materials and process will allow auto manufactures to meet mandated fuel efficiency requirements without having to sacrifice size, affordability or safety NOW! Full story...