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After a confusing day of speculation on Tuesday, Ferrari once again admitted it is in fact possible Michael Schumacher could be drafted in to replace the injured Felipe Massa. Full story...

It is unlikely that two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso will substitute for the injured Felipe Massa at Ferrari in the forthcoming European grand prix. Full story...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is alerting consumers of a recall involving certain Dorel Juvenile Group's Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraints. Full story...

Over 200 of the most popular 2008- and 2009-model vehicles and over 60 children's car seats were tested for chemicals that off-gas from parts such as the steering wheel, dashboard, armrests, seats, and carpet. Full story...

Representatives of the families that own Porsche Automobil Holding AG are set to take seats on Volkswagen AG's supervisory board vacated by former Porsche CEO Wendelin Wiedeking and his finance chief, Holger Haerter, sources close to Volkswagen said... Full story...

Representatives of the families that own Porsche Automobil Holding AG are set to take seats on Volkswagen AG's supervisory board vacated by former Porsche CEO Wendelin Wiedeking and his finance chief, Holger Haerter, sources close to Volkswagen said... Full story...

Peter Windsor, co-founder of the new formula one team US F1 has admitted that Alex Wurz is a leading contender for a race seat next year. Full story...

For model year 2010 the smart fortwo cdi has been given a clear power boost, yet it remains just as economical and environmentally friendly as before. In future the state-of-the-art three-cylinder diesel engine will produce 21 percent more power and deliver approximately 18 percent more maximum torque. Although this extra power makes the popular two-seater car noticeably livelier, it does not affect its exemplary fuel consumption. Full story...

The first rumours about possible drivers for the new British formula one team Manor have now hit the sport's media. Full story...

Canadian Auto Workers members have reached new collective agreements with Lear Seating for Kitchener and Ajax, Ontario, plants supplying GM and Chrysler, adding jobs. Full story...

Magna International on Tuesday said it planned to open a new multi-product manufacturing plant next May in Highland Park, Michigan, creating more than 400 jobs. Full story...

Diversified Canadian parts supplier Magna International Inc. today confirmed plans to build a seating systems plant in Highland Park, Mich., on property once occupied by the Chrysler Corp. headquarters. Full story...

The 2009 Focus uses high strength steel throughout its structure, is loaded with six standard airbags - including side curtains and seat-mounted air bags - and comes with new front seats designed to perform well in dynamic rear impact collisions. Full story...

Johnson Controls Inc. posted a net loss in its auto seating and interiors business but gained in its battery division on its way to generating $163 million in net income in the quarter that ended June 30. Full story...

Johnson Controls Inc. posted a net loss in its auto seating and interiors business but gained in its battery division on its way to generating $163 million in net income in the quarter that ended June 30. Full story...

Honda Canada executives have just confirmed that the little two-seater, already announced for Japan, will make its debut on the Canadian market next spring... as a hybrid! Full story...

Updated teaser shows more detail on Bugatti four-seater

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The UAW and bankrupt supplier Lear Corp. said today they have reached tentative contract agreements for about 700 hourly employees at seating plants in Arlington, Texas, and Wentzville, Mo. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Full story...

The UAW and supplier Lear Corp. said today they have reached tentative contract agreements for about 700 hourly employees at seating plants in Arlington, Texas, and Wentzville, Mo. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Full story...

The UAW and supplier Lear Corp. said today they have reached tentative contract agreements for about 700 hourly employees at seating plants in Arlington, Texas, and Wentzville, Mo. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Full story...