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India  |   US  |   Europe  | Australia  |   Japan  |   UK  | North America  |   South America   India Car sales soar 33% to record high in August Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:37:43 GMT Car sales soar 33% to a record high in August on the back of new launches, lower interest rates & booming economy Shell India eyeing 13% share in lubricant market Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:12:55 GMT Shell India Markets Pvt Ltd is eyeing around 13% market share in the Indian lubricant market from the present 6-7 percent, a top official said here on Thursday. JK Tyre to expand, enter new segments as autos boom Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 10:47:09 GMT India's third-largest tyre maker JK Tyre & Industries Ltd is gearing to meet rising demand through aggressive expansion, new forays and smart pricing, a senior official said. US Ford says global auto production will rise in 2010 Posted:Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:52:04 GMT Ford expects global auto production to increase 5 to 10 percent this year over 2009 levels, a modest gain that reflects the still-weak economy. New police car, where are you? Posted:Thu, 9 Sep 2010 13:03:35 GMT There’s a three-way shoot-out blazing on the mean streets of Detroit. This one pits Ford against General Motors, with Chrysler hoping to score with a lucky shot of its own. Review: ‘Responsibly indulgent’ Honda CR-Z Posted:Wed, 8 Sep 2010 14:01:56 GMT With consumers’ interest recently refocused on efficiency, Honda has trotted out an updated version of its beloved old model. Europe Report: Mercedes-Benz developing 'Magic' active body control Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:29:00 EST Filed under: Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Technology, Mercedes-Benz, Luxury Mercedes-Benz has codenamed its latest suite of driver convenience aids "Magic," and the automaker will soon introduce a Magic Carpet Magic Body Control suspension technology and a Magic Sky Control roof tech. Sadly, there are no wizards nor Tinkerbells involved in any of this, just a whole bunch of electro-hydraulic and magnetorheological engineering. Magic Body Control is the next generation of Active Body Control. Created with the help of ZF, the system of bushings atop the strut towers neutralizes wheel and body movements at two different frequencies. Daimler's testing indicates that MBC reduces 80 percent of unsavory suspension reverberations. It will show up on the S-Class and CL-Class in 2013. Magic Sky Control will be seen as soon as next year on the new SLK. Working like photochromatic sunglasses that get darker in the sun, a magnetorheological glass offers a range of opacity from "near totally clear" to "dark blue." It doesn't alter the form of the roof and can be applied to any window, so expect to see this new development work its way through Mercedes-Benz's lineup. This technology could be used around a car's entire greenhouse and perhaps obviate the need for sun visors. [Source: Inside Line] Report: Mercedes-Benz developing 'Magic' active body control originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.9.10 Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST First Drive: 2011 Honda Odyssey Honda did something silly during the launch of its all-new 2011 Odyssey minivan. The automaker built a large autocross-type "track" in the parking lot of San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium and invited journalists to take its latest eight-passenger family hauler for hot laps. Followup: Bad Habit monster truck breaks longest jump record You know what they say; if at first you crash your monster truck in the pursuit of a world record, try, try again. Joe Sylvester, the owner and driver of the Bad Habit monster truck, has officially nabbed the world record for flying contraptions of that variety, sailing 208 feet through the stratosphere before touching ground on the other side. Hennessey VelociRaptor APV is the Raptor-based SUV of our dreams Hennessey has just pulled back the sheets on what can only be described as a raging pile of awesome - the VelociRaptor APV. Also of interest: Video: Nissan and this polar bear want to love you, if you drive a Leaf Mini Countryman rally car shown testing for WRC Nissan teases Paris-bound Townpod EV concept Hotter Subaru Forester in the works? New record set for world's fastest furniture IIHS rates 72 booster seats for belt fit Infographic: The Unstealable Car Browse our archive of Daily U-Turn posts or subscribe to the RSS feed Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.9.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments Nissan-Dongfeng creating new brand for China? Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:01:00 EST Filed under: China, Nissan It looks like the Chinese car market is going to get a little more crowded. According to a report from Just-Auto, Nissan and its partner company, Dongfeng Nissan Passenger Vehicle Company, will be forming a new brand just for the people's republic. Called Venucia, the company aims to have its first products on the road by 2012. With such a short development time, we expect its stable to be made up primarily of Dongfeng products with new fascias and Nissan powerplants, but you never know. Just-Auto says that Nissan and Dongfeng have devoted an entire team to the project, including research, design and manufacturing. Interestingly enough, Venucia won't completely replace Nissan in China. Instead, the two companies will sell vehicles right alongside one another. Nissan has said that it will provide engines for the project, and that the brand is aimed toward filling the need for inexpensive, quality transportation in the Chinese market. Dongfeng said that the Venucia project is part of its plan to sell one million vehicles annually. Last year, it sold 519,000 units. [Source: Just-Auto] Nissan-Dongfeng creating new brand for China? originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments Australia Subaru Planning Surprise Performer For Australian International Motor Show Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:12:00 EST A special new Subaru model is set to make its world debut at Sydney's Australian International Motor Show next month, and while the Japanese carmaker is keeping its cards face-down, it has hinted that it will be a new performance variant of an existing model. Speaking with TMR at the launch this week of the 2011 WRX and WRX STI, a Subaru spokesperson declined to confirm exactly what would be shown, but described it as "a variation on a theme." Asked if this meant that a Lib... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full article. MINI To Unveil New Concept Ahead Of Paris Auto Show Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:41:00 EST MINI has joined the growing number of brands planning to unveil a new model or concept at this month's Paris Auto Show, with the British carmaker revealing its intentions on its Facebook page today. Online onlookers will get a first glimpse of the new concept a week before the Paris show however, thanks to a special unveiling in London, open only to press and a few lucky Londoners. Dubbed a 'design concept', MINI has revealed next to nothing about what we can expect from the... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full article. Citroen DS4 Racing On The Way: Report Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:07:00 EST CITROEN DS4 RACING Surprising no one, reports of a Racing version of the upcoming Citroen DS4 have surfaced online this week, suggesting Citroen is preparing to extend the 'Racing' badge across the full DS model line-up. While the Citroen DS4 is scheduled to make an Australian debut late next year, the absence of a right-hand-drive version of the DS3 Racing (click to read TMR's review of the 2010 Citroen DS3) raises the question of whether a DS4 Racing would get a right-... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full article. Japan Chevrolet Prepares to Debut All-New Aveo Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 20:02:02 +0000 Chevrolet is preparing its assault on small cars with something to compete with the likes of the Toyota Yaris, Honda Fit and Ford Fiesta. Its secret weapon? An all-new Chevrolet Aveo. Set to debut at this year’s Paris Motor Show, the new Aveo boasts an aggressive look that Autoblog says should “give the Aveo plenty [...] IIHS Study Ranks Booster Seats Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 20:02:02 +0000 If you think that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) only conducts tests on passenger vehicles, think again. In a recent study of 72 booster seats, the IIHS names 21 Best Bets. The study’s findings mark a significant change from last year’s results — which only named nine Best Bets. That study was based [...] Recall Alert: Suzuki SX4, Grand Vitara and Equator Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 20:02:02 +0000 The fallout from the Garmin Nuvi GPS recall continues to take its toll as Suzuki announces a recall of 20,692 vehicles. To bring you up to speed, Garmin recently issued a recall for its Nuvi GPS units because of batteries that could overheat and cause a fire. Although Garmin mostly supplies aftermarket units to shoppers, [...] UK Facebook updates... from behind the wheel Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:04:07 EDT The next time some jerk cuts you off on the freeway, instead of just cursing to yourself you could tell all your Facebook friends about it, all without taking your hands off the steering wheel. When Chrysler could have sold for $1 Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:17:45 EDT One of the lesser-known stories of the Obama Administration's auto bailout is how close Chrysler came close to following the fate of Lehman Brothers and being allowed to fail. Traffic deaths lowest since 1950 Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:00:32 EDT Traffic deaths have hit their lowest level since 1950, the year fatalities behind the wheel began to be tracked, according to the latest government statistics. North America The Porsche Museum Exhibits the 918 Spyder Concept Study - VIDEO FEATURE Posted:2010-09-09T19:08+00:00 Unique, Tech-Savvy Campaign Launches 2011 Ford Edge Posted:2010-09-09T16:25+00:00 Porsche Boxster Voted the Sports Car With The Best Handling By Car and Driver - VIDEO ENHANCED Posted:2010-09-09T15:40+00:00 South America Would You Consider A Volvo Made In China? Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:56:37 GMT Back To The Future: Inside the Delorean Plant Where they STILL Are Being Made One At A Time Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:21:32 GMT Austin F1 Race Day Traffic Could Cause 12 Hour Waits Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:53:16 GMT

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India New GM CEO to receive $1.7 mn cash salary Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:53:26 GMT Akerson will receive $5.3 mn of stock per year to be parceled out over 3 years starting next Sept, and $2 mn of restricted stock in addition to the cash salary.

Car sales soar 33% to record high in August Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:37:43 GMT Car sales soar 33% to a record high in August on the back of new launches, lower interest rates & booming economy Shell India eyeing 13% share in lubricant market Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:12:55 GMT Shell India Markets Pvt Ltd is eyeing around 13% market share in the Indian lubricant market from the present 6-7 percent, a top official said here on Thursday.

US GM’s new CEO Akerson will make $9 million Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:21:02 GMT General Motors’ new CEO Daniel Akerson will get a pay package worth $9 million in salary and stock to run the automaker.

Ford says global auto production will rise in 2010 Posted:Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:52:04 GMT Ford expects global auto production to increase 5 to 10 percent this year over 2009 levels, a modest gain that reflects the still-weak economy. New police car, where are you?

Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:02:49 GMT

There’s a three-way shoot-out blazing on the mean streets of Detroit. This one pits Ford against General Motors, with Chrysler hoping to score with a lucky shot of its own.

Europe Ex-Top Gear employee cashing in on Stig-gate, selling autographed helmet Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:30:00 EST Filed under: Auctions, Etc., UK, Celebrities The Stig drama continues from the land of Top Gear. Former employee Sophia Vaizey was a production coordinator on the popular television show for 18 months. When she left, she was presented with a helmet worn by the Stig from 2002 to 2005, signed by Richard Hammond, members of the production crew and The Stig, himself. Now that the frenzy surrounding Top Gear's former wheelman has reached a fever pitch, Mrs. Vaizey is looking to cash in on her parting gift. Her family points out to her, perhaps quite wisely, that the helmet will likely be worth far less in 10 years than it is right now. Thus, she is bringing the iconic white brain bucket to market - Stig's helmet is heading to Gorringes Auctioneers on October 20th. We wouldn't be surprised if Jeremy Clarkson had some choice words for Sophia Vaizey. He recently laid into the Stig for following the money and Mrs. Vaizey appears to be going the same route. The helmet may have been a gift, but it's her gift and she has every right to make some money off of it. However, if that helmet were placed on our shelf, it would stay there... ...Unless the offer was really high. [Source: Telegraph.co.uk] Ex-Top Gear employee cashing in on Stig-gate, selling autographed helmet originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.10.10 Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST Review: 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Proof Positive That Chrysler Can Still Compete -- The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is as capable off road as it is jousting with mid-town traffic. If this is the new face of Chrysler, we like what we see. Video: Team tears down then rebuilds a Jeep in under four minutes A team of soldiers from the Canadian Armed Forces start with a fully-assembled and running vehicle, tear it down then put it back together again... in under four minutes. 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 dealer allocation will be limited, determined by sales and lottery Ford is being very particular about how many 2012 Mustang Boss 302s each of its dealerships will get. There will be both a special allocation for top dealerships and a lottery for the rest. Also of interest: New GM CEO Akerson to earn salary of $1.7 million Report: Nardelli almost sold Chrysler to U.S. for $1 Traffic deaths in U.S. fall to 60-year low Super Duty's Power Stroke diesel gets 800 lb-ft of torque reflash Travis Pastrana smashes 12-year-old Mt. Washington Auto Road record

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Report: Mahindra intentionally voided contract with U.S. distributor Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:03:00 EST Filed under: Budget, Truck, Government/Legal Formerly just a suspicion that had been whispered about, Global Vehicles USA CEO John Perez has uttered it out loud: Mahindra is thought to have delayed the EPA certification of its Pik-Up so that it could break its contract with GV USA. For four years now, GV has had a contract be the exclusive distributor of the Pik-Up in the United States. However, now that the trucklet has finally received EPA approval, Mahindra voided its contract with GV and hasn't announced any alternative. Perez says the issue goes back to a sunset clause that Mahindra requested be inserted into the original contract. The belief at the time was that this was for Mahindra to protect itself: if the trucks weren't ready for the U.S. within three years then everyone could walk away and Mahindra wouldn't be open to lawsuits. According to Perez, the Pik-Up was ready for certification late last year - before the end of the sunset clause - and that the delay from then to now was engineered by Mahindra to break its contract. Reportedly, Mahindra wanted to alter some of the dealer arrangements with GV, and when GV declined, Mahindra put up a wall and refused to communicate. GV felt compelled to sue, but Mahindra went ahead with voiding the contract based on exceeding the time frame. What a mess. We're no attorneys, but we'd be surprised if this didn't hold up Pik-Up sales for quite some time while the U.S. court system - and arbitration in London - gums things up further. Who knew such a little truck could haul so much subterfuge and skullduggery? [Source: PickupTrucks.com] Report: Mahindra intentionally voided contract with U.S. distributor originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Australia Hyundai BlueOn Electric Vehicle Unveiled In South Korea, Previews i10 Update Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 06:14:00 EST Hyundai has revealed its first-ever production-ready electric vehicle in South Korea today, dubbed Hyundai BlueOn. Based on the Hyundai i10 Electric prototype shown at last year's Frankfurt Auto Show, the Hyundai BlueOn sports a new front-end inspired by the company's 'Fluidic Sculpture' styling. This new face is also likely to be a preview of the updated look scheduled to adorn the regular petrol-driven 2011 Hyundai i10 at the Paris Auto Show this month. Energy for t... Read more

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Subaru WRX STI Track Test Review Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:45:00 EST SUBARU WRX STI REVIEW Subaru Australia has diversified its WRX STI range for 2011, with the addition of an automatic transmission and a sedan body style effectively tripling the number of STI-badged models. Not only that, but a significant number of suspension upgrades have been made to the 2011 Subaru WRX STI’s undercarriage. The result is a performance car that handles better, has broader aesthetic appeal and is now more versatile than ever before. It’s also $2000 c... Read more

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Nissan To Unveil New Townpod EV Concept At Paris Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:24:00 EST Despite its LEAF electric vehicle nearing delivery in Japan and the US, Nissan is about to add to the growing count of electric vehicles appearing globally with yet another EV concept. Set to debut at the Paris Auto Show later this month, Nissan's latest all-electric 'zero emission' concept has been dubbed 'Townpod', and while little else has been revealed, its name suggests the new concept will represent Nissan's take on inner-city electric light cars. Nissa... Read more

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Japan Nissan Teases Townpod EV Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 With the auto show circuit beginning to ramp up, Nissan has sent a teaser image of its latest zero-emission electric concept, the Nissan Townpod EV. Nissan says “It is more than just a car and it’s more than just a van – it heralds a new-era of flexible, stylish vehicles that will bring electric-vehicle mobility [...] 2011 Honda Odyssey Pricing Announced Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 Suburbanites rejoice! A minivan with an all-new, hip look is hitting the market. The 2011 Honda Odyssey goes on sale September 30. Taking on the Toyota Sienna and Chrysler Town & Country, Honda’s 2011 Odyssey will start at “$28,580 for the base LX model up to $44,030 for the top-of-the-line Touring Elite,” reports The New [...] Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 1950 Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:02:02 +0000 With more cars and drivers on the roads, you’d expect an increase in traffic fatalities. Actually, the opposite is true. Traffic fatalities are the lowest they’ve been since the Department of Transportation started recording data in 1950. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) “The record-breaking decline in traffic fatalities occurred even while [...] UK GM CEO pay package: $9 million Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:35:55 EDT Daniel Akerson, the new chief executive of General Motors, has scored a $9 million compensation package, including $1.7 million in cash annually and $5.3 million in company stock over the next three years. Relax, car shopping's getting easier Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 12:49:47 EDT The cutthroat world of car pricing is getting simpler and gentler for car buyers but more ruthless for car dealerships. Fiat 500: Chrysler's salvation might be a hit -- south of the border Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:31:32 EDT The elfin Fiat 500, scheduled to arrive in U.S. showrooms before New Year's, will surely be a hit with some. The important question is: How few? North America Nissan Announces U.S. Pricing for 2011 Altima - VIDEO ENHANCED Posted:2010-09-10T20:45+00:00 Motor Press Guild's 2010 Track Day, BFGoodrich Tires Becomes Presenting Sponsor Posted:2010-09-10T20:28+00:00 Former Chrysler/DaimlerChrysler Executives File Claim for Lost Pensions Posted:2010-09-10T20:19+00:00 South America Third generation Prius is world’s best-selling hybrid, says Toyota Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:16:49 GMT Did You Know Chrysler Was Just Minutes Away From Being Sold To The Feds For A Buck? Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:15:19 GMT Hyundai Sonata racing to the top of U.S. sales charts, takes on Honda Accord Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:01:06 GMT

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India Maruti to use high strength steel in its variants by 2012 Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 13:24:44 GMT The country's largest passenger car maker Maruti Suzuki said that it would start using high strength steel in majority of variants by 2012, a move that will reduce the carbon emission by decreasing the weight of vehicles.

New GM CEO to receive $1.7 mn cash salary Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:53:26 GMT Akerson will receive $5.3 mn of stock per year to be parceled out over 3 years starting next Sept, and $2 mn of restricted stock in addition to the cash salary. Car sales soar 33% to record high in August Posted:Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:37:43 GMT Car sales soar 33% to a record high in August on the back of new launches, lower interest rates & booming economy

US GM’s new CEO Akerson will make $9 million Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:21:02 GMT General Motors’ new CEO Daniel Akerson will get a pay package worth $9 million in salary and stock to run the automaker. Ford says global auto production will rise in 2010 Posted:Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:52:04 GMT Ford expects global auto production to increase 5 to 10 percent this year over 2009 levels, a modest gain that reflects the still-weak economy. New police car, where are you? Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:02:49 GMT There’s a three-way shoot-out blazing on the mean streets of Detroit. This one pits Ford against General Motors, with Chrysler hoping to score with a lucky shot of its own.

Europe 2011 Nissan Xterra, Pathfinder, Frontier and Altima pricing announced Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 19:07:00 EST Filed under: Car Buying, SUV, Truck, Nissan, Off-Road 2011 Nissan Xterra - Click above for high-res image gallery You can quit biting your nails waiting for Nissan to unveil pricing information on the2011 Pathfinder, Xterra, Frontier and Altima. The company has just announced that, starting next year, the Pathfinder will start at $27,840 for the two-wheel drive, V6 S model. That marks a $300 increase over the 2010 version. Topped out, the SUV will set you back $42,600 for the four-wheel drive V8 LE. Meanwhile, the base, two-wheel drive Xterra X commands an MSRP of $23,850, which is about $1,100 more than the outgoing model. Option up to the range-topping four-wheel drive PRO-4X with an automatic gearbox, and you can expect to hand over $30,100 of your hard-earned cash. If a pickup is more your flavor, Nissan will let you hop into a Frontier S King Cab two-wheel drive for $17,750, though the topped-out SL Crew Cab with four-wheel drive, long-wheelbase chassis and a V6 engine coupled to a five-speed automatic gearbox will cost significantly more at $31,630. Finally, the company has priced the 2011 Nissan Altima sedan at $19,900 when equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a CVT gearbox. Look to pay $22,940 for the Altima Coupe and $26,780 for the hybrid sedan. None of the prices above include destination, so you can expect things to be just a bit more expensive by the time you leave the dealer lot with keys in hand. Hit the jump for the full press release. Gallery: 2011 Nissan Xterra

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Ferrari officially launches Virtual Racing Academy Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 17:44:00 EST Filed under: Motorsports, Etc., Marketing/Advertising, Technology, Ferrari, Toys/Games, Racing Ferrari Virtual Racing Academy - Click above for high-res image gallery Earlier this month, we mentioned that Ferrari was getting ready to release an online simulator. It's time for Scuderia fans to brush up on their virtual F1 skills, because the Ferrari Virtual Academy is now available for download. The racing sim took 12,000 hours to develop and utilized the input of Felipe Massa, Fernando Alonso and Giancarlo Fisichella. The first course available for purchase is the Fiorano circuit. It costs €14.90 (about $18.97 USD) and allows players from around the globe to compete against each other in Ferrari F10 Formula One race cars. Lap times are already up on the Ferrari Virtual Academy website and the competition will continue to heat up as more tracks are released. Next up is Mugello, and then players will get their shot at taming the Nürburgring. The two extra tracks will run €9.90 (about $12.60 USD) each, with all three tracks painstakingly reproduced down to the tiniest details. All drivers will be able to record and post their lap times as part of an international competition and each week, Ferrari will send out prizes for the top times. At the end of the competition, the five fastest drivers will win a trip to Maranello and take part in a Ferrari Driver Academy course. Time to stretch those gaming thumbs and take on the world. Gallery: Ferrari Virtual Academy [Source: Ferrari] Continue reading Ferrari officially launches Virtual Racing Academy Ferrari officially launches Virtual Racing Academy originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 11 Sep 2010 17:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Video: Korean International Circuit lapped ahead of October F1 race Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 16:09:00 EST Filed under: Motorsports, Videos, South Korea Karun Chandhok does laps of the Korean GP circuit - Click above to watch video after the jump Just six weeks remain until the Korean Grand Prix takes place on October 24. The track itself is only barely ready and the surrounding infrastructure is nowhere near ready, but that didn't stop Karun Chandhok from running a few fast laps. On leave from HRT F1 for a few races, Chandhok piloted a Red Bull on grooved tires through the dusty 3.49-mile circuit. It looks a lot more exciting on paper than it does behind the wheel - save for the massive straight - but hopefully the championship battle will provide enough excitement on its own. Follow the jump for the video. [Source: ESPN F1] Continue reading Video: Korean International Circuit lapped ahead of October F1 race Video: Korean International Circuit lapped ahead of October F1 race originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 11 Sep 2010 16:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

UK GM CEO pay: $9 million Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:24 EDT

Daniel Akerson, the new chief executive of General Motors, has scored a $9 million compensation package, including $1.7 million in cash annually and $5.3 million in company stock over the next three years.

Car shopping's getting easier Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:31 EDT

The cutthroat world of car pricing is getting simpler and gentler for car buyers but more ruthless for car dealerships.

Fiat 500: Chrysler's salvation? Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:45 EDT

The elfin Fiat 500, scheduled to arrive in U.S. showrooms before New Year's, will surely be a hit with some. The important question is: How few?

North America Southern California Edison Unveils Online "Plug-in Car Rate Assistant" to Estimate Cost of Fueling Electric Vehicles Posted:2010-09-11T15:44+00:00 Audi Teams Up With Athletes and Celebrities for Fourth Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Posted:2010-09-11T15:28+00:00 Texas Cultural Tour, Pt. 3 - Houston Posted:2010-09-11T06:25+00:00 South America With New Products, Nissan Plays Up Innovation Angle Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 03:55:37 GMT If BMW Is The Ultimate, WHY Are Most New Auto Designs Mimicking Audi's? Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 02:35:55 GMT

Third generation Prius is world’s best-selling hybrid, says Toyota Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:16:49 GMT

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India Ford Fiesta & Mazda 2: Intended to project different personalities Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 06:12:28 GMT The Ford Fiesta and the Mazda 2 are sibling subcompacts, so-called B-segment cars built on what Ford engineers call the B3 vehicle architecture. Ford Fiesta: It?s not the least expensive small car you can buy Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 06:09:27 GMT The Ford Fiesta is a subcompact in the ambitious Fit idiom. It?s not the least expensive small car you can buy (or even, perhaps, the least expensive Ford).

Maruti to use high strength steel in its variants by 2012 Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 13:24:44 GMT The country's largest passenger car maker Maruti Suzuki said that it would start using high strength steel in majority of variants by 2012, a move that will reduce the carbon emission by decreasing the weight of vehicles.

US GM’s new CEO Akerson will make $9 million Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:21:02 GMT General Motors’ new CEO Daniel Akerson will get a pay package worth $9 million in salary and stock to run the automaker. Ford says global auto production will rise in 2010 Posted:Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:52:04 GMT Ford expects global auto production to increase 5 to 10 percent this year over 2009 levels, a modest gain that reflects the still-weak economy. New police car, where are you? Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:02:49 GMT There’s a three-way shoot-out blazing on the mean streets of Detroit. This one pits Ford against General Motors, with Chrysler hoping to score with a lucky shot of its own.

Europe Aston Martin sketches out Le Mans-bound 2011 LMP1 racer Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 18:34:00 EST Filed under: Motorsports, Aston Martin, Racing Aston Martin's 2011 LMP1 challenger for the 24 Hours of Le Mans - Click above to enlarge image The Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO), which oversees various Le Mans series in Europe and elsewhere, laid out a number of changes to the 2011 LMP1-class cars, aiming to equalize performance between diesel- and gasoline-engined cars. Sniffing a chance to not only steal some thunder, but perhaps beat Audi and Peugeot over the head with it, Aston Martin plans a brand-new LMP1 entrant for 2011 to go for overall Le Mans victory. An open cockpit, monococque single-seater with a new engine, it would be the first racing Aston developed entirely in-house in fifty years. The biggest X factor is whether, and how much, the regulations will actually work to close the diesel/gas disparity. If it's close, Aston Martin Chairman Dave Richards believes his company is in with a shout. Follow the jump for the press release. Gallery: Aston Martin's 2011 Le Mans LMP1 challenger [Source: Aston Martin] Continue reading Aston Martin sketches out Le Mans-bound 2011 LMP1 racer Aston Martin sketches out Le Mans-bound 2011 LMP1 racer originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 12 Sep 2010 18:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Report: Jonathan Browning to head Volkswagen's U.S. operations Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 17:10:00 EST Filed under: Hirings/Firings/Layoffs, Volkswagen Since the departure of Stefan Jacoby, Volkswagen has been hunting for a new helmsman for its U.S. operations. Word is that VW have found that man. Jonathan Browning, a former managing executive for General Motors and Ford, is set to take over the position Jacoby vacated when taking the CEO spot at Volvo. Browning initially joined the Volkswagen team in June to head the national sales effort for all 10 brands under the VAG umbrella. He began his career with General Motors back in 1981, working with Vauxhall and then moving on to manage GM Turkey. Browning eventually left the General for the Blue Oval where he was involved with marketing and served as managing director for (then Ford-owned) Jaguar from 1997 through 2001. GM got him back and he climbed its ladder, rising to the position of Head of Global Sales - a post he resigned from in 2009. While Browning's appointment isn't official yet, Volkswagen will be holding an event tomorrow at 11 AM EST to announce its new U.S. CEO, so expect confirmation before noon on Monday. [Source: Wall Street Journal - Sub. Req.] Report: Jonathan Browning to head Volkswagen's U.S. operations originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 12 Sep 2010 17:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Video: Shin Kinoshita's mind-warping bike control Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:36:00 EST Filed under: Motorsports, Videos, Motorcycle Shin Kinoshita doing what he does best - Click above to watch video after the jump Whether it's wrestling a 3,000 lb NASCAR bruiser around a tri-oval for hours on end, sliding a rear-wheel drive Scion tC up Mulholland Drive or coaxing a GT350 around Laguna Seca with a flock of similarly vintage iron, knowing the limits of a vehicle better than anyone else on the track will earn our deference in a hurry. It's in that spirit that we bow down before Shin Kinoshita. As one of the stunt riders with the Icon-sponsored Empire team, Kinoshita's several notches above the rest of his crew in terms of the blatant insanity required to bend a motorcycle to one's will. While each of his individual stunts are supremely impressive, it's the transitions between them that will send your jaw skittering off your desk. Lest you think we exaggerate, please hit the jump and check out the promo video. Your concept of physics may never be the same. Thanks for the tip, Matt! [Source: Icon via YouTube] Continue reading Video: Shin Kinoshita's mind-warping bike control Video: Shin Kinoshita's mind-warping bike control originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Australia Luxury-Oriented Nissan GT-R SpecM To Wear 'Egoist' Badge Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 09:41:00 EST Nissan has reportedly settled on a new name for its upcoming luxury-oriented GT-R variant. The new comfort-minded version of the Japanese cult icon was originally set to wear a 'SpecM' badge, but according to reports out of Europe this week, buyers can now look forward to a name that better reflects the luxury trim: the GT-R Egoist. British magazine Autoweek reportedly spoke with an unnamed Nissan insider this week, quoted as saying that the name is "a bit of tongue-in-cheek... Read more

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Audi S1 To Debut At Paris Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:48:00 EST AUDI S1 Spilling the beans on little else, Audi has this week revealed that it will unveil the 2011 Audi S1 at Paris this month.  Entering as Audi's equivalent to the Volkswagen Polo GTI and likely to utilise the same 1.4 litre TSI engine, the S1 will stand as the flagship model in the A1 range - unless Audi adds an RS variant in the future, that is. In the Polo GTI, the turbo- and super-charged 1.4 litre TSI petrol engine delivers 132kW and a respectable 250Nm of torque, on... Read more

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F1: Webber Leads Title But Alonso Wins In Italy, Schumacher Not Abandoning Comeback Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:14:00 EST Mark Webber re-captured the lead of the world championship on Sunday, despite finishing the Italian grand prix in just sixth place. The Australian had yet another poor start and then a frustrating race, gesticulating angrily as Williams' Nico Hulkenberg went off the track but refused to yield. "We underperformed as a team," Webber told Belgian TV RTBF. He might also have been disappointed to finish two positions behind his teammate Sebastian Vettel, despite the yo... Read more

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Japan Nissan Teases Townpod EV Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 With the auto show circuit beginning to ramp up, Nissan has sent a teaser image of its latest zero-emission electric concept, the Nissan Townpod EV. Nissan says “It is more than just a car and it’s more than just a van – it heralds a new-era of flexible, stylish vehicles that will bring electric-vehicle mobility [...] 2011 Honda Odyssey Pricing Announced Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 Suburbanites rejoice! A minivan with an all-new, hip look is hitting the market. The 2011 Honda Odyssey goes on sale September 30. Taking on the Toyota Sienna and Chrysler Town & Country, Honda’s 2011 Odyssey will start at “$28,580 for the base LX model up to $44,030 for the top-of-the-line Touring Elite,” reports The New [...] Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 1950 Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:02:02 +0000 With more cars and drivers on the roads, you’d expect an increase in traffic fatalities. Actually, the opposite is true. Traffic fatalities are the lowest they’ve been since the Department of Transportation started recording data in 1950. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) “The record-breaking decline in traffic fatalities occurred even while [...] UK GM CEO pay: $9 million Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:24 EDT Daniel Akerson, the new chief executive of General Motors, has scored a $9 million compensation package, including $1.7 million in cash annually and $5.3 million in company stock over the next three years. Car shopping's getting easier Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:31 EDT The cutthroat world of car pricing is getting simpler and gentler for car buyers but more ruthless for car dealerships. Fiat 500: Chrysler's salvation? Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:45 EDT The elfin Fiat 500, scheduled to arrive in U.S. showrooms before New Year's, will surely be a hit with some. The important question is: How few?

North America 4 Steps To Become A Smarter Car Buyer Posted:2010-09-12T14:59+00:00 First Drive: All-new 2011 Scion tC Posted:2010-09-12T20:53+00:00 Honda Announces Pricing for All-New 2011 Odyssey Posted:2010-09-12T20:33+00:00 South America Would you sacrifice brand prestige for performance? Mercedes S65 AMG// vs Rolls Royce Ghost Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 23:18:16 GMT EXCLUSIVE: 00R Drives Lexus' Latest Hybrid, The CT200h Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 20:16:10 GMT SPIED: Audi TT/R4/eTron Detroit Concept Caught Goin' For A Ride Posted:Sun, 12 Sep 2010 19:22:11 GMT

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India Cars learn to communicate with each other Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:42:05 GMT India may not have the best of maps or infrastructure, but chip makers here are determined to make cars communicate with each other. India 7th largest vehicle producing country globally: Govt Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:34:57 GMT The govt claimed that India has become the seventh largest vehicle producing nation in the world, six years ahead of the set target. Volkswagen rolls out high-end Polo variant at Rs 6.16 lakh Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:50:22 GMT The new 1.6L Polo comes with a petrol engine, paired with a 5-speed manual gear box and is claimed to have a fuel efficiency of 15.96 km/litre. US Jetta, used sales priority for new U.S. VW chief Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:03:52 GMT Strengthening dealer networks, successfully launching a redesigned Jetta, and boosting used-car sales are top priorities for VW America Inc under Jonathan Browning, the unit's new chief executive.

GM’s new CEO Akerson will make $9 million Posted:Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:21:02 GMT General Motors’ new CEO Daniel Akerson will get a pay package worth $9 million in salary and stock to run the automaker. Ford says global auto production will rise in 2010 Posted:Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:52:04 GMT Ford expects global auto production to increase 5 to 10 percent this year over 2009 levels, a modest gain that reflects the still-weak economy.

Europe Video: Next BMW M5 is all squealing tires and bellowing engine on the 'Ring Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:55:00 EST Filed under: Sedan, Performance, Europe, Videos, BMW, Luxury 2011 BMW M5 - Click above to watch video after the jump If you were afraid the BMW M5 would be losing some of its venom by ditching the naturally-aspirated V10 in favor of a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8, we're here to tell you that those worries are completely unfounded. At least that's the impression we get from watching the video after the jump. You see, the BMW engineers have apparently fixed whatever issue was afflicting the M5 test mule the last time we saw it and got the car back to doing what it does best - sending Pirelli rubber to its smoky grave. Loyal fans of the 5 Series over at Bimmerpost managed to get their hands on a quick video of the muscle-bound sedan slipping through the apexes of the Nürburgring at full bore, and have been kind enough to share that tasty little piece of film with the rest of the Internet. From the looks of the things, those two turbos are more than making up for the pair of lost cylinders. Of course, we'll reserve final judgment for when we get into the saddle ourselves, but until then, join us past the jump for a look-see. Thanks for the tip, Obie! [Source: YouTube] Continue reading Video: Next BMW M5 is all squealing tires and bellowing engine on the 'Ring Video: Next BMW M5 is all squealing tires and bellowing engine on the 'Ring originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dyno Tested: BMW's past and present turbo sixes Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:26:00 EST Filed under: Coupe, Sedan, Performance, BMW, Luxury 2010 BMW 335i Sedan - Click above for high-res image gallery BMW has always had a gem of an inline-six on its hands, regardless of which particular powerplant you're referring to. But over the last couple of years, it's the German automaker's turbocharged 3.0-liter N54 engines that have been lighting enthusiasts hearts afire, and steering more than a few buyers away from the M3 and into the seat of a 335i. And when the N54 proliferated across the rest of the automaker's lineup, it was well-received in nearly every application. For 2011, though, there's a new engine in town, and the big question is whether or not the single-turbo N55 is better than the previous twin-turbo N54 or, at the very least, not worse. Helping shed some light on the matter is the crew from Automobile Magazine, who managed to snag a trio of various N54-powered 3-Series' - one of which was the hotted-up 2011 335is, which uses a high-output version of the old N54 - along with one new model powered by an N55. And the results? Well, it's pretty much more of the same: good peak horsepower (266 horses) and a nicely flat mid-heavy torque curve, cresting at a stout 302 pound-feet. But we'd be remiss if we didn't point out that the new N55, while seemingly offering less turbo lag than its predecessor, appears to be a wee bit less powerful overall than the N54. Progress? Gallery: Review: 2010 BMW 335i Sedan

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.13.10 Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST First Drive: 2011 Lincoln MKX Lincoln thoroughly refreshes the MKX, but is it enough to differentiate the CUV from its Blue Oval brother? Lexus CT 200h: Details on U.S. version arrive The CT 200h is headed to U.S. shores later this year, and while a 0-60 time of 9.8 seconds isn't anything to write home about, an EPA-estimated 42 mpg for a luxury hatch is. Officially Official: VW of America names Browning as new CEO Volkswagen has picked a new man to take the helm of its American operations, and Jonathan Browning's reign begins Oct. 1. Also of interest: Oh, Crap: Audi mucks up e-tron name in French Report: Fuel economy standards could add up to $15K to price of heavy-duty pickups Video: Mystery Audi coupe spied on ski slopes Euro-market Chevy Captiva getting facelift for Paris Show Mazda BT-50 pickup headed to Sydney Motor Show

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Australia 2011 Holden Captiva Previewed In Chevrolet Captiva Update Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:04:00 EST 2011 HOLDEN CAPTIVA Holden's international stablemate Chevrolet has revealed a 2011 model-year update for its version of the global Captiva seven-seat SUV this week, offering a glimpse of what Australian buyers can likely expect for the Holden Captiva in the coming year. On the styling front, the updated Captiva gets a new face with restyled headlights and a new front bumper, along with Chevrolet's updated grille design - most recently seen on the all-new Aveo last week, itself l... Read more

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2011 Hyundai i10 Update Revealed Ahead Of Paris Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:47:47 EST Like Volkswagen and Mazda, Hyundai is quickly rolling out a uniform family face for all of its models, new and not-so-new, and the latest cab off the rank is the diminutive i10 supermini. For 2011, the i10 gets a 'Fluidic Sculpture' facelift, bringing it in line with the brand's new ix35 compact SUV and i45 sedan - including new headlights and the wide-open trapezoidal grille that figures so strongly in Hyundai's new styling language. The upd... Read more

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2011 Mazda BT-50 To Make Global Debut At Australian International Motor Show Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:10:00 EST 2011 MAZDA BT-50 Mazda has today announced that its all-new 2011 Mazda BT-50 utility will make its global debut right here in Australia, at next month's Australian International Motor Show (AIMS) in Sydney.  Drumming up anticipation for the all-new model, Mazda has issued a teaser sketch of the new BT-50, showing styling inspired by Mazda's current passenger-car range. Developed in partnership with Ford - which will sell the new model as the T6 Ranger - the new BT-50 was... Read more

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Japan Chrysler Ends Money-Back Guarantees Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 Unhappy with that Chrysler you just bought? Too bad. The company has announced that it’s ending its 60-day money-back guarantee program. “While you can still get a 60-Day Guarantee if you buy a new Ram Truck (through the end of September), the offer has expired for all other Chrysler brands,” explains Kicking Tires. The last [...] Nissan Releases Pricing for 2011 Xterra, Pathfinder and Frontier Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:02:02 +0000 It’s tough finding the discipline to save for a new car or truck. At least Nissan is helping you out by telling you how much you’ll need to save to get into a 2011 Xterra, Pathfinder or Frontier. Kicking Tires writes, “Nissan announced 2011 pricing for the Nissan Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier as well as [...] Hyundai ix20 Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:42:40 +0000 Hyundai ix20 All-new Jazz rivalling supermini MPV makes its debutIT’S official – Hyundai is crossing over into the supermini MPV class! These are the first official images of the firm’s new ix20 compact people carrier, which will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show next month. Sister car to the Kia Venga, the ix20 will [...]

UK GM CEO pay: $9 million Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:24 EDT Daniel Akerson, the new chief executive of General Motors, has scored a $9 million compensation package, including $1.7 million in cash annually and $5.3 million in company stock over the next three years. Car shopping's getting easier Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:31 EDT The cutthroat world of car pricing is getting simpler and gentler for car buyers but more ruthless for car dealerships. Fiat 500: Chrysler's salvation? Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:45 EDT The elfin Fiat 500, scheduled to arrive in U.S. showrooms before New Year's, will surely be a hit with some. The important question is: How few?

North America 2010 Child Booster Seats Evaluated - VIDEO ENHANCED Posted:2010-09-13T16:29+00:00 Presented By: Posted:2010-09-13T16:29+00:00 2011 Hyundai Equus Review Posted:2010-09-13T15:05+00:00 South America Report: US auto sales in August were the worst for the month in 28 years Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:42:53 GMT A Secret RS Model Of Audi's R8 Or Just Wishful Thinking? Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:52:21 GMT Did Audi Inadvertently Name Their Entire Line Of Electric Vehicles After A Pile Of Turds? Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:58:19 GMT

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India Ford plans to launch 8 new vehicles, make India export hub Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:52:42 GMT Ford India said it plans to launch 8 new products by mid-decade with a view to make India an export hub. No freebies for two-wheelers this festive season Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:43:17 GMT With demand outstripping supply for most of the products, especially automatic scooters, most of the players have decided to avoid freebies this festive season. Nissan plans to line-up nine models of cars by 2012 Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:11:36 GMT Of the nine models, five models will be produced in India and four models will be imported from Japan. US Shaken not stirred: Bond’s Aston Martin on sale Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:03:00 GMT James Bond fans with deep pockets will soon have the chance to get their hands on the ultimate piece of 007 memorabilia, as the spy's Aston Martin DB5 goes up for auction. Chrysler stealthily shows off its new models Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:15:34 GMT In his largest dealer meeting yet since taking over the reins at Chrysler, CEO Sergio Marchionne on Tuesday showed off 15 new or revamped cars and trucks.

Jetta, used sales priority for new U.S. VW chief Posted:Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:03:52 GMT Strengthening dealer networks, successfully launching a redesigned Jetta, and boosting used-car sales are top priorities for VW America Inc under Jonathan Browning, the unit's new chief executive.

Europe Turner Motorsports prepping one-of-30 BMW M3 Frozen Gray coupes for racing Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:26:00 EST Filed under: Motorsports, Coupe, Performance, BMW, Racing We tend to live by the mantra that no car is too rare to drive. Even the most unique pieces of automotive history were designed and built to be a mode of transportation first and a stationary object of desire second. The crew at Turner Motorsports has taken that philosophy to the next level - they believe there's no such thing as a vehicle that's too rare to race. Case in point? The company's new Frozen Gray BMW M3 built for serious track duty. Just in case you need a reminder, BMW only turned out 30 examples of its M3 dipped in the super sexy flat gray paint. This is one of them. Turner Motorsports project has just gotten under way, beginning with a set of 18x10-inch Volk G2s and gooey Continental race rubber, but a more aggressive brake system and a sharper suspension is on the docket as well. All we know is that the M3 looks as fine as can be wearing its new shoes, and we can't wait to see what Turner comes up with in terms of a finished product. Click over to M3Post for closer look. [Source: M3Post] Turner Motorsports prepping one-of-30 BMW M3 Frozen Gray coupes for racing originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.14.10 Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST First Drive: 2012 Audi A7 Sportback It's sleek, sexy and utilitarian, but where does Audi's A7 Sportback fit? Audi TT RS headed to America after Facebook petition success All it took was a few thousand Facebook fans to bring the Audi TT RS to the States. Now about that RS5... 2011 Chrysler 200 sedan teased, preliminary specs revealed Sebring be gone! Chrysler releases a few images and initial specs on the 200. Also of interest: Chrysler shows off Fiat 500 Sport for North America Lamborghini releases second Paris teaser shot, talks handling and acceleration Hyundai previews ix20 subcompact ahead of Paris rollout Shelby announces 2011 GT500 Super Snake with up to 800 horsepower Chrysler releases details, images of refreshed 2011 Town & Country Jeep Patriot rocks up with modest facelift for 2011

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Wald gives the Bentley Flying Spur the Black Bison treatment Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:00:00 EST Filed under: Aftermarket, Sedan, Bentley, Luxury Wald International Bentley Continental Flying Spur Black Bison - Click above for high-res image gallery With the new Bentley Continental GT on its way, you can bet it's just a matter of time before the rest of the Continental family - GTC convertible and Flying Spur sedan - join the coupe under the knife. But if you can't wait for the new Spur - or fear your existing one will soon look out-of-date - Wald International has announced a series of aftermarket upgrades to the big sedan that ought to set yours apart. The package is primarily visual, adopting a fresh aero kit comprised of a new front bumper (incorporating bigger vents and LED running lights), side skirts, a rear bumper with faux-diffuser, and itty-bitty little spoilers on the trunk lid and side windows. A quad-pipe exhaust system is also on offer, along with extra carbon fiber trim and spoke-tastic new wheels. Check it out in the gallery below, and keep your eyes peeled on this space for the next-generation Spur to come Flying along any month now. Thanks to everyone for the tips! Gallery: Wald International Bentley Continental Flying Spur Black Bison

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Australia 2011 Jeep Patriot, Chrysler Grand Voyager Revealed Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:49:00 EST Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne's promised updates will soon hit the road in the US, starting this week with the reveal of the 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager (Town & Country in the US) and the Jeep Patriot. 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager Sporting the brand-new Chrysler badge revealed late last year, the 2011 Grand Voyager comes in for a raft of subtle and significant updates, including a number of styling tweaks and Chrysler's new Pentastar V6 petrol engine. On the outside,... Read more

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Volkswagen Transporter And Multivan Now Available With 4Motion All-Wheel-Drive Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:00:00 EST Volkswagen has today announced availability of its 4Motion all-wheel-drive system for all 132kW 2.0 litre TDI-powered Transporter and Multivan models. The 4Motion system is available with both a six-speed manual transmission and, for the first time, Volkswagen's seven-speed DSG automatic transmission. Click to review TMR's review of the Volkswagen Transporter Click to learn more about the Volkswagen Transporter With Volkswagen's 4Motion AWD system, a... Read more

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Toyota RAV4 Electric Vehicle To Debut At LA Motor Show Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:58:00 EST Following reports out of Japan in July, Toyota has today confirmed via its Twitter page that it will reveal an all-electric version of its RAV4 SUV at the Los Angeles Motor Show in November. "Toyota and Tesla will debut the RAV4-EV at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show in November." The Twitter announcement follows similar comments from Toyota Executive Vice President Takeshi Uchiyamada in Detroit this week. Developed in partnership with electric dynamo Tesla at the NUMMI... Read more

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Japan First Stimulus-funded Batteries Roll Off Assembly Lines Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:02:08 +0000 The United States government has talked about introducing more hybrid and electric vehicles for years. Now the dream is becoming a reality. “The first wave of mass-produced advanced batteries funded by the Obama administration’s economic recovery program are starting to roll off assembly lines,” says The Boston Globe. “[Thus] setting the stage for new hybrid [...] Toyota: Six New Eco-Cars on the Way Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:02:07 +0000 Toyota has big plans for introducing all-new hybrid and electric cars within the next few years. The Japanese automaker hopes to “introduce two electric vehicles in the United States [for a total of] six hybrid cars worldwide by the end of 2012,” The New York Times reports. According to the Wall Street Journal, Toyota’s global [...] NHTSA Investigates Ford F-150 for Fuel Strap Defect Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:02:06 +0000 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating corroded fuel tank straps in 1996-2001 Ford F-150s. The investigation covers about 1.4 million vehicles. “The investigation was opened after NHTSA received 32 complaints suggesting that the metal straps which hold the gas tank under the vehicle are prone to corrosion, and in some cases, have [...] UK Toyota announces 6 new hybrids, electric cars Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:03:21 EDT Toyota Motor Co. will put out six all-new hybrid vehicles worldwide by 2012, a Toyota spokesman confirmed.

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Daniel Akerson, the new chief executive of General Motors, has scored a $9 million compensation package, including $1.7 million in cash annually and $5.3 million in company stock over the next three years. Car shopping's getting easier Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:30:31 EDT The cutthroat world of car pricing is getting simpler and gentler for car buyers but more ruthless for car dealerships.

North America Thinking Outside Of The Box - Ix20 To Make A Paris Debut Posted:2010-09-14T13:23+00:00 Road-Going Audi A1 E-Tron Creates a Buzz In Munich Posted:2010-09-14T12:37+00:00 Mitsubishi I-Miev Driven by Sir Stirling Moss Awarded Best City Electric Vehicle... Posted:2010-09-14T11:47+00:00 South America 2011 Chrysler Town Country Unveiled Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:40:04 GMT Fiat Officially Re-Enters The U.S. Market Next Spring With The 500 Sport Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:28:53 GMT Audi Approves The 360HP TT-RS To Go On Sale In 2011 Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:20:13 GMT

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India Tata Motors ties up with banks Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:12:40 GMT Tata Motors has tied up with 14 banks to offer loans for customers in Kerala for purchasing the Tata Nano. Maruti expects lower growth in second half of fiscal Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:52:36 GMT Maruti Suzuki said it is expecting its sales momentum to slow down during the second half of 2010-11 compared to over 25% growth achieved so far this fiscal.

No freebies for two-wheelers this festive season

Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:52:20 GMT With demand outstripping supply for most of the products, most of the players have decided to avoid freebies this festive season. US New CEO aims to boost VW's fortunes in U.S. Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:33:01 GMT Jonathan Browning, VW's new head of U.S. operations,  has a tough challenge ahead of him, despite the $4 billion his company is investing in the venture. Toyota moves to toss acceleration lawsuits Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:00:08 GMT Toyota Motor Corp. has moved to dismiss hundreds of lawsuits over claims stemming from sudden acceleration in its vehicles.

Shaken not stirred: Bond’s Aston Martin on sale Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:03:00 GMT James Bond fans with deep pockets will soon have the chance to get their hands on the ultimate piece of 007 memorabilia, as the spy's Aston Martin DB5 goes up for auction.

Europe Report: Toyota urges judges to throw out unintended acceleration lawsuits Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:26:00 EST Filed under: Government/Legal, Safety, Toyota Toyota has asked a United States judge to throw out the majority of its pending lawsuits on the grounds that the cases are based on anecdotal and circumstantial information. The automaker is currently facing over 300 lawsuits that vary from personal injury to economic loss, nearly all of which are tied in one way or another to the company's rash of unintended acceleration issues. To date this year, Toyota has recalled eight million vehicles globally for varying reasons, including accelerator pedals that could become entrapped. Some of the lawsuits have been bundled for pre-trial rulings. These consumer cases claim that the quality woes the recalled Toyota models face have driven down the value of those products substantially. Likewise, the company's claims of quality, safety and reliability have been called into question. Toyota has responded by saying that any claims made in its advertisements were opinion and to be taken as such. The combined lawsuits are being handled in Santa Ana, Californa, where Toyota asked the judge to dismiss the cases against the company. [Source: Bloomberg] Report: Toyota urges judges to throw out unintended acceleration lawsuits originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.15.10 Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST Review: 2011 Ford F-450 Lariat The king of its class gets updated for 2011 and we test out the top-spec Lariat model to see how it copes with the daily grind. Video(s): Mini Countryman WRC gets wrung out The Countryman may seem like an odd entrant into WRC, but couple the marque's rally heritage with these latest spy videos and it's obvious that Mini is serious about slinging dirt. Marchionne shows 2012 Dodge Viper at dealer meeting Marchionne shows off the next Dodge Viper along with a Jeep pickup truck at its Florida dealer's meeting. Also of interest: Report: Electric CUV coming from Kia in 2013 Holden Redlines its V-Series performance offerings Spy Video: Ferrari 612 Scaglietti caught testing at Fiorano Report: Bentley experimented with diesels, but poor salability means they won't be built Honda recalling Accord Crosstour over airbag issue

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Spartan V track car is a motorcycle on four wheels Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:57:00 EST Filed under: Aftermarket, Convertible, Performance, Australia, Racing Spartan V track car - Click above for image gallery Just when you thought the communal fascination with Frank Miller's 300 had all but washed away, a track machine dedicated to the ancient fighting Spartans hit the scene. Meet the Spartan V - a lightweight all-star with a heart borrowed from Ducati. That's right, this machine hits the scales at less than 661 pounds and packs 170 horsepower from a 1200 cc Italian mill. In other words, it should absolutely go like stink. The company behind the project says that the Spartan V should be able to click off the 0-60 mph dash in less than three seconds on its way to a top speed of 173 mph thanks to a sequential six-speed gearbox. If you're looking for a motorcycle on four wheels, this is it. The vehicle uses a tubular space-frame chassis clad in plenty of carbon fiber to keep the pounds off, and those sexy double-hoop roll bars can be swapped out for an FIA-compatible single-hoop should you decide to enter the heat of competition. It all sounds good, sure, but if you want one you'll have to shell out $84,321 at current conversion rates. Madness? This is the Spartan V. Gallery: Spartan V

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Australia 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Revealed, Australian Debut Set For January Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09:10:00 EST With only two weeks remaining until the Paris Auto Show, Porsche has today revealed the 2011 Porsche Carrera GTS, a rear-wheel-drive German in all-wheel-drive clothes. The 911 Carrera GTS enters the line-up just above the 911 Carrera S and gets a boost in power to show for it, its 3.8 litre flat-six churning out 300kW of power - 17kW more than the Carrera S. Maximum torque is unchanged at 420Nm, although it now comes 200rpm earlier. The extra power of the GTS comes courtesy of a spe... Read more

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MINI To Bring Even Smaller MINI Concept To Geneva In 2011: Report Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09:01:36 EST The past year has seen an onslaught of new MINI production models and concepts as the BMW-owned British carmaker has set about pushing into new segments.  While MINI has already confirmed it will reveal an electric scooter at Paris this month, reports and speculation out of Europe suggest that at least one more MINI concept may soon be upon us. This is in the form of a city car that would utilise BMW's upcoming project i architecture - the platform that will also support th... Read more

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2011 Jeep Cherokee Update Announced, Australian Launch Unclear Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:27:00 EST The overhaul of Chrysler Group's line-up continues today with the US-market launch of the updated Jeep Liberty, sold in Australia as the Jeep Cherokee. Chrysler's latest updated model follows the launch yesterday of the updated Jeep Patriot and Chrysler Grand Voyager, along with teaser images of the upcoming Chrysler 200. While the 2011MY updates to the Patriot and Grand Voyager have been relatively significant, tweaks to the 2011 Jeep Cherokee are a little more limited. Upda... Read more

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Japan GM Helping Facebook Invade Your Car Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:02:04 +0000 It happens to all of us: you’re stuck in traffic when you have a brilliant observation on the human condition that simply MUST be shared. But oh no! To post it on Facebook and bask in the adoration of your 987 “friends”, you’d have to pull out your phone and start typing – a big [...] You Need 800 Horsepower Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:02:04 +0000 Shelby has announced that the 2011 Shelby GT500 Super Snake will have 800 horsepower. Maybe that will finally redeem serpents for that whole original sin thing.. Autoblog writes, “Ol’ Carroll has upped the ante in the horsepower wars once again by offering up to 800 horsepower in the newly-released 2011 version of the Super Snake. [...] Audi TTRS Coming to U.S. Thanks to Democracy and Facebook Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 Sometimes, the best way to determine an outcome is to put it to a vote. Just ask the Audi TTRS when it hits our shores in mid-2011. “Last year Audi unveiled the RS version of its TT model at the Geneva auto show, but as with many European high-performance unveilings, the question of a U.S. [...] UK GM's IPO to-do list: 1) Sell more cars Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:11:16 EDT No less than former auto czar Steve Rattner said a key reason the U.S. decided to rescue General Motors is because his team believed GM's vehicles are much better than their reputation. Eventually, according to their reasoning, buyers must wake up and GM will be rewarded with stronger sales and better pricing, leading to improved financial performance.

Toyota announces 6 new hybrids, electric cars

Posted:Tue, 14 Sep 2010 15:49:42 EDT

Toyota Motor Co. will put out six all-new hybrid vehicles worldwide by 2012, a Toyota spokesman confirmed. GM CEO pay: $9 million Posted:Sat, 11 Sep 2010 16:50:14 EDT Daniel Akerson, the new chief executive of General Motors, has scored a $9 million compensation package, including $1.7 million in cash annually and $5.3 million in company stock over the next three years.

North America E-Fuel Introduces "Microfusion Reactor" to Process All Organic Biomass into Ethanol - VIDEO ENHANCED Posted:2010-09-15T12:57+00:00 October is Fall Car Care Month: Hot Summer Temps Can Cause Winter Battery Trouble Posted:2010-09-15T22:06+00:00 Making Strides to Keep Kids Safe in Car Crashes Posted:2010-09-15T21:57+00:00 South America Evidence Shows Toyota Willfully Destroyed And Hid Incriminating Safety Information Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:17:47 GMT Hyundai Prices 2011 Genesis Coupe R-Spec: Should The G37 Be Worried? Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:46:26 GMT What Is He Smoking? Scion Brand Manager Thinks New tC and iQ Will Save The Brand Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:39:12 GMT

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India Truck sales hit a hurdle on illegal mining curbs Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:34:47 GMT The clamp down on illegal mining in mineral-rich states of Karnataka, Goa and Orissa has resulted in collateral damage by way of lower sales of trucks. RBI's rate hike unlikely to dampen demand: Auto industry Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:12:08 GMT The Indian automobile industry said an imminent increase in interest rates by banks following RBI's decision is unlikely to dampen demand.

Tata Motors ties up with banks Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:12:40 GMT Tata Motors has tied up with 14 banks to offer loans for customers in Kerala for purchasing the Tata Nano.

US Your car is at 100,000 miles. Now what? Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:37:20 GMT Thanks to improvements in car design and maintenance, the milestone of 100,000 miles now means something very different. GM: Bailout repayment could take years Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:57:25 GMT General Motors' new CEO says it's likely to take a couple of years for U.S. taxpayers to get their bailout money back.

New CEO aims to boost VW's fortunes in U.S. Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:33:01 GMT Jonathan Browning, VW's new head of U.S. operations,  has a tough challenge ahead of him, despite the $4 billion his company is investing in the venture.

Europe Gran Turismo 5 reveals virtual X1 prototype racecar to warp minds and stretch imagination [w/Video] Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:24:00 EST Filed under: Etc., Videos, Toys/Games, Specialty Gran Turismo 5 X1 Prototype - Click above to watch video after the jump At some point in the future, Gran Turismo 5 will be available for purchase. And yes, it's taken too damn long. But making the wait that much more painful is news fresh out of Tokyo that a special vehicle will be available for thumb-thrashing fun. It's not some uber-exotic that you pine for while staring longingly at photos on the web, nor is it some championship racecar from today or a bygone era. It's nothing you've seen or heard about before - its called the X1 Prototype. Digital Polyphony has teamed up with Adrian Newey from Red Bull Racing to ask: What would happen if a top-tier racecar was freed from any and all technical regulations? What speeds could it achieve, what would it look like and what automotive records could it devour? The answer to those questions, and possibly many others, could be found with the X1 (virtual) prototype vehicle. The team who produces Gran Turismo is known for their attention to detail and the realistic tracks, while cars and driving dynamics are a major part of the popularity behind this series. So it's safe to assume that the drivable concept sticks to the laws of physics while pushing technology to the limit. Think of it as a return to the turbocharged 80s-era F1 cars, with some Group B rally monsters thrown in along with a heaping helping of cutting edge technology. Our interest in the return of GT5 has been waning after the dozens of delays, but the X1 has our interest seriously piqued, and the crew from Joystiq has snagged video of it in action. We also have a trailer video which shows off lots of the cool (real) cars, the amazing tracks and the dynamic weather we can look forward to. Take a look at both clips after the jump. [Source: Joystiq] Continue reading Gran Turismo 5 reveals virtual X1 prototype racecar to warp minds and stretch imagination [w/Video] Gran Turismo 5 reveals virtual X1 prototype racecar to warp minds and stretch imagination [w/Video] originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 7.16.10 Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST Review: 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder Porsche has built the penultimate Boxster, but what's the price of perfection? Convenience, amenities and an over-inflated sticker. Road Race Motorsports creates Platinum Edition Suzuki Kizashi We've said several times that the Kizashi could use more power, and the crew from Road Race Motorsports has heard our pleas and boosted Suzuki's mid-sizer to 300 hp. Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood, has something he'd like to say... Secretary LaHood kicks off next week's Distracted Driving Summit with an appeal to enthusiasts. Also of interest: Top Gear spotted in North Carolina GM's Akerson says taxpayer payback will take years Automotive X Prize: And the winners are... Porsche returning to the Detroit Auto Show Despite what you may have heard, Rolls-Royce Hyperion one-off not for sale

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FBI reports car thefts at all-time low, but so are recoveries Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 18:57:00 EST Filed under: Government/Legal, Safety The Federal Bureau of Investigation reports that car thefts in 2009 were at their lowest level in 20 years. Last year, a total of 794,616 vehicles were stolen from their owners - a 17 percent drop compared to 2008. Without a doubt, those numbers are good news for car owners across the country, but the FBI report isn't all roses and sunshine. The government agency also says that while theft numbers are down, so is the number of vehicles recovered after they're stolen. Last year, authorities were able to return just 42 percent of all stolen vehicles. That number marks a 25 percent decline compared to 2008. The reason? Law enforcement says that thieves are getting smarter all the time, and that most acts of vehicle theft are perpetrated by professionals who are skilled at their trade. Experts recommend following the usual tricks to make sure you're not a victim, including locking your vehicle, keeping valuables out of sight and parking it well-lit areas to make sure your vehicle doesn't wind up on the short list of those stolen in 2010. [Source: Consumer Reports | Image: Peter Dazeley/Getty] FBI reports car thefts at all-time low, but so are recoveries originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Sep 2010 18:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Australia Hyundai-Kia Planning New Electric CUV, 500 i10 BlueOn EVs Posted:Fri, 17 Sep 2010 09:28:00 EST It seems Hyundai's recently-revealed i10 BlueOn electric vehicle is only the tip of the iceberg for the Korean giant-killer. While the company is preparing to put its BlueOn electric vehicle into limited production, it is also working on a range of crossover-based EVs. Speaking at a press event in Korea this week, Hyundai's EV development boss Hong John-Lee offered details of the company's plans in the electric arena. "We plan to produce 2,000 electric vehicles b... Read more

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-Cell Revealed, Only For Europe Posted:Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:48:00 EST The upcoming Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell may be out of reach for most, but the German carmaker has today revealed a slightly more affordable vessel for its electric vehicle technology: the 2011 A-Class E-Cell. The debut of the A-Class E-Cell follows the appearance last year of the BlueZero E-Cell Plus petrol-electric hybrid in September last year, it's hybrid powertrain producing 100kW and 320Nm of torque. Based on the regular A-Class MPV and limited to just 500 units, the A-Class E... Read more

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2011 Audi RS3 To Debut At Paris: Report Posted:Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:41:29 EST Audi's range-topping Audi RS3 was expected to make its debut at Frankfurt last year, but the hot hatch was a no-show. Reports out of Europe this week however suggest that a debut has now been scheduled for this month's Paris Auto Show. According to GermanCarBlog, a UK buyer ready to lay down a cash commitment was told by an Audi dealer that not only would the RS3 appear at Paris later this month, but that production would be limited to just 2700 units. Adding credence to the... Read more

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Japan 2012 Ford Focus Debuts New Airbag Tech Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 20:02:04 +0000 If you’ve fallen for the urban legend that claims small cars are more dangerous in crashes, Ford may soon prove you wrong. Starting with the all-new 2012 Ford Focus, the automaker is introducing exclusive airbag technology that will soften the blow of the airbag. Ford says in a press release that “The new airbag uses [...] Infiniti Ups Pricing for M37 And M56 Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 20:02:03 +0000 Although luxury manufacturers – like BMW and Mercedes-Benz – have dropped prices for their all-new luxury large cars, Infiniti is going against the grain. Effective immediately, the 2011 Infiniti M models receive a price bump that “is $250 for M37 models and $350 for M56 models,” Autoweek reports. A couple hundred bucks isn’t all that [...]

GM Helping Facebook Invade Your Car Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:02:04 +0000 It happens to all of us: you’re stuck in traffic when you have a brilliant observation on the human condition that simply MUST be shared. But oh no! To post it on Facebook and bask in the adoration of your 987 “friends”, you’d have to pull out your phone and start typing – a big [...]

UK Akerson's first presser: smooth as an automatic Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:19:58 EDT Dan Akerson, General Motors's fourth chief executive in 18 months, is quickly grasping that his role as spokesperson of an enterprise majority-owned by the U.S. is sensitive, closely watched and susceptible to verbal stumbles. In his first press conference since taking office two weeks ago, he tip-toed around questions about GM's relations with the United Auto Workers union, pending income tax revisions in Washington, and whether he likes future GM vehicles he's inspected. 3 cars win 100 mpg race Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 10:45:42 EDT The Progressive X-prize highlights fuel efficient technology.

GM's IPO to-do list: 1) Sell more cars Posted:Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:11:16 EDT No less than former auto czar Steve Rattner said a key reason the U.S. decided to rescue General Motors is because his team believed GM's vehicles are much better than their reputation. Eventually, according to their reasoning, buyers must wake up and GM will be rewarded with stronger sales and better pricing, leading to improved financial performance.

North America 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review Posted:2010-09-16T20:49+00:00 Our "good friend" Hugo Wants to Sell Us More Gasoline Posted:2010-09-16T20:07+00:00 2011 Kia Sportage Review - "Best in Class" - VIDEO ENHANCED Posted:2010-09-16T18:29+00:00 South America Next gen Viper to have 700hp and still be emissions legal? Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 22:20:46 GMT Toyota in talks with Daimler to supply parts and technology for hybrid cars Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:18:51 GMT Official: Porsche returning to the Detroit Auto Show Posted:Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:15:57 GMT