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A new vehicle warranty law in China, effective from 1 October 2013, increases consumer protection and is expected to raise costs for smaller domestic manufacturers.
Hundreds of NHTSA staff risk furlough as the agency warns it will halt defect probes, recall notifications and safety research if Congress fails to approve funding.
Renault's Oran facility will assemble the Symbol saloon from late 2014, marking the company's first manufacturing venture in Algeria and creating hundreds of jobs.
Gian Carlo Minardi has publicly raised concerns over Sebastian Vettel’s dominant pace at the 2013 Singapore Grand Prix, suggesting possible irregularities in Red Bull’s traction control systems.
Ford COO Mark Fields has reiterated that CEO Alan Mulally remains committed to the automaker, rejecting speculation linking Mulally to the soon-to-be-vacant Microsoft leadership role.
Ford says US auto sales cooled in September after August reached a six-year high, with industry forecasts pointing to a lower annualised rate for the month.
Qoros becomes the first Chinese brand to achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating, with the Qoros 3 Saloon posting the highest overall score of any car tested in 2013.
Nissan secures a year-long exclusivity agreement with Apple to feature iTunes Radio in select models, including the Leaf and Versa Note, starting with the iOS 7 rollout.
Ferrari F1 driver Fernando Alonso’s negotiations to acquire the Euskaltel-Euskadi cycling team collapsed in late September 2013, ending hopes of his immediate entry into professional cycling.
Gerard Lopez has publicly rebuked Kimi Raikkonen after the Finn claimed unpaid wages were behind his decision to leave Lotus for Ferrari in 2014.
Acura has confirmed pricing and specifications for its 2014 TSX Sedan and Sport Wagon, with the range starting at $30,635 and a new Technology Package available.
ATC Design has released digital renderings of the anticipated 2015 Honda Civic Type R, offering a glimpse at the hot hatch’s potential styling and performance ambitions.
The Ford Evos Concept, previewing the brand’s future design and technology, will make its first South African appearance at the 2013 Johannesburg International Motor Show.
The updated Dacia Duster, revealed at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, features revised styling, new equipment and a 1.2 TCe petrol engine option.
A digital rendering from X-Tomi Design gives the 2014 Nissan X-Trail a Nismo-inspired makeover, though Nissan has made no move to produce such a performance SUV.
Hennessey Performance has launched the HPE700 package for the McLaren MP4-12C, lifting output to 704hp and promising a 0–60mph time of just 2.8 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz unveiled its S-Class Coupe Concept at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, previewing a future flagship two-door with a production-ready interior and a 4.6-litre biturbo V8.
Ferrari will increase its technology investment to €2 billion through 2017, focusing on high-performance, fuel-efficient engines to meet emissions targets and support new models.
Mercedes-Benz unveiled its own round-the-clock digital radio station at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, offering editorial content and music accessible in-car and online.
Guangzhou Automobile’s Trumpchi E-jet concept will appear in the fourth Transformers film, marking a high-profile international showcase for a Chinese plug-in hybrid.
The new S63 AMG, unveiled in production form just weeks earlier, made its public premiere at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show with a 585hp V8 biturbo engine.
Aston Martin brought its new Q personalisation service to the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, alongside the CC100 Speedster concept and the DB9 Centenary Edition.
The refreshed Opel Insignia, featuring updated styling, new petrol and diesel engines, and improved interior technology, was unveiled to the public at the 2013 IAA in Frankfurt.
Lexus has unveiled the LF-NX Concept in Frankfurt, previewing a bold new design direction and hybrid powertrain for its potential mid-size crossover.