TVR Ceases Sports Car Production After Decades of British Craft
The Blackpool-based marque has halted sports car manufacturing, ending a legacy that once included the Cerbera, Tuscan and Sagaris.
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Ford unveils 2013 Fusion NASCAR racer at Charlotte
Ford presented the 2013 Fusion NASCAR prototype at Charlotte Motor Speedway, confirming the new-generation saloon will compete in the top series from the 2013 season.
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GM’s “Progress” Under Akerson Questioned as Chevy Volt Faces Another Production Halt
Chevrolet Volt production has been suspended for a second time since launch, raising doubts about CEO Dan Akerson’s claims of progress at General Motors.
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Toyota launches third-generation Yaris in UK for summer sale
The new Toyota Yaris arrives with updated styling, improved cabin quality and three engine options, including a diesel, ahead of a hybrid version due next year.
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2016 Mercedes E-Class W213: Base Model Dash Revealed
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the interior of the 2016 E-Class W213, highlighting a new dashboard layout for the base model and a range of display options.
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Porsche 944 Turbo Meets Macan GTS in Unlikely Video Showdown
A new video from the Porsche Club of America puts the classic 944 Turbo against the modern Macan GTS, highlighting how Porsche’s approach to performance has evolved across decades and segments.
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Chevrolet Volt Recall Record: No Major Safety Campaigns, But Battery Fire Probe Prompted Action
The first-generation Chevrolet Volt avoided large-scale recalls, though a high-profile battery fire investigation in 2011 led GM to offer loan cars and a battery reinforcement fix.
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Romanian Police Add Lotus Evora S to Patrol Fleet
Romania’s national police force is set to receive a Lotus Evora S, marking a rare move for the country’s law enforcement and putting the British sports car into official service.
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GM Predicts 7–10% Growth for China Auto Market in 2012
General Motors expects China's car market to expand by up to 10 percent in 2012, signalling continued strength despite global economic uncertainty.
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Electric Nissan Qashqai under consideration for 2015 range
Nissan is weighing the launch of a fully electric Qashqai, with internal discussions suggesting an EV variant could join the crossover’s second generation.
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Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport L’Or Blanc: Porcelain Meets Hypercar
Bugatti collaborated with Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin to create the one-off Veyron Grand Sport L’Or Blanc, priced at $2.4 million in 2011.
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Mercedes-Benz confirms plans for Bentayga-rivalling SUV
Mercedes-Benz is developing an ultra-luxury SUV to compete directly with the Bentley Bentayga, responding to strong demand for high-end models in the segment.
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Greek new car sales plunge to lowest level since 1985
October saw new car registrations in Greece fall to their lowest in more than 25 years, highlighting the severity of the country’s economic crisis.
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Honda launches world-first rare earth recycling process
Honda has started recycling rare earth metals from used hybrid batteries, aiming to reduce reliance on new mining and secure future supply for its electric and hybrid vehicles.
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Williams Dismisses Ferrari Move Rumours for Bottas
Williams has downplayed speculation linking Valtteri Bottas with a switch to Ferrari as a replacement for Kimi Raikkonen in 2016.
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Hyundai previews i-oniq concept ahead of 2012 Geneva show
Hyundai has released the first image of its i-oniq concept, developed by its European design centre and set for a full debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012.
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Next-gen Volkswagen Golf GTI set for 2019 launch with 300hp
Volkswagen will introduce the next-generation Golf GTI in early 2019, featuring a 2.0-litre turbo engine with 300hp and a new MQB Evo platform.
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Seduction Motorsports Nears Completion of VooDoo Blue 550 Spyder Replica
A Seduction Motorsports-built 550 Spyder in VooDoo Blue, inspired by the unique Porsche 918, is set for imminent completion and sale with a high-spec 2276cc engine.
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Land Rover Defender thefts surge 75% after end of production
The classic Defender has become a prime target for organised car thieves in the UK, with more than 500 stolen in a year following the model’s production halt.
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Zero Pollution’s Compressed Air Car Faces Hurdles in US Market
Compressed air cars promised low emissions and cheap running costs, but technical and commercial obstacles have kept Zero Pollution Motors’ US plans on hold.
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Gaddafi's Armoured Mercedes ML Escape Linked to Sarkozy Deal
Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi reportedly used an armoured Mercedes-Benz ML, supplied under a 2008 French deal involving Nicolas Sarkozy, to evade capture in 2011.
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Cadillac Considers Expanding Escalade Name to Other Models
Cadillac is evaluating the use of its Escalade nameplate on additional vehicles, aiming to leverage its strongest brand for future model development.
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Lexus LFA successor planned as hybrid supercar with BMW
Lexus is reported to be developing a mid-engined hybrid LFA successor with BMW, targeting around 800hp and all-wheel drive.
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Continental Hires Google Robotics Executive to Lead Autonomous Car Push
Continental has recruited a senior Google robotics executive to accelerate its autonomous vehicle programme, signalling intensified competition for talent in the self-driving technology sector.