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The New Delhi-area F1 track, set to host its first Grand Prix in October 2011, has been officially named Buddh International Circuit, invoking peace and calm.
Mopar has introduced the Ram Runner Stage II kit, designed to transform 2009–2011 Ram 1500 models into desert-ready pickups with Baja-inspired suspension and bodywork.
Toyota and Microsoft announced a collaboration focused on smart-grid energy management and cloud computing, aiming to improve efficiency in future electrified vehicles.
Volkswagen began full-scale vehicle production at its Kaluga facility in October 2009, marking a €570 million investment and a major step in localising its Russian operations.
Ford outsold GM in March 2011 as all three Detroit carmakers posted strong US sales increases, with Chrysler up 31 percent and GM up 24 percent for the quarter.
Tesla Motors has filed a lawsuit against the BBC, alleging that Top Gear misrepresented the Roadster's performance in a 2008 episode and harmed the company's reputation.
Audi has built its five millionth A4, a 2.0 TFSI quattro in Misano Red, marking a milestone for the model since its 1994 debut.
Japanese tuner Wald International has presented new Sports Line Black Bison Edition packages for the BMW F10 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz CLS, focusing on aggressive bodywork and alloy wheels.
The new 894-square-metre facility at Umm Al Nar can display five cars and includes a lounge, exclusive parking and a direct link to a dedicated workshop.
The milestone Freelander 2, a 2.2-litre TD4 GS in Fuji White, highlights strong demand for Land Rover’s compact SUV as Halewood production continues to serve global markets.
Mazda UK and Jota Sport have developed the MX-5 GT, a lightweight, 275bhp race car built for the Britcar Endurance Championship, not for the road.
Production halts continue at Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Mazda as supply chain disruptions and damage assessments deepen, with global manufacturers bracing for knock-on effects.
General Motors will idle its Shreveport, Louisiana plant for at least a week as parts shortages linked to Japan’s earthquake hit North American pickup output.
Kia’s 2011 Sportage compact SUV has been voted Best New Crossover Vehicle in the 2011 About.com Readers’ Choice Awards, following its US-market relaunch and the debut of a turbocharged SX model.
A Lamborghini Gallardo owner in Qingdao, China, hired workers to destroy his £465,000 supercar with sledgehammers after unresolved maintenance issues and a failed repair.
Tata Motors plans to launch a US-compliant version of its city car at $7,000 to $8,000, far above the Indian-market Nano, to meet American safety and emissions standards.
Japan’s earthquake has disrupted refining capacity and boosted demand for refined fuels, raising the prospect of higher petrol prices in the US.
Rumours in early 2011 suggested VW could quadruple Alfa Romeo’s sales and bring Porsche-developed flat-four engines to the Italian marque, but Fiat resisted all takeover efforts.
Inden Design has unveiled a conversion for the 2011 Mercedes S500, giving it S65 AMG looks, upgraded performance, and a host of interior and chassis enhancements.
The new Fast Five trailer previews high-speed chases in Rio de Janeiro and introduces Dwayne Johnson as a relentless lawman, expanding the Fast and Furious cast.
General Motors' Opel will add a new convertible to its European line-up in 2013, continuing a tradition of open-top models and supporting its €11 billion investment plan.
General Motors is working to reintroduce Opel in China, with a redesigned Antara SUV expected to lead a four-model launch plan over the next three years.
Saab has started series production of its new 9-4X SUV at the Ramos Arizpe plant, with the first unit destined for media duties before heading to the Saab museum.
Audi introduces the 2012 A8L Security, a long-wheelbase luxury saloon certified to VR7 ballistic standards, with armoured protection, bespoke safety features and a W12 engine option.