2011’s Most Fuel-Efficient Cars: Hybrids Dominate, Diesels Challenge
Toyota and Honda hybrids led the 2011 US fuel economy rankings, but high-mileage diesels and compacts also made the top ten as buyers weighed savings against costs.
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2015 Audi TT Spy Shots Reveal Evolutionary Design
Fresh spy photographs of the next-generation Audi TT show a familiar silhouette and updated details, as Audi prepares to launch the Mk3 coupe later in 2014.
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Western European car sales rise 4% in June, led by southern markets
New car registrations in Western Europe reached 1.15 million in June 2014, with strong gains in Spain and the UK offsetting a dip in Germany.
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Nissan to Restart Production at Five Japanese Plants After Earthquake
Nissan will resume operations at five domestic plants from 21 March, though output may remain limited and engine production at Iwaki faces further delays.
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Investindustrial Seeks Buyer for Ducati, Targeting €1 Billion
Ducati’s private equity owner Investindustrial has put the Italian motorcycle maker up for sale, aiming for around €1 billion and seeking a single industrial partner rather than a public listing.
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BMW confirms plan for Brazilian assembly plant amid new import rules
BMW will submit an investment plan to the Brazilian government after months of uncertainty caused by higher import taxes and stricter local production requirements.
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2013 Range Rover Vogue revealed ahead of launch in leaked images
Images published by Top Gear Italy show the new Range Rover Vogue with Evoque-inspired styling, aluminium underpinnings, and a confirmed autumn 2012 debut.
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Carlos Sainz Jr. linked to surprise McLaren Formula 1 seat bid
Carlos Sainz Jr., fresh from his World Series title, is now rumoured to be under consideration for a McLaren Formula 1 seat for 2015, according to several media reports.
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Volkswagen Market Share Slips in Europe After Dieselgate
Volkswagen’s share of new car registrations in the European Union fell from 26.1% to 25.2% in October 2015, following the Dieselgate emissions scandal.
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BMW unveils facelifted X6 for 2013 with revised engines
The 2013 BMW X6 receives updated styling and a refreshed engine line-up, with both petrol and diesel options offering up to 555hp in the X6 M.
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Global Car Sales Forecast to Hit Record 71 Million in 2013
Industry analysts expect worldwide car sales to reach 71 million units in 2013, with Toyota, GM and Volkswagen locked in a close race for the top spot.
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2011 Chevrolet Volt Earns Top NHTSA Safety Rating
Chevrolet's 2011 Volt plug-in hybrid has secured the highest safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, matching the performance of leading rivals in crash tests.
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US April Auto Sales Rebound as Spring Demand Lifts Market
US new car sales in April 2014 approached a 16 million annualised rate, driven by warmer weather, rising consumer confidence and increased incentives.
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HG-Motorsport Upgrades Volkswagen Polo GTI with Power and Chassis Mods
German tuner HG-Motorsport has released a performance and styling package for the Volkswagen Polo GTI, targeting owners seeking more power and sharper dynamics from the compact hot hatch.
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Formula One’s Handkammer Technology Inspires Tesla Battery Leap
Graphene-based supercapacitors, developed with input from F1’s energy storage expertise, promise faster charging and lighter batteries for future Tesla electric cars.
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Chevrolet Malibu and Miray Concept Share the Stage in Frankfurt
Chevrolet presented both the new Malibu saloon and the Miray hybrid concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, highlighting its global ambitions and future design direction.
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Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Production to Begin This Autumn
Dodge is set to start building the supercharged Challenger SRT Hellcat this autumn, with speculation over initial production numbers causing debate among enthusiasts and dealers.
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Fiat Strada Pick-Up Arrives on Italian Market with Diesel Power
Fiat has launched the Strada pick-up in Italy, offering three trims, a single 1.3 Multijet diesel engine, and payloads up to 705 kg.
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Self-driving cars struggle with reliability and public trust
Reports indicate that self-driving cars remain far from flawless, with persistent technical and social obstacles keeping human drivers in the frame for now.
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Mahindra Weighs Bid for Hawker Beechcraft Amid Bankruptcy Talks
Indian conglomerate Mahindra & Mahindra is considering an offer for US aircraft manufacturer Hawker Beechcraft, which is seeking buyers as part of its bankruptcy reorganisation in July 2012.
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Renault Confirms Talks with Mitsubishi, No Alliance Reached
Renault has admitted holding discussions with Mitsubishi in early 2013, but both manufacturers have denied any formal alliance or partnership agreement was made.
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Nissan Leaf Becomes First Electric Car to Earn Five-Star Euro NCAP Rating
The Nissan Leaf secured an 89 per cent overall score in Euro NCAP crash tests, making it the first fully electric vehicle to achieve the programme’s top safety rating.
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Jaguar Unveils C-X16 Concept and Facelifted XF, XK and XKR-S at 2011 Frankfurt Show
Jaguar showed the C-X16 hybrid sports car concept alongside updated XF and XK ranges and the production XKR-S at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.
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EU Law Change Opens Door for Autonomous Cars on European Roads
A new amendment to the Vienna Convention clears legal barriers for self-driving vehicles, allowing European countries to permit autonomous driving technology from May 2014.