Daimler and BYD announce Denza brand for new battery-electric vehicle

The new Denza brand for the electric vehicle developed by BYD Daimler New Technology Co. Ltd. (BDNT), the 50:50 joint-venture between Daimler and Chinese electric battery and car manufacturer BYD, was formally revealed in Shenzhen at the 'EV – The Future' event.

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Beat the hosepipe ban with self-cleaning Subaru

Subaru is about to take the automotive world by storm with the launch of the world’s first self-cleaning car, with patented AF Technology – just in time to beat next week’s widespread enforcement of hosepipe bans.

Subaru’s engineers have developed the

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Motodays and Honda together for Italian SBK rounds

Honda’s CBR1000RR will be the star of a new partnership between the Motodays Fair in Rome and the Honda World Superbike Team after an agreement was signed between the two parties.

Motodays will partner the team and its two riders, Jonathan Rea and Hiroshi

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Ducati UK Roadshow dates announced for 2012

The Ducati Roadshow will again be travelling the length and breadth of the country to bring the Ducati UK demonstrator fleet to a venue near you in 2012.

The Ducati event truck and demonstrator fleet have proved popular attractions over the last few years with more

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Hyundai America set to break all-time sales record in march

On the strength of a rapidly recovering new vehicle industry, Hyundai is poised to shatter its all-time record for monthly sales volume led by its stable of 40-mpg highway vehicles like Accent, Veloster M/T, Elantra and hybrid Sonata. Hyundai, the most fuel-

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Andrea Baker joins Bentley as Head of Media Relations

Bentley Motors has announced the appointment of Andrea Baker as Head of Media Relations. She will report directly to Michael Baumann, Bentley’s Director of Communications.

Andrea has nearly 15 years of experience in the UK automotive industry. She joins

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Buy a Ducati Multistrada and win a trip to Pikes Peak International Hillclimb 2012

Ducati UK are offering those who purchase and register a Multistrada between now and May 15, 2012 a chance to win trip for two to this year’s famous Pikes Peak International Hillclimb.

The Hillclimb is America’s second oldest motorsport race and is now in its 90th year

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Nissan releases fifth image of the all-new 2013 Altima sedan

Nissan has released a fifth and final video clip and image offering a look into the future of the all-new 2013 Altima sedan in advance of its world premiere at the New York Auto Show next week. Altima’s focus is on the driver and its new Advanced Drive-Assist Display

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Vodafone McLaren Mercedes confirms Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton in action at Goodwood

Vodafone McLaren Mercedes two British Formula One World Champions – Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton – are both now confirmed to be appearing in action at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

As Festival of Speed regulars, Jenson and Lewis

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Lexus crafting a new approach to customer relationships

When Lexus was established 23 years ago, it was dedicated to providing the best customer service experience in the industry. Lexus’ commitment to that goal is reflected in its top position in the J.D. Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction Index for

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Jost Capito to Head Volkswagen Motorsport

Jost Capito (53) is to Head Volkswagen Motorsport effective May 1, 2012. He takes over from Kris Nissen (51), who will support his successor during the transition phase and subsequently assist the Group in an advisory capacity.

Jost Capito moves to the

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