2015 Ford Expedition earns five-star safety rating from NHTSA

The 2015 Ford Expedition earned a five-star overall vehicle score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

"The 2015 Expedition now has driver-assist technology features that are new to the nameplate," said Steve Kenner, Director, Ford Global

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A new Ford Collection: Ford challenges designers to transform recycled materials into fashion statements

Ford Motor Company and Redress announced Veronica Lee from Malaysia and Amandah Andersson from Sweden the winners of The Redress Forum: Ford Design Challenge. Held on January 19, the event challenged emerging designers to create fashion pieces

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Nissan confirms driver line-up for 2015 Bathurst 12 Hour

Nissan has confirmed that Alex Buncombe, Katsumasa Chiyo and Wolfgang Reip will return to Mount Panorama for the 2015 Bathurst 12 Hour race, driving for its Nismo Athlete Global Team.

The trio will line-up in the #35 Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 as the team seeks

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Toyota introduces Business Edition to the RAV4 range for 2015

Toyota has added a new RAV4 to its famous SUV range, the Business Edition.While the name makes the model's target market clear, the wealth of equipment features and RAV4's proven quality and reliability make the newcomer an appealing prospect for a much

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Mercedes-Benz' Kecskemet plant adds third model to production portfolio

Less than three years after its opening, Mercedes-Benz' youngest plant in Kecskemet, Hungary has passed another important milestone with the official start of production of the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake, the second model series to be exclusively produced

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Caterham Cars launches first official pre-owned car scheme

Caterham Cars has launched a new scheme designed to offer buyers the finest pre-owned Caterham Sevens in the country.

Caterham Selected is the manufacturer's first ever approved pre-owned car service, introducing an accessible and exciting ownership proposition for Caterham

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Detroiters raise US$ 5.3-million for children's charities

Detroiters made history by surpassing the US$ 100-million mark in total funds raised for children's charities since the North American International Auto Show's Charity Preview was established in 1976.

Industry and community joined together for the largest single-night

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Toyota Financial Services announces donation to HBCUs

In honor of the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Toyota Financial Services (TFS) announced that it has made a donation totaling US$ 50,000 to five Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs).

The five recipients of a US$ 10,000 TFS donation, Bowie State

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Datsun launches compact MPV Go+ starting from Rs. 3.79 lakh

Datsun India is opening up a whole new world of 'more' for Indian car buyers with the launch of Datsun Go+. Datsun's second offering for India, new Datsun Go+ is a sub-4 meter compact family wagon with a spacious interior and flexible three-row seating.

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TomTom launches the all-new TomTom Rider

TomTom launches the all-new TomTom Rider, designed to make every motorcycle ride more exciting. For the first time, bikers can choose the level of twists and turns they want to ride, to create their own adrenaline-filled adventure.

The new TomTom Rider helps

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Barbour and Land Rover announce collaboration for Spring Summer '15 Collection

Two quintessentially British icons - Barbour and Land Rover - have announced their second clothing collaboration for Spring Summer '15.

The collection draws on the key strengths of both brands to deliver clothing built on the shared foundations of capability,

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Ford GT wins EyesOn Design award at 2015 North American International Auto Show

The all-new Ford GT - a technology showcase for top EcoBoost performance, aerodynamics and lightweight carbon fiber construction - earned the prestigious EyesOn Design Award for best production vehicle. The ultra-high-performance supercar was unveiled

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Aston Martin opens its first showroom in Seoul

Aston Martin is further expanding its operations across Asia with news that the luxury British sports car brand is to open a first showroom in the South Korean capital, Seoul.

Operated by Kiheung International Limited Company the new dealership will comprise a state-of-the-art

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Range Rover Evoque NW8 special edition makes global debut at the MIAS

Land Rover revealed the final piece of its 'Inspired by Britain' jigsaw at the Montreal International Auto Show, Canada. The Evoque NW8 is the third in a series of special edition models inspired by iconic British landmarks.

The Range Rover Evoque NW8 takes its inspiration from

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Hyundai joins fight against Ebola in West Africa

Hyundai Motor Group announced that it will donate 21 Starex-based ambulances to the United Nations (UN) in support of the Global Ebola Response activities in West Africa, particularly in Liberia.

The vehicles, equipped with respirators, oxygen tanks and other medical

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A new pinnacle SUV - Bentley Bentayga

Bentley's all-new and ground-breaking luxury SUV is set to be revealed to the world later this year and a name has been chosen: -Bentley Bentayga.

This sector-defining SUV will be able to introduce Bentley's renowned modern British luxury to limitless

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Next-generation Honda FCV Concept makes North American debut

The next-generation Honda FCV Concept makes its North American debut at the 2015 Detroit Motor Show.

The new model will feature a spacious cabin with seating for five passengers, a driving range estimated to be in excess of 300 miles, and an anticipated

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Ford of Britain appoints new Fleet Director

Nick Themistocleous has been appointed Director, Fleet Operations Ford of Britain, succeeding Phil Hollins, who has held the role since 2012. Phil has been appointed Commercial Vehicles Director, Ford of Europe. Both appointments are effective February 1,

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Aston Martin China announces Michael Mingshan Peng as new President

Aston Martin Lagonda China announced Michael Mingshan Peng as its new President, further reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to the China market.

Peng will join Aston Martin Lagonda China from Porsche China where he served as Director

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Infiniti reveals Q60 Concept at 2015 NAIAS in Detroit

Infiniti revealed its Q60 Concept, the precursor to a premium sports coupe that will go into production in 2016. The exhilarating concept was unveiled at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Showing a sweeping, angular exterior that underlines its

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Carl Bayliss is the new Country Manager for Infiniti GB

Infiniti has appointed Carl Bayliss as the new Country Manager for Infiniti UK, effective immediately. In this role he will be based at the regional office in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire and be responsible for all business activities including Sales, Marketing and Network Development.

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Mazda starts production at new transmission plant in Thailand

Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that mass production of transmissions has begun at its newly established transmission plant, Mazda Powertrain Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (MPMT), located in the Chonburi prefecture of Thailand.

The Skyactiv-Drive automatic

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Nissan announces Tony Lewis as new UK Sales Director

Nissan Motor GB Limited has announced Tony Lewis as its new UK Sales Director, effective February 4, 2015.

Lewis, who is currently Brand Director of Jardine Motors Group, brings a wealth of industry experience and knowledge to the role.

"I am delighted that Tony

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Aston Martin opens new engineering facility at MIRA Technology Park

Aston Martin is significantly expanding its vehicle engineering facilities with the opening of a cutting edge prototype and vehicle development base at the new MIRA Technology Park in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.

Aston Martin's new facility on the 1.75-million sq ft

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Jaguar Land Rover announces 1,300 new UK jobs

Jaguar Land Rover has announced plans to create 1,300 new jobs as it continues to accelerate its industry-leading expertise in aluminium and lightweight technologies. The news comes following confirmation that the UK's largest manufacturing investor will add a further new

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Honda UK appoints David Rogers as PR and Communications Manager (Motorcycles)

Honda UK has appointed David Rogers as Motorcycle PR Manager, as it prepares for a packed year of product launches and a full-time return to BSB racing.

David joins from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) where he headed the marketing

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Jaguar announces F-Pace - the production version of the breakthrough C-X17 concept car

Jaguar has confirmed it will introduce an all-new model to the Jaguar line-up, to go on-sale in 2016, named the Jaguar F-Pace.

We received such an overwhelmingly positive response to the C-X17 concept car last year that we just had to make it a reality," said Ian Callum,

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McLaren GT launches Young Driver Programme

McLaren GT has confirmed the launch of the McLaren GT Young Driver Programme. Ahead of the 2015 GT season, which will see McLaren GT customer teams racing the new 650S GT3 in a number of championships across the world. Drivers Ross Wylie

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Nissan and NASA partner to jointly develop and deploy autonomous drive vehicles

Nissan Motor Co., through its North American-based organization, and NASA announced the formation of a five-year research and development partnership to advance autonomous vehicle systems and prepare for commercial application of the technology.

Researchers

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Honda to introduce world's first predictive safety cruise control system

Honda is to introduce the world's first predictive cruise control system known as Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (i-ACC), capable of foreseeing and automatically reacting to other vehicles 'cutting-in' to the equipped vehicle's lane.

Based on extensive real-world

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Hyundai Motorsport confirms driver line-up for Rally Sweden

After entering two Hyundai i20 WRC cars for Rallye Monte-Carlo later this month, Hyundai Motorsport will switch to a three-car entry for Rally Sweden in February in order to raise its game in the competitive FIA World Rally Championship (WRC).

Belgian crew Thierry Neuville/Nicolas

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GMC introduces 2015 Canyon Nightfall Edition

GMC introduced the 2015 Canyon Nightfall Edition - a stylized, blacked-out edition of the brand's all-new premium midsize truck that blends a dramatic appearance with popular features and accessories.

The Canyon Nightfall Edition is offered on SLE crew

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Subaru announces XV Crosstrek Special Edition

Subaru of America, Inc. announced the introduction of the 2015 XV Crosstrek Special Edition. The Special Edition will be limited production of 1,000 models arriving into retailers in Spring 2015. Based on the well-equipped 2.0i Premium trim, the Special Edition

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Ford names Mark LaNeve to lead US Marketing, Sales and Service Team

Ford Motor Company announced the changes in its senior leadership team.

John Felice, VP - US Marketing, Sales and Service, has elected to retire after 30 years at Ford, effective February 1, 2015. Succeeding Felice is Mark LaNeve, currently Chief Operating Officer at

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Scania's President and CEO to lead ACEA Commercial Vehicle Board for 2015

The Commercial Vehicle Board of Directors of the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) has elected Martin Lundstedt as its new Chairman for 2015.

The Commercial Vehicle Board elects a new Chairman for a yearly term, once renewable.

Martin

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Volvo Cars of North America appoints Russell Datz National Media Relations Manager

Volvo Cars of North America (VCNA) announced that Russell Datz has been named National Media Relations Manager.

Russell has a strong record in automotive PR on both the manufacturer and agency side and he will be a great addition to the team at an exciting time for

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MNAO to donate more than US$ 4.9-million to charity following Mazda Drive for Good event

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced that it is donating US$ 4,937,850 to select charities as a result of its Mazda Drive for Good event, a 79.4 per cent increase over 2014. In addition to the monetary donation, Mazda employees and dealers across the

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Dacia opens its first sales outlet in Israel

Dacia continues to develop in the Mediterranean Basin with the establishment of operations in Israel. The first Dacia sales outlet was opened in Tel Aviv in the presence of Francois Mariotte, Sales & Marketing Director of Dacia, and Itzik Weitz, CEO of Carasso Motors.

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World premiere of the Mercedes-Benz F 015 Luxury in Motion at the CES: Revolution of Mobility

With the self-driving luxury sedan F 015 Luxury in Motion, Mercedes-Benz shows how the automobile is changing from a means of transportation to a private retreating space. Offering maximum space in a lounge-like interior, the F 015 elevates comfort and

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Robert Melville named Chief Designer at McLaren Automotive

McLaren Automotive has announced the promotion of Robert Melville to the role of Chief Designer, reporting to the company's Design Director, Frank Stephenson. Melville, 37, brings more than a decade of design experience covering a wide range of projects for leading brands in the

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Suzuki expands dealer network with second Bristol showroom

Suzuki GB announced the opening of Blade Suzuki, its second showroom in Bristol. Located to the south of the city in Flax Burton.

"Bristol is the largest city in the south west of England and has always proved a strategically important sales location for the brand. The

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Patrik Nilsson appointed Regional Director Aston Martin Asia Pacific

Aston Martin is significantly strengthening its operations in the Asia Pacific region with the appointment of Patrik Nilsson as the territory's Regional Director.

Nilsson joins Aston Martin from McLaren Automotive, where he worked most recently as Operations

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Hyundai Motor India hikes prices across all models

Hyundai Motor India Ltd. (HMIL) announced the price increase across all its models with immediate effect.

"In these adverse market conditions, the price increase is necessitated on account of the higher excise duty and increased input cost. We have increased the prices

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Mazda Motors UK announces PR changes

Mazda UK has restructured the PR team. Alison Terry, who has been in PR for five years, has taken a 12 month developmental role in marketing and is now responsible for dealer communications. Alison joined the PR team in 2009 from the marketing department;

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Renault UK Clio Cup appoints Carl McKellar as Media Officer

Renault UK and the British Automobile Racing Club have appointed Carl McKellar as Media Officer for their 2015 Renault UK Clio Cup.

The Clio Cup, for racing versions of Renault's potent Clio Renaultsport 200 Turbo EDC, will race in front of the UK's biggest motor sport

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Honda Cars India marks 163 per cent sales growth in December 2014

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) has clocked 14,428 units of domestic sales in the month of December 2014 as against 5,493 units sold during December 2013, registering a sales growth of 163 per cent.

HCIL registered its highest ever domestic sales in a calendar

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Tata Motors sold 41,734 vehicles in December 2014, up 10 per cent

Tata Motors' total sales (including exports) of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles in December 2014 were 41,734 vehicles, a growth of 10 per cent over 37,836 vehicles, sold in December 2013. The company's domestic sales of Tata commercial and

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Mazda2 Black Edition and White Edition on sale priced at £12,145

Two new special edition 5-door Mazda2 models, the Black Edition and White Edition, go on sale on January 1, 2015 priced at £12,145 on-the-road.

"The Mazda2 Black Edition and White Edition represent a last chance for our customers to get their hands on a unique

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Ford issues two safety recalls in North America

Ford is issuing two safety recalls in North America. No accidents or injuries are attributed to either of these conditions.

Ford issues safety recall for certain 2014 Ford Escape and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles in North America for fuel pump issue: Ford is issuing a safety

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Hyundai Motor India sales up by 21 per cent in December '14

Hyundai Motor India Ltd. (HMIL) registered the domestic sales of 32,504 units and exports of 26,861 units with cumulative sales of 59,365 units for the month of December 2014.

"In the challenging market conditions of CY 2014 Hyundai did all time record high sales

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